Predictions for hot trends in 2018s supply chain include blockchain technology, reports eWeek. To many blockchain is a mystery, but really it is a circle of trusted partners who do business regularly and already have been vetted for security purposes

Daimler Trucks North America(DTNA) is seeking to fill a niche in the supply chain, reports Bulk Transporter. DTNA will send out its first delivery of parts made with a 3d printer. These particular parts are for older vehicles or are parts that are harder to get.

According to Forbes, the hottest supply chain technology for 2017 included 3d printing and artificial intelligence.