Despite managers viewing artificial intelligence as a tool that could be helpful in their companies supply chain, only 25% actually use artificial intelligence in their chains. 

A high percentage  (43%) of senior decision-makers at mid-market discrete manufacturers identified artificial intelligence (AI) among technologies likely to have the greatest impact on supply chains over the next three years, according to a study by Delaware, a technology solutions company. 

RFID is playing a part in the fight against Covid-19, reports Supply Chain Dive.

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology made a comeback in recent years, in retail, airline logistics and baggage tracking and in healthcare.

GS1 US now manages and maintains the GS1 US Color and Size Codes, a database that allows suppliers, manufacturers and retailers to codify product color and size, enabling more consistent and efficient data exchange in retail. Formerly managed by the National Retail Federation (NRF), the color and size codes are available electronically for either a $250 one-time purchase from GS1 US or via three GS1 US Solution Partners: OpenText, InterTrade and SPS Commerce.