Technology

Guide to Plumbing Inventory Software: How to Track Tools & Cut Costs

Plumbing Inventory Software: Track Parts & Cut Costs Ever sent a technician to a job site only to discover the part you swear was in the truck isn’t there? Or realized you’ve been sitting on $15K of pipe that’s been gathering dust in your warehouse for six months? These aren’t just annoying mistakes, they’re profit […]

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Will AI Replace Freight Brokers? Understanding the Future of Brokerage in a Tech-Driven Supply Chain

As artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and machine learning advance across the supply chain, one question has moved to the forefront of logistics conversations: Will AI replace freight brokers? The short answer: Total replacement is unlikely, but transformation is inevitable. AI is already reshaping how brokers quote freight, match loads, communicate with carriers, and manage data. […]

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Putting the Yard First: Why Supply Chain Efficiency Starts Here

The right yard management system can transform your entire supply chain. It can reduce labor costs, streamline operations, improve utilization of yard assets, and yes, increase supply chain efficiency.

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Partnership Fuels Digital Revolution

Container shipping has made significant strides in digital transformation—modernizing processes, improving transparency, and adopting more efficient ways of working. Much of this progress has been driven by major carriers through their involvement with the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA).

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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions

Samskip launched a new shortsea container service calling at the Port of Blyth, UK, enhancing multimodal connections between the UK and European trade hubs. The Blyth service provides weekly sailings between Blyth and Rotterdam, transshipment to European markets via Samskip’s hub network, and road and rail connections for inland distribution.

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Digital Twins in Logistics: What They Are, How They Work, and Benefits

Digital twins in logistics turn live data into smart decisions. These models improve planning, boost speed, and raise accuracy across modern supply chain management strategies.

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End-to-End Visibility: The See-Through Supply Chain

In an era of constant disruption, supply chain leaders seek end-to-end visibility solutions to gain transparency from origin to final mile. The clarity that comes with supply chain X-ray vision helps them detect issues early, respond quickly, and build a resilient, agile network.

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Radeberger Brews A Smarter Supply Chain

In the beverage industry, everything is fluid. Production and sales volumes are heavily dependent on both market trends and raw materials availability. The slightest change in the sequence of processes—production, filling, distribution, or the return of empty bottles and containers—has immediate ramifications for the entire supply chain. How is it possible, under such conditions, to optimize both production capacities and route planning over the long term?

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Digital Marketplaces Transform Special Equipment and Commercial Vehicle Procurement for Optimized Logistics Operations

In contemporary logistics, where every element of the supply chain demands maximum efficiency, the management of specialized equipment and commercial vehicle fleets is critically important. From ensuring timely raw material deliveries to efficient distribution of finished goods, the availability of appropriate and readily accessible equipment defines the continuity of business processes. Nevertheless, traditional approaches to […]

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AI-Driven Planning Connects StarTech.com to Supply Chain Clarity

StarTech.com, which offers hardware that helps information technology professionals solve connectivity and business challenges, has grown during all but two of the 40 years it has been in business. “We’re optimistic about the future,” says Ted Wenger, the company’s vice president, operations.

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How is AI Transforming Supply Chain Operations?

Searching for real-world examples of supply chain organizations that have implemented AI solutions and are seeing financial and operational results? We serve them up right here.

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From Digital Adopter to Digital Leader

Logistics companies quickly turned to digital solutions to keep operations running during the pandemic. The pressure was on, cash was free-flowing, and organizations made rapid technology investments to keep supply chains as functional as possible.

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2025 IL Market Research: What’s Happening in Supply Chain and Logistics Technology?

Companies are accelerating supply chain technology deployments, IL’s annual report reveals. Providers are ramping up AI innovations to boost capabilities and seeing robust growth, even as the trends that shape their solutions shift.

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Future-Proof Your Supply Chain: Why Real-Time Monitoring Matters

Imagine turning the chaos of supply management into a master plan, where every mile, shipment, and dollar is tracked in real time—allowing you to stay ahead of potential disruptions before they even happen.

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2025 Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Providers

Selected by Inbound Logistics editors, these 100 companies provide a range of solutions from widely adopted technologies such as Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to newer offerings such as AI and robotics.

Here are the Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Providers in alphabetical order:

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IoT in Logistics: What It Is, Applications, and Benefits

IoT in Logistics: What It Is, Applications, and Benefits As the world becomes more interconnected, the logistics landscape is significantly transforming. Technology has become the backbone of supply chain management, propelling logistics companies into a new era of efficiency and connectivity. Internet of Things (IoT) is a transformative force reshaping the fabric of logistics and […]

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The Future of the Automated Supply Chain

Automation is revolutionizing warehouses and transforming the future of supply chain operations, while AI drives smarter forecasting, streamlined planning, and greater efficiency. To harness these advancements, organizations need a strategic approach that includes robust governance and well-managed data to ensure sustainable, cost-effective growth.

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What is MRP? History, Definition, and How it Works

Running a manufacturing process without an organized system often leads to chaos—too many raw materials or not enough to meet customer demand. That’s where material requirements planning (MRP) comes in. So, what is MRP? It’s a planning system that helps production managers calculate the materials needed, schedule production efficiently, and balance inventory levels with actual […]

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Holman Logistics Uses Artificial Intelligence to Increase Forklift Safety

Holman partners with OneTrack to bring AI solutions to the issue of forklift accidents.

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