Billions of pounds of stretch film are consumed annually, wrapping tens of billions of loads based on the original Lantech concept for stretch wrapping . This packaging method significantly impacts our planet due to its material consumption. Packaging material is essential for protecting goods during shipment and ensuring damage-free transportation. However, more environmentally damaging than ..read more

Does Logistics Matter? Answering YES to that question in this episode is Gabe Sganga, Head of Commercial Growth at Forterra. Gabe and I spoke about the current logistics landscape and how autonomous vehicles could increase the efficiency of logistics operations. Technology Enabling Logistics Logistics operations are supported by technological improvements that have increased their efficiency ..read more

In 2022, Kohl’s and Walmart were fined $2.5 million and $3.5 million, respectively, by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission for falsely claiming that a range of products were made from bamboo when they were actually made from synthetic fibers. In recent years, brands such as H&M, Decathlon, IKEA, and Coca-Cola have also been caught making ..read more

For many supply chain and logistics companies, podcasting is a new channel for increasing brand awareness. A podcast episode can increase exposure for your thought leaders and your company in many ways. In this article, I will describe the different types of content you get based on one single podcast episode. Audio and Video Material ..read more

Does Logistics Matter? Answering YES to that question in this episode is Brian Gaunt, Vice President of Accelerated Digitalization at DHL Supply Chain. Brian and I spoke about the latest developments in automation and robotics, the benefits of using robotics in the warehouse, and its impact on warehouse workers. The World of Warehousing is Changing ..read more

Does Logistics Matter? Answering YES to that question in this episode is Raimondo Gramaglia, Head of Sales and Development at FL Technics. Raimondo and I spoke about why marketing and sales should work closely together and how new technologies like ChatGPT positively impact marketing and sales in Logistics. From Cold Calls to Content Raimondo shares ..read more

Among all the industries in which AI technology will advance, trucking is set for a dramatic revolution. It is estimated that advanced analytics will save truckers $168 billion by optimizing routes and enhancing fuel efficiency. However, AI is not some sort of magic silver bullet. Optimizing logistics with AI relies on leveraging data. With accurate ..read more

Conferences are a great way to meet new people, reconnect or meet with people you already know, and above all, get inspired and learn. There are a lot of events out there, so to help you choose which ones to visit, I’ve created a list of supply chain and logistics events in Europe in 2023 ..read more

Manifest, set to take place from February 5th to 7th, 2024, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, is the premier event for anyone involved in supply chain and logistics. This event brings together over 4,500 attendees, including over 1,500 shippers and over 1,000 startups and investors from over 50 countries. It’s a unique platform where ..read more

According to the Office of the United States Trade Representative, goods and services trading between the U.S. and Mexico totalled an estimated $855.1 billion in 2022. But this multibillion-dollar industry could very well become a trillion-dollar industry in just a short few years. Why’s that? Simple: nearshoring.  Oxford defines nearshoring as “the practice of transferring ..read more