Logistics Matter
JUNE 3, 2025
Does Logistics Matter? Answering YES to the question in our latest podcast episode are Bart de Muynck, Industry Expert and Conference Chair at ChainGE and Jan de Kimpe, Supply Chain Professor at Leuven University and Consultant at Logisol Pro. In this episode, we explore what’s keeping supply chains up at night—and what comes next.
DC Velocity
JUNE 3, 2025
In today’s economy, businesses looking to expand and keep up with accelerated fulfillment demand face some pretty big challenges—including high real estate costs and scarce labor resources. In response, many companies are turning to space-saving solutions like mezzanines and pick towers, which allow them to expand vertically to maximize capacity in their existing facilities—thus avoiding the hefty construction costs of a new build or the rent increases associated with a move.
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The Lean Thinker
JUNE 2, 2025
Last fall I got to spend another week hanging out with the awesome team at Menlo Innovations in Ann Arbor. My last visit there was scheduled for early April 2020… but we probably all know what happened back then. I am saying all of that because I am going to use their project management system as a benchmark in this article, and I am most assuredly not an unbiased observer.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 30, 2025
In The 5 Failures of Final Mile, Joe Lynch and Jason Burns , Host of Last2First Podcast and Insurance Producer at CUI Agency, discuss the common mistakes that final mile companies make. About Jason Burns Jason Burns is a native of New Orleans and a passionate business leader in the final mile transportation industry. He is a 2006 graduate of Vanderbilt University where he was a SEC Academic Honor Roll student-athlete in football and selected as the recipient of the Head Coachs Dedication Award.
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DC Velocity
JUNE 2, 2025
A San Francisco startup offering inventory automation and visibility tools has raised $5.5 million in funding for its technology that analyzes photos and videos with artificial intelligence (AI) to solve inefficiencies in supply chain and warehouse management. LuminX says it uses Vision Language Models (VLMs) , a type of AI that enabling machine vision cameras to “see” and interpret dynamic warehouse environments in real-time—recognizing products, varied labels, assessing package conditions, and
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Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 2, 2025
In the past, tracking a shipping container across continents or monitoring the temperature of a pharmaceutical package in a rural warehouse came with trade-offs: cost, power drain, or unreliable coverage. Asset visibility was reserved for high-value goods, while the rest of the supply chain operated on estimates, paper trails, and phone calls. This is changing.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 30, 2025
Efficiency, accuracy, and brand consistency arent just goals theyre imperatives in the supply chain environment. As product customization and omnichannel delivery models become more complex, brands are looking for fulfillment strategies that simplify operations without sacrificing quality or experience.
Women in Trucking
JUNE 2, 2025
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Sue Bell as its June 2025 Member of the Month. Bell is a P&D Professional Driver at Saia LTL Freight.
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2025
Outsourcing your warehouse operations to a third-party logistics service provider (3PL) is no easy task; it takes work to get the relationship just right. A clear set of objectives, transparency in day-to-day business dealings, and frank discussions about the role of automation and emerging technologies are among the most important aspects of the relationship between 3PL and client—with clear communication and mutual understanding at the top of the list.
Advertiser: GEP
“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 4, 2025
Ultra-large container vessels are expanding trade in West Africa, driven by improved economies and infrastructure, benefiting both exporters and importers.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 3, 2025
Bob Gill, General Manager of ARC Advisory Group (right), presented the award to Dave Ching, Head of Sales for Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand (left). From May 19 to 21, 2025, CeMAT Southeast Asia and LogiSYM Asia Pacific were co-located for the second consecutive year at Singapore EXPO, creating a comprehensive platform for the regions logistics and supply chain community.
Truck News
JUNE 4, 2025
It’s just so ironic, I can’t resist commenting.
