Supply Chain - Articles, Stories & Interviews

KENGIC Drives Efficiency in Turkey: 60% Cost Reduction and 10,000 PPH for a Famous 3PL

This project serves as a benchmark for green logistics practices in the region, demonstrating how automation can drive low-carbon, sustainable development while maximizing economic output.

How to Scale Configuration Complexity Without Eroding Margins

Customization drives growth. But as configurability expands, many manufacturers face a familiar pattern: greater product variety paired with margin erosion, operational instability, and discount pressure.

Are Your Safety Measures Outdated? 5 Signs It's Time to Upgrade Your Collision Warning Systems

As layouts change, new equipment is introduced, and traffic patterns shift, your once-reliable safety measures might no longer be doing their job. So how do you know when it's time to upgrade?

Challenges for the Packaging Industry

What challenges will the packaging industry have to face in the next 10 years to remain competitive? Especially in the technologies it uses. Here are some answers.

The Hidden Costs of Forklift Impacts and How to Prevent Them

Forklift impacts are among the most common safety risks in material handling environments. Forklift impact prevention is more than just a safety measure. It's a cost-saving strategy that protects your people, infrastructure, and bottom line.

The Distinctions between PLM & CLM and why they are Essential in Modern Manufacturing

If the world was focused on mass production of standard products with no customization, then PLM would be all you need to manage your product lifecycle. However, mass customization has been a reality for some time and is growing.

The Role Manufacturers Play in Solving America's Biggest Housing Challenges

Now more than ever, it's crucial for the United States to build homes efficiently, sustainably and on budget. How can manufacturers of finished building products like drywall, flooring, roofing and ceilings play their part in making this happen?

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Material Handling in Manufacturing Is Predicted to Change in These 5 Ways in 2026

2026 is the year manufacturer-owned and -operated warehouses become more autonomous, modular and sustainable. These trends should accelerate upskilling and reskilling, ensuring that well-trained workers remain gainfully employed amid ongoing innovation.

The Power of Vendor Consolidation: A Strategic Imperative for 2026

As we navigate a year marked by geopolitical shifts and inflationary pressures, the design of a supplier network has become a core competitive differentiator.

The Margin Blind Spot Facing Advanced Manufacturers

While AI can help interpret constantly changing laws and fees across supply chains, most manufacturers are focusing on integrating AI where they can actually control it: their data and operations.

Supply Chain - News Headlines

DigiKey to Showcase Power Solutions from Leading Suppliers at APEC 2026

The company's booth will highlight product demos from Microchip, Nichicon and STMicroelectronics

EXAIR Announces Brand Refresh and Commitment to Service and Innovation

The commitment to forward momentum is backed by years of serving this industry and the promise to continue providing the best compressed air solutions on the market. The new look reflects the same innovation and attention to detail that have defined our approach to engineering and product design since our inception.

Manz Asia and Epson Form Strategic Partnership to Advance Inkjet Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing

Joint Lab-to-Fab inkjet equipment combines Epson's precision printhead technology with Manz Asia's equipment and process expertise to enable scalable manufacturing

Supply Chain - Featured Product

Strain Wave Gearheads by maxon - Highly precise, compact, and efficient.
Strain Wave Gearheads by maxon - Highly precise, compact, and efficient.

Strain Wave Gearheads by maxon - Highly precise, compact, and efficient.

Strain wave gearheads are ideal for use in applications requiring precision motion control and high torque transmission in a compact design. maxon strain wave gearheads are a specialized type of gearhead where precision and compact design are crucial. This type of gearhead is often used in applications in a confined space. With their advanced gear tooth design, maxon's strain wave gearheads provide high efficiency and good back drivability. Typical applications include: Robotics, Aerospace, Medical technology and Optical systems .

Supply Chain - Featured Company

Parvalux Electric Motors Ltd

Parvalux is a leading global manufacturer of geared motor solutions with over 70 years' experience in creating the perfect combination of motor and gearbox to match the customer's application. Whilst we offer thousands of standard options we can easily customize any motor or gearbox to meet your exact requirements at no or minimal extra cost. Our design team can work closely with your own to optimize your solution for your application helping you to secure a genuine competitive advantage in your market. Our products are found in hundreds of applications but we are particularly strong in healthcare, leisure, mobility, transport, and a diverse range of industrial applications.