I am excited. For years, I tried to figure out how cloud companies could embed a social mission or cause into the core of its function. I finally found an answer.
In the past, we’ve discussed how drones and RFID technology are set to impact the logistics industry. These technologies, along with Amazon Robotics (previously Kiva Systems), would have been considered speculative science fiction less than decade ago. These technologies are either only a few years from revolutionizing the supply chain landscape, or have already begun transforming it
One of the most popular downloads from the C.H. Robinson website in 2015 was the Do “Favored Shippers” Really Receive Better Pricing and Service? white paper that was based on research conducted by Iowa State University in conjunction with C.H. Robinson.
Supply chain management is more data-driven than ever, and while we should be excited about the technological advances that are changing the function, let’s not lose sight of the critical role that relationship building plays in the profession’s success
Hugh Williams, MD of Hughenden Consulting will be chairing this year’s Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum (Venlo, October 14-16). He has some words to share, as the excitement for the event builds.