Ian Darley, an inventory specialist in the mining industry, tells how he helped to pioneer a new method for storing materials on site - and eliminating a substantial amount of unnecessary packaging.

Jim Crowell, director of the Supply Chain Management Research Center at the University of Arkansas, demonstrates why on-shelf availability is a critical metric for retailers.

Paul Vanderspek, clinical professor at Colorado State University, offers some valuable strategies for alleviating risk association with potential supply disruptions.

Acsis Inc. has released new versions of its applications for product tracking, automated data collection and task management.

CEVA Logistics has launched its first mobile app, CEVA Mobile, enabling customers to track the precise location of air, ocean and customs brokerage shipments through the iPhone or iPad.

JustEnough Software, a specialist in demand-management applications for retailers, distributors and brand owners, has released a new version of its app for mobile sales force automation. JustEnough Mobile is available on the Apple iPad.

Acute-care facility New York Hospital Queens, located in the Flushing section of New York City, is piloting radio frequency identification technology to help it manage its inventory of medical devices and consumables, including stents, catheters and filters used within its interventional radiology unit.

Cognex Corp., a vendor of machine vision systems, has introduced the In-Sight 7010. The entry-level vision system was designed for inspection tasks where vision sensors are too limited, and a standard vision system might not be cost-effective.

ALK Technologies has released a new version of its CoPilot Truck GPS (Global Positioning System) navigation application for professional drivers.