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Drones, underwater warehouses and creating an intelligent supply chain fit for the future

Posted on 28 Aug 2017

Mike Danby, CEO of Advanced Supply Chain Group, discusses Amazon’s commitment to innovation and the importance of creating an intelligent supply chain that is fit for the future.

IBM wants to use the technology that underlies bitcoin to help prevent major foodborne outbreaks like salmonella

Posted on 25 Aug 2017

IBM is working with large food suppliers like Walmart, Dole, and Nestlé to incorporate blockchain technology, which underlies bitcoin, into the global food supply chain.

IoT is coming to a warehouse near you

Posted on 24 Aug 2017

It’s beyond debate that the smartphone is profoundly transforming many industries and creating new opportunities such as the Internet of Things (IoT). The impact of mobile technologies goes beyond consumer segments such as wearables, virtual reality or connected cameras.

Volkswagen FAW Engine (Dalian) Co., Ltd and Kuehne + Nagel China expand their logistics partnership

Posted on 23 Aug 2017

Volkswagen FAW Engine (Dalian) Co., Ltd (VWED), an automotive part manufacturer operating in a joint venture with Volkswagen (China), has signed a two-year agreement with Kuehne + Nagel to manage the inbound logistics operations in the Dalian and Changchun plants from 149 automotive engine part suppliers nationwide.

The Urgency to Transform Global Logistics

Posted on 22 Aug 2017

Why the Global Shipping Industry Will Continue to Lean on Silicon Valley

Global RFID Forecasts, Players and Opportunities 2005-2017 - Outlook to 2027

Posted on 21 Aug 2017

The "RFID Forecasts, Players and Opportunities 2017-2027" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. It has be found that in 2016, the total RFID market is worth $10.52 billion, up from $9.95 billion in 2015 and $9.52 billion in 2014. This includes tags, readers and software/services for RFID cards, labels, fobs and all other form factors, for both passive and active RFID. The author forecast that to rise to $13.96 billion in 2021.

B-BBEE must look beyond regulation to be effective in suppy chain procurement

Posted on 18 May 2017

Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) is one of the most highly regulated aspects of the South African business landscape today. The most recent changes to the regulations have both large corporate businesses and smaller businesses going back to the scorecard drawing board. Louis Coetzee, General Manager of the Ecsponent Development Fund - part of JSE-listed African financial services company Ecsponent Limited - believes this has contributed to inhibiting economic growth and stunting competitiveness in the industry.

Data-Driven Culture Creates Advantages for Global Supply Chain

Posted on 12 Apr 2017

Big-data analytics and other technologies are dramatically improving productivity in the global supply chain, according to a recent survey by Clear Peak Supply Chain Advisory Council.

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