Supply Chain - Articles, Stories & Interviews

"Building for the Surge: How to Prepare Your Factory Storage for Times of Peak Demand"

To truly manage seasonal peaks efficiently and safely, facilities need a storage infrastructure designed to flex with changes in demand, regardless of whether they’re seasonal, planned, or one-time occurrences.

10 Common Supply Chain Issues & How to Solve Them

Let's take a look at some of the major global supply chain issues of the past four years, then drill into the most common effects on businesses. You’ll be surprised at the number of strategies you can implement to mitigate the risks.

Maximizing ROI with Mobile Automation: What the Data Shows

Technologies like autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are helping companies bring autonomy to material movement more efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively than ever before.

How Collision Awareness Systems Help Meet OSHA Forklift & Pedestrian Safety Guidelines

According to OSHA, approximately 35,000 serious injuries and 62,000 non-serious injuries involving forklifts occur each year in the U.S., many of which are due to poor visibility, blind spots, and uncontrolled intersections in warehouses.

Maximizing Operation Efficiency through Manufacturing Processes

Cross-functional collaboration isn’t just helpful, it’s the backbone of a smooth new product introduction. You can have the best design on paper, but if engineering, operations and supply chain aren’t aligned from day one, you’re setting yourself up for late-stage su

Talking PACK EXPO Las Vegas with Encoder Products Company (EPC)

We’re featuring live demos of our newest encoders, including the LP1 Accu-LaserPro™ — a slip-free, high-accuracy laser encoder designed for packaging lines. Visitors will see how EPC encoders reduce downtime, simplify integration, and deliver long-lasting performance.

Driving Supply Chain Innovation Through AI and Process Optimization

AI and data analytics are game changers for the manufacturing industry’s demand and shop floor agility. My team is currently developing an AI model that identifies irregular demand patterns and updates itself.

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Why Manufacturers Must Balance Proactive Cybersecurity with Verified Recovery

Under more pressure than ever to protect their systems, many organizations are still acting on the assumption that proactive prevention will keep their operations safe and running. In reality, hackers can break through first walls of defense and wreak operational havoc.

How Gartners 10 Dimensions of Warehouse Complexity can Transform your WMS Strategy

A strong WMS should balance simplicity and depth, offering configurability without extensive custom code, seamless integration with material handling systems, and robust tools for labor management, task orchestration, and automation.

Unlocking the Benefits of a Data-Driven Manufacturing Supply Chain

A data-driven supply chain isn’t just about tracking shipments. It’s about turning a mountain of raw data: sales figures, inventory levels, supplier performance, even weather patterns, into actionable insights. It allows supply chains to anticipate problems before they o

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Advanced Supply Chain Analytics - Now Accessible to Everyone, for Free

With Log-hub's latest offering, professionals across logistics, manufacturing, retail, FMCG and consulting can simulate, optimize, and visualize their supply chains using real project data, at no cost.

ARI USA Highlights ZETRIX® High-Performance Process Valve for Demanding Industrial Applications

Metal-Seated Valve Designed for Long-Term, Zero-Leakage Service in High-Temperature Environments

KROHNE: Enhancing Efficiency in the Food and Beverage Industry: The Role of Coriolis Mass Flow Measurement

By: Neil Stringer, Industry Manager of Food and Beverage at KROHNE In the fast-paced world of food and beverage manufacturing where margins are tight and expectations for sustainability and quality continue to rise, manufacturers must continually strive for greater efficiency without compromising product integrity. Flow measurement, a necessity in any processing application, can play a critical role in meeting these demands. While almost every facility performs flow measurement in some form, the effectiveness and accuracy of the process are often inconsistent, leaving significant room for improvement.

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NORD Delivers Powerful, Reliable Drive Solutions for Demanding Packaging Applications
NORD Delivers Powerful, Reliable Drive Solutions for Demanding Packaging Applications

NORD Delivers Powerful, Reliable Drive Solutions for Demanding Packaging Applications

When you need quality, flexibility and high efficiency, NORD has you covered with complete drive solutions for primary and secondary packaging, end-of-line packaging, and higher-level applications. NORD supports you through the entire life cycle of your drive systems with pre-sales engineering support, online tools, and a global service network. Drive systems for both vertically and horizontally networked technology with all the options for sensor incorporation and integration into the higher-level control system.

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ResinDek / Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products

At Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products®, we know and understand the importance of having the right flooring product for the right application. That's why we offer a variety of ResinDek panels in different thicknesses, densities, and with different surface finishes. Since 1994, ResinDek flooring panels have been installed in distribution centers, warehouses, manufacturing plants, and cold storage facilities for major corporations worldwide. The intent of Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products then and now is "We don't just make better mezzanine floors…We make mezzanine floors better". We strive to provide solutions that improve the ergonomics in work environments, reduce environmental impacts, and bring significant value to the professionals in many different industries.