A stretch of highway in Indiana just did something that has never been done before in the U.S.: It charged a heavy-duty electric truck while it was driving. What’s Related Researchers at Purdue University successfully tested a short section of road that wirelessly sends power through the pavement and into a moving electric semi truck. […]
https://www.supplychain247.com/topic/tag/Order_FulfillmentIn today’s logistics environment, volatility has become the norm. Labor shortages, unpredictable demand cycles, and rising customer expectations are pushing warehouse operators to rethink the traditional “optimize once and maintain” mindset. In 2026, the most successful operations will be those designed to adapt to whatever comes next. What’s Related There are a few key shifts […]
A new joint venture between automotive suppliers Sodecia and AAPICO will build a 120 million dollar manufacturing facility in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, according to an announcement from the Office of the Governor. The plant will be the partnership’s first site in the United States and will create 392 jobs in a region that has […]
As OpenAI moves deeper into online shopping with its new Instant Checkout feature, retailers are facing a major shift in how their products get discovered. It’s no longer just about price, ads, and reviews. Now, supply chain performance itself plays a direct role in whether a product even shows up in AI-powered search results. What’s […]
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 […]
