Artificial Intelligence

Why Brands and Retailers Are Opting for 3-D E-Commerce

How to Stay Competitive During a Crisis: Six Tips for E-Commerce

January 13, 2021

As e-commerce continues to rapidly replace physical channels, it may be time for online sellers to examine their position and competitiveness in the marketplace.

Geek+ and Universal Logic Announce Strategic Partnership for Supply Chain Automation

January 7, 2021

SupplyChainBrain

Geek+, a global provider of autonomous mobile robots and warehouse automation, and Universal Logic, a pioneer of an AI, machine-control software “brain” for robots, have recently announced a new partnership.

COVID-19 Delivers a Wakeup Call for Supply-Chain Risk Management

January 1, 2021

Riskmethods

The coronavirus pandemic has had a huge impact on global risk-management strategies. Many companies learned in 2020 that their supply chains weren’t prepared for a disruption of such massive scale. Now, they’re determined not to get caught short again.

EDITOR'S Q&A

Where Is Material-Handling Automation Heading in 2021?

December 28, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Mobile robots are carving out an increasingly important role in material handling, especially in the era of e-commerce and the coronavirus pandemic.

How AI Is Transforming Global Supply Chains

December 28, 2020

Doug Mefford, SCB Contributor

Hit hard by the global pandemic and ready to future-proof their operations, companies are deploying AI-enabled solutions that can help them work better, smarter and faster.

For Fleet Management, AI and IoT Are Better Together

December 17, 2020

David Wagstaff, SCB Contributor

The artificial intelligence of things is already forming the backbone of many of today’s commercial transportation systems, especially in fleet safety.

Four Strategy Shifts Toward Building an 'Antifragile' Supply Chain

December 3, 2020

Mark Dohnalek, SCB Contributor

Making these four shifts is proving to be table stakes for companies looking to compete on a global scale.

Coping With Black Friday 2020 — and Manufacturers’ ‘Crazy Thursday’

November 25, 2020

Max Versace, SCB Contributor

While Black Friday holiday shopping has always been a stressful time for consumers and manufacturers alike, the 2020 season will have additional challenges brought on by the spread of COVID-19.

Delivering Success: How the Logistics and Transportation Function Drives Supply Chain Excellence

November 19, 2020

SAP

Logistics executives should consider these actions to address current challenges and join the ranks of supply-chain leaders.

Surviving and Thriving: How Supply Chain Leaders Minimize Risk and Maximize Opportunities

November 19, 2020

SAP

The delicate balance between supply-chain effectiveness and financial performance comes down to four critical habits.

Artificial Intelligence

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions for artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on supply chain management. New AI technologies 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 operations through their strategic use of AI and machine learning technologies for supply chain management.