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Here We Go Again – Why Supply Chain Visibility Is More Critical Than Ever

by Greg Buzek
on 5/25/22

While at the beginning of the pandemic we experienced severe shortages of some products due to panic buying and COVID shutdowns, this summer it is becoming even more critical for retailers to have supply chain visibility and know what is going to come in when. This was one of the […]
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Data Wednesday: Grocery’s Tech Transformation – Infographic

by Greg Buzek
on 4/13/22

Grocery is transforming at a rapid pace. This infographic discusses the why and the how.
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FedEx expands pilot of self-driving trucks FedEx expands pilot of self-driving trucks

The parcel delivery giant is adding a commercial lane in Texas in collaboration with autonomous technology developer Aurora Innovation Inc. to test Aurora’s autonomous driving technology within FedEx linehaul trucking operations that move cargo long-distance. Read Article ›

iPhone-to-iPhone Tap to Pay Launches at Apple Stores iPhone-to-iPhone Tap to Pay Launches at Apple Stores

Apple will begin rolling out its new Tap to Pay feature for the public. The feature was unveiled in February and lets iPhones that were compatible take payments through Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit, or other digital wallets. Read Article ›

Walmart Ups Drone Delivery Comp With Amazon, Expands Program to 6 States Walmart Ups Drone Delivery Comp With Amazon, Expands Program [...]

Ask a Walmart executive, “What’s up?” these days and chances are they’ll say “drones.” Read Article ›

Here We Go Again – Why Supply Chain Visibility Is More Critical Than Ever Here We Go Again – Why Supply Chain Visibility Is More [...]

The good news? In October of 2021, there were over 140 ships that were docked off the coast of the ports of LA/Long Beach. As of May 25th, there are now only 7 ships off the coast waiting for port. Great progress. Similar progress has been made at ports all over the world. The bad news? Read Article ›

Aptos Engage 2022: Up-Close And In-Person Aptos Engage 2022: Up-Close And In-Person

It’s been a long two+ years since most user conferences went “virtual” as a result of the pandemic, but as we all slowly emerge from the global health crisis solutions providers and their clients are starting to meet again in the flesh. And let’s be honest: even the best virtual conference [...] Read Article ›

Stokke Expands Partnership with RELEX, Adds Sales and Operations Planning Stokke Expands Partnership with RELEX, Adds Sales and [...]

Stokke, a Norwegian manufacturer and distributor of high-quality, best-in-class children’s products, equipment, and accessories, has expanded their partnership with RELEX Solutions. Read Article ›

Alltown Fresh Installs 'Resilient Service Station' at Massachusetts Store Alltown Fresh Installs 'Resilient Service Station' at [...]

The Alltown Fresh convenience store in Ayer will be prepared in the event of a power outage thanks to a new microgrid installed at the location. Read Article ›

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