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Amazon Aims to Sublet, End Warehouse Leases as Online Sales Cool

May 23, 2022

Amazon.com Inc., stuck with too much warehouse capacity now that the surge in pandemic-era shopping has faded, is looking to sublet at least 10 million square feet of space and could vacate even more.

Considering Warehouse Bots? Remember These Four T's

May 22, 2022

Sri Solur, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

If you’re considering implementing mobile robotics, keep in mind these four essential “T’s” as you design and execute your strategy.

How 'PUDO' Boosts Last-Mile Efficiency

May 22, 2022

Dan O'Connor, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

As shipping rates soar, more retailers are embracing pickup and drop-off fulfillment.

Amazon Threatened Workers Over Union Vote, Labor Officials Find

May 19, 2022

Bloomberg

U.S. labor board prosecutors plan to accuse Amazon.com Inc. of threatening staff that if they unionized it could propose paying them minimum wage and of punishing an employee for seeking a paid Juneteenth holiday.

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Watch: Digital Solutions Overcome Uncertainty in Warehouse Operations

May 18, 2022

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are optimizing warehouse operations, says Chad Zollman, chief sales officer at TGW Logistics Group.

Three Steps to Building Sustainable Supply Chains

May 18, 2022

Ann Sung Ruckstuhl, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

With the expansion of global trade and evolution of omnichannel retail, supply chains have become increasingly critical, complicated and challenging, spotlighting the impact of globalization and fulfillment of commerce on the environment.

Port Automation Is Hot-Button Issue in West Coast Labor Talks

May 13, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Senior Editor

While all parties have expressed confidence that an agreement will be reached between dockworkers and employers without disruption, they conceded there will be “difficult” issues. Among these are certain to be the wrangle over automation.

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Watch: AGVs: Are They Right for Your Warehouse?

May 13, 2022

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

Nicola Tomatis, chief executive officer of BlueBotics, discusses interoperability of AGVs and things to consider before investing in automated vehicles.

How OMS Technology Helps Retailers Cut Emissions

May 12, 2022

Chris Deck, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

Order management technology can help retailers lower their carbon footprint via smart order routing, cross-channel visibility and more.

How Smart Warehouse Orchestration Helps Sustainability Efforts

May 11, 2022

Keith Moore, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

By optimizing operations within the warehouse, companies can make huge strides in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and boosting sustainability for the extended supply chain.

All Warehouse Services

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding warehousing and distribution systems and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies in warehouse management systems (WMS), automation, robotics, RFID and order fulfillment are transforming the way companies do business — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of warehousing and distribution services.