As the pandemic evolves, business-to-business high tech companies are entering a new phase of planning. Manufacturers of semiconductors, tech components, consumer electronics and networking solutions are beginning to address the lingering impact from virus-related shutdowns and economic knock-on eff

Elements of the agriculture and food industries that have been slow to adopt technology are feeling the most pain from the coronavirus pandemic.A substantial slice of that sector has embraced new technology in recent years, in the form of innovations such as blockchain and digital transformation. Ma

Near-empty shelves in supermarkets have become symbolic of COVID-19’s impact on the supply chain.As we come to terms with the pandemic, and panic-buying abates, stocks are coming back into the stores for most durable goods. Unfortunately, it isn’t the same for every industry. For automak

Now more than ever, enterprises must monitor the dynamics of the evolving supply chain and respond quickly. To obtain real-time visibility, collaborate with suppliers and streamline business processes, many enterprises are leveraging automation. A recent Oxford Economics Survey of 1,000 supply-chain

For many companies, this year's mass exodus from shared office space has led to a scramble to equip employees with best-fit technology tools and cloud-based enterprise systems to support remote work. Particularly challenging are solutions for those processes that have traditionally relied on a c

The COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed how we work. Video chats, e-mail, and teleconferences are keeping many of us on the job, but technological tools can’t protect every business from the negative effects of mandated stay-at-home orders and social distancing protocols.This is especially

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most non-essential facilities and businesses across the country were required to shut down temporarily. Although many companies have modified their global strategies, international trade has been, and will continue to be, impacted.In fact, according to the recent DHL Ex

Whether you are a new manufacturing business or one that has been around for decades, the problem of fragmented data can quickly create serious issues and inefficiencies across your business. Many businesses may not fully understand this risk because, in manufacturing, processes to fix a problem are

Changing economic and geopolitical circumstances, evolving customer demands and disruptive technologies offer new opportunities for "challenger" brands to catch up and even outperform more established industry players. But being a challenger is not tied to size. Many of today's in

The office supply industry aims to provide its clients — made up of various-sized companies, public entities and non-business organizations — with all the equipment they need to complete their work. Suppliers may be locally or internationally based, prices are updated in real time and st

Does your organization have a good sense of the overall value in your manufacturing suppliers? Are they making a difference in your product development and speed to market? If the answer is no, you need to find a new supplier.Consider working with a supplier that consistently looks for different way

The COVID-19 pandemic may be far from over, but recovery efforts in many corners of the globe have already begun in earnest.We now see instances of factories, transportation lines, and in some cases whole economies embarking upon the slow and uncertain process of reopening. Unfortunately, the degree

One of the byproducts of the coronavirus pandemic has been a remarkable surge in e-commerce volumes. By late April, many carriers were seeing peak-like weekly volumes more than 50% higher than those in February. The growth is ongoing, resulting in record business-to-consumer volumes for carrier

Nobody predicted the size and scale of the COVID-19 pandemic, or the wide-ranging effects that the lockdown would have. Its sudden arrival has presented innumerable challenges to governments, businesses, and the general public. At the same time, it has created a number of opportunities for those bus

It was Winston Churchill who first told us to “Never waste a good crisis.” Amidst the sting of COVID-19, there are still opportunities available for those brave enough to seek them out. These five questions will help. Do we need to change our business strategy? Ask yourself thi

The Harvard Business Review recently made a stark statement with regards to global supply chains: The vast majority of global companies have no idea of what their risk exposure is; that's because few, if any, have complete knowledge of all the companies that provide services or parts to their di

The growing demand for fast supply-chain processes has reached yet another niche market: the unloading of boxes from pallets, or a so-called depalletization. Today, the once arduous task can be automated by implementing a smart solution that will increase productivity, increase throughput and u

Logistics and supply chain are crucial for the success of all businesses. Efficient logistic strategies are vital for reducing warehouse bulk, and ensuring that customers get their specified goods in time.Companies seeking to implement logistics strategies must first consider how they stand to benef

On May 15, 2020, U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported the seizure of a shipment of Pokémon action figurines valued at more than $600,000. CBP examined a shipment from Hong Kong that listed plastic furnishing articles. What it found were the Pokémon dolls. The agency contacted Ni

After months of having storefronts shuttered, retailers across the country will spend the coming weeks reopening their spaces for the return of business. But as they do, they need to ensure they’re providing safe environments for employees and customers alike — a feat that’s easier