The Rise of Automation
As logistics, warehouse, and distribution center operations strive to enhance capacity utilization, reduce order cycle times, and improve pick rates, many are turning to automation. This shift is driven by ongoing labor shortages, prompting companies to blend human capabilities with the efficiency of automated systems.
Showcasing Innovative Technologies
Logistics Management's latest Special Focus Issue highlights a variety of feature stories that delve into the software, hardware, and automation technologies currently transforming warehouse and DC operations. The editorial team spotlights the innovative strategies employed by leading companies in the United States and Europe, providing an inside look at how they stay ahead in the logistics sector.
Key Topics and Resources
- 2024 Motor Freight Trends
- Choosing the Right OS for Warehouse Management Apps
- How to Select Mobile PCs in an Expanding Technology Climate
- Keeping Vaccines Safe: Cold Chain Monitoring
- Using Blockchain to Enhance Trust Across Logistics Touchpoints
- IoT Data for Continuous Cold Chain Monitoring
Logistics News Highlights
- Insights on tariffs and trade policy from GEODIS’s Williamson
- UPS’s rollout of Global Checkout to alleviate unexpected import charges
- Concerns voiced in a letter to USTR about proposed fees on Chinese ships
- Descartes announces acquisition of 3GTMS for $115 million
- USPS Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to depart on March 24