In logistics, data is everything, but what happens when the data says “green” yet the operation still falls short? Many logistics organizations rely on robust KPI systems to manage performance; however, in an age of rising customer expectations and increasing complexity, tracking the wrong metrics or tracking the right ones in isolation can do more […]
Automation is quickly becoming a must-have for U.S. manufacturers as companies bring more production back home and struggle to find enough workers to staff their plants. What’s Related New research from RobCo shows that 95% of U.S. industrial businesses plan to roll out new automation within the next three years. The study surveyed 400 business […]
A new national survey shows a worrying gap between how safe workers feel on the job and what is actually happening on worksites across construction, manufacturing, mining, utilities, and other high-risk industries. What’s Related The October survey of 516 U.S. workers found that 79 percent say they feel safe, yet more than half, 53 percent, […]
Eli Lilly is set to build a massive new $6 billion facility in Huntsville, Alabama, part of a growing U.S. push to bring medicine manufacturing back home. The site will make active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for small-molecule synthetic and peptide medicines. That includes orforglipron, Lilly’s first weight-loss drug. What’s Related Construction kicks off in 2026 […]
eCommerce isn’t slowing down, but the people needed to pick, pack, and ship orders are in short supply. Warehouses across the U.S. are scrambling to fill hundreds of thousands of open roles, while demand keeps climbing. According to this 2024 Descartes study, at least 76% of supply chain and logistics operations are experiencing notable […]
If you work in supply chain, logistics, transportation, or manufacturing, 2026 is shaping up to be another busy year for in-person conferences. From automation and warehouse technology to procurement, last-mile delivery, and global trade, these events are a great place to make new connections or grab a drink with an old friend. Below is a running […]
Supplier diversity programs are shifting their focus toward small and local suppliers as companies look for more stability in a shaky economy. What’s Related That’s one of the biggest takeaways from Supplier.io’s newly released 2025 State of Supplier Diversity Report, which shows that these programs are no longer being treated mainly as reputation builders. Instead, […]
If you’ve ever watched a warehouse in full swing, you know picking is not just about grabbing boxes off shelves. It is a constant flow of movement, timing, and precision. Workers move through crowded aisles, handle bulky items, and work against tight deadlines where every second counts. Yet many warehouse systems still treat picking as […]
A recent Gartner report, Artificial Intelligence Use-Case Comparison for Logistics, outlines 20 AI-enabled use cases across warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment, each scored on feasibility and business value. For logistics leaders, this framework serves as a roadmap to identify quick wins, calculated bets, and emerging opportunities for transformation. The Gartner Framework: Value vs. Feasibility Gartner groups […]
Only five states earned a top “green” rating for strong road safety laws in a new national report from Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety. The group reviewed traffic safety laws in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., and found that most states still fall short in protecting drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. What’s Related The […]