Freight Waves
JUNE 3, 2025
Long delays and staff shortages are still affecting operations at Mexico’s Port of Manzanillo, about a week after the port resumed operations following a strike by customs workers. Miguel Angel Martinez, president of Mexico’s National Chamber of Freight Transport (Canacar), said some transporters are close to bankruptcy due to an operational crisis at Manzanillo’s customs department.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
DC Velocity
MAY 30, 2025
The balance of power in the global logistics and industrial real estate sector is tilting towards landlords, marking a “significant shift” with wide-reaching implications for occupiers, investors, and developers, according to a report from Cushman & Wakefield. The change comes as global supply chains are reconfigured and cost pressures evolve, Chicago-based Cushman & Wakefield said in its “Waypoint 2025” report , which draws on insights from more than 120 markets worldwide.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 1, 2025
The EU plans a Black Sea Maritime Safety Hub to enhance maritime security amid conflicts, focusing on situational awareness and safety initiatives.
Food Logistics
JUNE 5, 2025
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 2, 2025
Just like a GPS is useless without reliable location data, AI and automation fail when execution data is inaccurate, delayed, or incomplete. In this session, Anand will break down why data quality is the hidden foundation of resilient, AI-ready supply chains.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 4, 2025
At this years keynote, Manhattan Associates outlined its current strategic direction, underscoring platform unification, AI integration, and leadership transition. The presentations provided a clear account of the companys continued investment in product development and operational capabilities, alongside practical use cases from customer deployments.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 1, 2025
Aether Fuels, a Chicago startup, innovates sustainable fuel production using waste and carbon capture, aiming to serve both aviation and maritime transport markets efficiently.
Loginext
JUNE 5, 2025
AI-powered supply chain management software is key to thriving in 2025enabling real-time visibility, disruption response, and smarter decision-making across logistics operations. The post Why Your Supply Chain Needs a Smarter AI-Enabled Software Solution in 2025 appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 31, 2025
In response to a chaotic, unpredictable range of on-again-off-again new tariffs, companies are realigning supply chains, investing in technology and developing risk mitigation strategies to navigate the uncertainty. By staying agile and informed, they can minimize financial exposure and maintain long-term supply chain resilience despite an unpredictable global trade picture.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Commercial Carrier Journal
MAY 31, 2025
Discover how R.E. Garrison Trucking reduced maintenance costs by 15% through a proactive, data-focused strategy that improved efficiency, enhanced vendor partnerships, and fostered a stronger company culture.
DC Velocity
JUNE 3, 2025
This year’s Council of Supply Chain Management Professional’s (CSCMP’s) Annual State of Logistics Report, titled “Navigating through the fog,” speaks to the uncertain and potentially treacherous conditions that the logistics industry is facing in 2025. Created annually for CSCMP by global consulting firm Kearney and presented by Penske Logistics , the State of Logistics Report offers a yearly snapshot of the health of the logistics sector.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 5, 2025
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into supply chains, companies are focusing on how it can support human workers. Most effective AI implementations today are designed to improve decision-making, reduce routine tasks, and increase operational efficiency through human-in-the-loop systems and decision support tools. This article outlines how organizations like Amazon, Walmart, and Toyota are using AI to assist their workforce, and it identifies key steps for ensuring successfu
Food Logistics
JUNE 1, 2025
This award recognizes leading third-party logistics and cold storage providers.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 31, 2025
In the face of rising costs, volatile demand, geopolitical instability, and operational inefficiencies, one thing is clear: traditional tools just wont cut it anymore. This eBook explores the biggest challenges supply chains will face in 2025 and how companies can proactively respond using smarter, AI-powered software solutions.
Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 3, 2025
Logistics Unplugged | A BlueGrace Podcast Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Podcast Search Search Ashley Benitez - June 3, 2025 Episode 16: Freight Market Update May 2025 Brian Blalock Host and BlueGrace Director of Client Development Bryce Williford Senior VP of 3PL Services Navigating the Shifting Landscape: What to Expect This Summer In this week’s episode of Logistics Unplugged, Brian and Bryce, BlueGrace’s Senior VP of 3P
DC Velocity
JUNE 5, 2025
Software provider Made4Net is adding computer vision to its warehouse management system (WMS) product through a partnership with Flymingo, creating a system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze video feeds from existing security cameras and identify potential hiccups in warehouse operations. The deal marks the latest initiative to analyze video of distribution centers with AI, following similar approaches from firms like Voxel —which uses AI video analysis to help organizations prev
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