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Dec 12, 2024 · Material Handling & Logistics provides news, analysis, technology and best practices for managers overseeing supply chain, warehousing and transportation in the manufacturing sector.
Manufacturing Outlook for 2025 | Material Handling and Logistics
Nov 25, 2024 · Looking ahead to 2025, manufacturers are expected to continue to face a challenging business climate due to a combination of higher costs, potential policy changes following the US elections and geopolitical uncertainty, according to Deloitte’s report, 2025 Manufacturing Outlook. Examining key factors, the report noted that the National Association of Manufacturers Q3 2024 outlook predicts ...
Guarded Optimism in Logistics Sector for 2025
Nov 15, 2024 · A recent survey, BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index for Q1 2025, found a slight increase in positive sentiment across inventory and order volume projections. “Shippers are balancing optimism with prudence, positioning themselves to leverage growth opportunities while remaining adaptable to shifting market dynamics,” said Adam White, vice president of Marketing at BlueGrace Logistics, in ...
Top 10 Forklift Manufacturers of 2024
Oct 13, 2024 · During his career Dave Blanchard has led the editorial management of many of Endeavor Business Media's best-known brands, including IndustryWeek, EHS Today, Material Handling & Logistics, Logistics Today, Supply Chain Technology News, and Business Finance.He also serves as senior content director of the annual Safety Leadership Conference.With over 30 years of B2B media experience, Dave ...
Generative AI Will Shape the Future of Procurement
Nov 28, 2024 · Multimodality. Multimodality refers to the ability of GenAI to process and integrate multiple forms of data, such as text, images, and audio. This will make GenAI more intuitively consumable to users and enhance procurement's ability to gather and analyze diverse information sources, leading to more comprehensive insights and better-informed strategies.
Implications of Potential Port Strike: Updated - mhlnews.com
Oct 1, 2024 · Updated, Sept. 27, 2024: “Several ports have already scheduled planned shutdowns of all port operations ahead of the potential strike from the afternoon of September 30, including: Port of Houston, Port of New Orleans, Port of Norfolk and Port of Mobile," said Mirko Woitzik, global director of Intelligence for Everstream Analytic on September 27.
Supply Chain Executives are Getting Even More Concerned About AI
Nov 26, 2024 · Furthermore, almost three quarters (72%) of executives said their organization will put more effort into hiring personnel with generative AI experience or skills in 2025, as training existing staff is progressing slowly.
Intermodal Volume Up 9.8% in Q3 | Material Handling and Logistics
Oct 30, 2024 · As reported by the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) on October 29, total intermodal volume rose 9.8% year-over-year in the third quarter.
Q4: Logistics Industry Upbeat - Material Handling and Logistics
Aug 30, 2024 · The freight industry is cautiously optimistic about their revenue growth, according to the Q4 2024 BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index.. Alongside this optimism is an increasing awareness of potential risks within the market.
Economic Improvement Will Continue in 2025: ISM
Dec 18, 2024 · 60% of respondents expect revenues to be greater in 2025 than in 2024. Supply chain managers are optimistic about conditions in 2025. In the December 2024 ISM Supply Chain Planning Forecast, released on Dec. 16, 60% of respondents expect revenues to be greater in 2025 than in 2024.And 16 of the 18 manufacturing industries expect revenue improvement in …