newsBlue Yonder responds to ransomware attack
The supply chain IT firm was struck by a cyber attack on November 21, experiencing disruption to its managed services hosted environment.
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articleMake logistics sense – the need for a single digital thread
Bringing together information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) across many and varied systems in logistics requires a new approach to automation, one that will build the digital foundation for the entire sector. By Dave Sutton – Product Marketing Manager for Industrial Automation; Schneider Electric.
articleHuge global in-house software team
Q&A with James Sharples, VP Global Business Acceleration at Swisslog.
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productFind the keys to automation integration
Consafe Logistics and customer Rexel will explore the best ways to ensure warehouse automation integrates well on the IT level – join the webinar next week to hear more.
articlePushing the fulfilment process is an end-to-end endeavour
THG co-founder and COO John Gallemore explores the operational considerations necessary to deliver a 1am Next Day cut off and why it matters.
articleNew Awards puts the focus firmly on warehouse transformation
LOGISTICS MATTERS is excited to announce the launch of the new Warehouse Transformation Awards.
articleDo people still buy from people?
UK Warehousing Association chief executive Clare Bottle asks this key question and explores the commodification of third party logistics, as part of a white paper on the future of warehousing.
articleGreen logistics to take centre stage
In response to the logistics sector’s growing focus on sustainability, IMHX 2025 is set to showcase an expanded Green Logistics Zone.
productZetes buys 50% stake in AMR firm
The specialist in supply chain execution solutions is part of the Panasonic Group, and has invested in Robotize, a Danish robotics company.
productAchieving data-driven operational control
Tecsys has expanded the capabilities of its Elite software platform, with particular emphasis on data-driven optimisation for healthcare logistics.
productResearch into WMS highlights nascent role for AI
STIQ HAS produced a research paper examining the WMS market.
articleGartner survey suggests ’embrace resistance’
THE SURVEY found 76% of logistics transformations never fully succeed, failing to meet critical budget, timeline or key performance indicator (KPI) metrics.
articleDo tighter returns policies backfire?
RESEARCH SHOWS over half of consumers are deterred by strict returns policies, highlighting increased urgency for retailers to balance cost reduction with customer centricity, says Blue Yonder.
articleSolving the AI jigsaw for intralogistics
Focus on a win and don’t try to do everything when assessing AI for the warehouse, says Martin Brickell.
articleLeaders don’t get tech and it’s holding back supply chains
A new research report has revealed a contradiction in supply chain technology adoption, with 62% of supply chain decision makers citing technology as a key driver for business growth, yet 45% are struggling to effectively implement these solutions in daily operations.
newsDexory secures bumper funding
The warehouse technology firm has secured $80 million funding to drive global expansion goals.
productForterro launches Orderwise Cloud
THE EUROPEAN provider of software solutions to the industrial midmarket, has tailored it to the specific requirements of retail, wholesale, warehousing and e-commerce companies.
articleNavigating Peak season
The importance of peak season in the UK retail environment shouldn’t be underestimated. From Black Friday through to Cyber Monday, Christmas and the January sales, peak can account for 30-40% of annual revenues. Online shopping is a major feature of this and with uncertainty still a feature of UK markets it’s more important than ever for retailers to plan ahead and provide a competitive service. Simon Allen, Engineering and Delivery Director at Breathe Technologies reviews key points for a successful peak.
