In this 4-part blog series, we will look at the ways warehouse technology has transformed the supply chain. Topics we will cover include robotics, drones, image recognition technology, and the Internet of Things. Remember when warehousing was a labor intensive trade that required numerous workers and line managers? Now, humans and machines work together in […]
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Single-Use Plastics: Transitioning the Supply Chain
What are Single-Use Plastics? Single-use plastics are used only once before they are thrown out or recycled. In recent years, cities from all over the world have began imposing restrictions on them. It started out with plastic grocery bags. And now, the campaign for reducing plastic waste has led to the ban of other single-use […]
How Meal Kit Delivery Services Manage Their Supply Chains
Having fresh, ready-to-cook meals delivered to your door may seem like a simple way to get food on the table. However, the supply chain behind every meal kit delivery business is both complex and time-pressured. These companies must invest more effort into ensuring seamless logistics – from sourcing the ingredients, portioning and packaging the meals, […]
Is M-Commerce Just as Important as E-Commerce?
E-commerce has been around for a while now and many businesses use it for day to day activities. With the Internet being so accessible, it is easy for both consumers and businesses to interact. But now, there is m-commerce. Is it just as important as e-commerce? Should you be paying attention? Read more to find […]
AI Improving Safety in the Warehouse
Artificial intelligence has been a hot topic in recent years, and it doesn’t look like that will die down any time soon. Previously, we’ve talked about its effect on supply chain, but for this blog post, we will be focusing on AI improving safety in the warehouse. Here are 3 ways AI is influencing the […]
Supply Chain in the Sharing Economy
The sharing economy is somewhat of a newer concept. Also known as the shareconomy or the collaborative economy, the idea is simple. Harnessing the power of the Internet its use of big data, it uses the concept of an open source community, allowing for peer-to-peer sharing. Prime examples of businesses that partake in the sharing […]
