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IoT in Logistics: What It Is, Applications, and Benefits
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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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What is MRP? History, Definition, and How it Works
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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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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights

SHOVEL READY: The first development at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport’s Global Logistics Park has broken ground. The 4.5 acres of aeronautical property is being leased by F&F LLC for the development of an 80,000-square-foot cargo facility with airside access to handle current and future general air freight needs. The facility will include cargo processing space, associated mezzanine offices, and a minimum of 18 truck docks. The site is expected to be complete in early 2025.

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Is Your Supply Chain “Blocked”?
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Is Your Supply Chain “Blocked”?

People like me constantly champion the benefits of collaboration and visibility in the supply chain and warn that a lack of traceability and transparency can lead to delays, errors, and increased costs. To achieve this, supply chain participants need a unified view of data, while still being able to independently and privately verify transactions such as production and transport updates.

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Blockchain in Supply Chain: Definition, Role in Supply Chain, and Advantages
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Blockchain in Supply Chain: Definition, Role in Supply Chain, and Advantages

Modern advancements in logistics and supply chain operations have dramatically shifted how businesses manage the flow of goods from production to consumption. Technology innovations have paved the way for more efficient, transparent, and secure processes, fundamentally altering the landscape of global supply chains. Blockchain technology emerges as a pivotal force at the forefront of these […]

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2024 Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Providers
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2024 Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Providers

Seeking technology to power innovation, efficiency, and excellence in your supply chain? These logistics and supply chain technology providers can help. Vetted and 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 niche offerings such as reverse logistics solutions and Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled tools.

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

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Myth-busting AI in the Supply Chain
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Myth-busting AI in the Supply Chain

Over the past decade, supply chains have undergone a substantial digital transformation. One of the most significant factors driving this change has been the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies. As these technologies have become more prominent, however, so too have misconceptions about their impact on supply chain and logistics operations.

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