E-commerce continues to grow rapidly, with sales reaching $453.5 billion in 2017, increasing 16 percent from last year according to the U.S. Census Bureau.1 As e-commerce continues to grow, retailers may be struggling to keep up with consumer demand in regards to speed, accuracy, and efficiency. As the industry shifts and brick-and-mortar stores are replaced with… Read More
From factories to front doors, products are shipped around the world using different modes of transportation and facilities to reach customers. Here are some facts behind the logistics of supply chains and the products they deliver:
Identified as a top 2018 supply chain technology trend by Gartner, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has emerged as a useful tool that could potentially lead to more strategic decision-making.1 RPA is a technology application that equips tools with the ability to mimic predictable and repetitive tasks.2 Tools can range from configuration within software to a… Read More
An Electronic Logging Device (ELD) is a piece of technology that automatically records a driver’s driving time and other aspects of the hours-of-service (HOS) records, to offer easier, more accurate record keeping. The device logs data from the vehicle’s engine, including whether the engine is running, whether the vehicle is moving, miles driven, and the… Read More
As the first quarter of 2018 comes to a close, transportation capacity remains a hot topic. The logistics industry is experiencing what is being considered “the perfect storm” as factors such as the economy, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and driver shortages continue to tighten transportation capacity. However, evaluating each factor could uncover additional opportunities for… Read More
