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Cotton Looks to RFID
Agriculture tech firm EWR is working with John Deere to find additional applications for the information it collects from its RFID equipped machinery, reports Cotton Grower.
RFID technology is making a huge impact on the cotton supply chain, and gins and growers have been seeking a way to use the information embedded in the tags of round modules (rounds).
Read more...Supply Chain Facing New Challenges
According to Logistics Management, the new electronic logging device mandate that will go into effect soon could have an impact on supply chains.
The final electronic logging device (ELD) mandate is looming. E-commerce sales are on a tear. The truck driver shortage persists.
Read more...AI Can Help Supply Chain
Supply chain executives believe that AI can help with their end to end visibility, reports Digital Supply Chain
C-suite executives across every industry have realised AI’s value and are exploring how to incorporate it into their operations – and supply chains often top their agendas
Read more...Velantro Helps Trucking Companies and Dispatchers Book More Loads
The trucking and transportation sectors are highly competitive, and businesses of all sizes need to capitalize on technology and telecommunications to thrive. One of the most sensitive areas is that of speed dialing when using load boards and fast calling networks: once a load posted on load boards, trucking companies and dispatchers have literally seconds to respond and the fastest usually gets the job. Therefore, it is crucial to have the right telecommunications partner that will help owners and dispatch take their business to the next level.
Read more...Automation in Supply Chain Saves Money
Businesses of all sizes can see cost savings by using automated technology in their supply chain, reports Supply Chain Dive.
Procurement offices that start using smart automation technology can see cost reductions of up to 17%, but when organizations undergo more complete digital transformations savings can reach 45% or higher, according to a new report from The Hackett Group.
Read more...Switzerland Invests in Blockchain
According to Forbes, Switzerland’s largest grocery chain is working with TE-foods to bring a new farm to table supply chain blockchain solution to stores.
Having already seen much success in food traceability with IBM's Food Trust, blockchain-based supply chains in the food and produce sector is increasing in adoption rapidly.
Read more...Agility Goes Green
Agility is going green, reports AJOT. The logistics provider is investing heavily in adding green tech to its supply chain.
Agility, a leading global logistics provider, announced that it has invested $18 million in green supply chain technologies so far through its corporate venture arm Agility Ventures
Read more...Predictive Analysis in the Warehouse
According to Supply Chain Dive, predictive analytics aren’t yet ready to be deployed in the warehouse setting.
Hang out on any trade show floor these days and there’s one topic that seems to dominate conversations: predictive analytics.
Read more...Here Come the Logistics Bots: RPA Labs Automates Customer Interaction and Documentation Processes
A new technology company, RPA Labs, has unveiled robotic process automation designed to speed up data entry, documentation, customer interactions, and other repetitive work for logistics and transportation companies. Co-founded by industry veterans Matt Motsick and Suraj Menon, RPA Labs aims to automate many of the time-consuming, menial tasks of logistics work with cutting edge technology like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing. RPA Labs' innovative robotic process automation (RPA) can quickly align with a transportation company's existing ERP, CMS or accounting software, performing tasks as varied as inputting data, providing quotes, responding to emails and handling common customer requests.
Read more...Successfully Implementing Blockchain
Before your company goes all in on blockchain, take the time to make sure you truly understand how to implement it successfully.
Blockchain in the supply chain is being touted as the means to greater trust and visibility.
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