Breathe Technologies

MARCH 3, 2021

Unpicking retailer's packing challenges. Understanding your packing challenges and the fundamental role this area plays as part of warehouse operations is paramount for eCommerce retailers. If done incorrectly, will easily hinder the ability to fulfil orders. Whilst there have been massive levels of innovation in underlying technology in this area, be it digital or physical, to push the despatch throughput rates to next level, customer demand is driving further pressures on warehouses to pe

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Universal Robots

MARCH 2, 2021

March 1 2021 marked a new chapter in the history of Universal Robots as 38-year-old Kim Povlsen took the helm as President. We caught up with the ambitious and technologically-driven Dane for insights on his background as well as his visions for his new assignment. Plus a few words on his coffee-obsession.

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Manufacturers Alliance

MARCH 2, 2021

Monica Jackson began a new role as Vice President of Global Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) at Eaton in 2020 which required managing through a uniquely challenging period amid the global pandemic, economic turmoil and social unrest. MAPI chatted with Monica to learn about her experience and her perspective on the future of I&D.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 1, 2021

In this 20-minute conversation, Metro Mold & Design 's Vice President Ben Lampron, Director of Operations Rob Hendel and Quality Leader Paula Rush join me to discuss customer service, cross-training, communication, COVID and much more. Here are a few takeaways: Located in the Metro area of Minneapolis with two facilities—commercial and industrial plastics as well as another division down the road focused on the medical industry.

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In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

MARCH 4, 2021

Supply chain hardware, software and services company Renovotec has struck a distribution deal with Custom SpA, an Italian multinational group and hi-tech solutions company. Custom was founded in 1992 and has extensive experience in retail POS (point of sale), kiosk and self-service solutions.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

MARCH 3, 2021

By David Bennett, freelance writer Technology can turbo-charge supply chains in many ways, but only if you are willing to stay on top of the latest trends and embrace the ones which promise to deliver the biggest advantages. With that in mind, here is a look at the key tech breakthroughs that should be considered essential for the industry this year.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

MARCH 3, 2021

Volker Kirchgeorg will take the reins at Siemens Digital Logistics GmbH this month (March). The company specialises in the digital transformation of logistical processes and, with its end-to-end software and consulting solutions, is a leading IT provider in global supply chain management.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

MARCH 3, 2021

With Covid-19 vaccine delivery highlighting the need for resilience in pharma and biotech supply chains, Karl H. Lauri, managing team member at MRPeasy.com, explains that ERP/MRP gives smaller suppliers the backbone required to take part.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT

MARCH 4, 2021

Logility, Inc. has been positioned as a Leader in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Solutions.

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