Ai In Supply Chain

Sivers’ $1.2B pipeline has photonics and RF programs slated for 2027 production

Sivers is shifting from NRE work to product ramps. The signal for operators: lock in packaging, test, and supply now.

Critical minerals money is arriving just as the iron ore that feeds it goes on strike

Critical minerals funding, an iron ore strike, and a cooling U.S. jobs market are hitting procurement and supply-chain teams at the same time.

AI is reshaping retail operations faster than most e-commerce teams are ready for

From supply chain compliance to last-mile delivery, AI tools are moving from pilot to production across retail ops in 2026.

AI infrastructure spending is splitting the enterprise tech sector into clear winners and laggards

Samsung chip profit up 250-fold, Hon Hai sales up 54%, Palantir called its results "otherworldly." The AI buildout is rewarding supply-chain depth and penalizin

Agentic AI is rewriting the rules of B2B sourcing, and Alibaba's Accio is the latest proof

Alibaba's Accio platform adds autonomous sourcing agents as B2B ecommerce accelerates, with new players like Sazo bringing agentic AI to cross-border trade infr

B2B ecommerce is posting real numbers, and operators are taking notice

MSC Industrial's Q3 sales crossed $1 billion, with ecommerce leading the way. Here's what the data means for procurement and ops teams.

Extreme Networks Reports Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

Revenue up 11% and SaaS ARR Growth Accelerates to 29% YoY on Extreme Platform ONE Growth; Secured Forward Supply Chain to Meet Demand and Stabilize Gross Margins

Coupa and UPS Showcase AI-Driven Innovation at Topgolf Atlanta Customer Event

Coupa’s Topgolf Atlanta Customer Event blended business insight with camaraderie, showing how professional gatherings can be both productive and fun. With UPS sharing its experience on Coupa’s AI-native platform, attendees gained a firsthand look at how technology is shaping supply chain innovation. But beyond the technical discussions, the event’s true value lay in the human…

From Procurement to AI: Coupa’s London Stop Charts the Future of Business Agility

Coupa’s London World Tour stop highlighted how digital transformation is reshaping the intersection of procurement, finance, AI, and supply chain management. In an era where disruption is constant, the ability to integrate intelligence and agility across these domains is becoming a defining advantage for global enterprises. By fostering dialogue among industry leaders in an intimate…

Supply Chain Control Gives AMAG a Competitive Edge and Keeps Customers Ahead

At AMAG Technology, being customer-obsessed goes beyond a mindset—it’s built into every part of the operation. One of the company’s greatest strengths lies in its ability to manufacture its own products, offering a level of supply chain control that few competitors can match. Allan Price, Head of Global Supply Chain at AMAG, emphasizes how this…

AMAG Builds Customer Trust with End-to-End Supply Chain Ownership

In a world where global supply chains are often fragile and reactive, AMAG Technology is taking a bold stance with a proactive, end-to-end approach. Total supply chain ownership—controlling everything from component sourcing to final product delivery—isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a lifeline in a volatile global market. With disruptions ranging from geopolitical tensions to…

Starting Small: How to Scale an Operation with Robotics

As supply chain disruptions and rising labor costs challenge the logistics sector, automation is increasingly viewed as a solution to stay competitive. Robotics, in particular, offers opportunities to enhance efficiency, but many companies hesitate due to concerns about upfront costs and scalability. According to the International Federation of Robotics, global robot installations were expected…

Modular Robotic Systems & Greener Logistics Solutions: Unlocking the Future of Automation with Hy-Tek

The world of automation is evolving at breakneck speed, and 2025 promises to bring some of the most innovative trends yet. From interconnected software ecosystems to advanced robotics and sustainable operations, the stakes are high for companies seeking to stay ahead of the curve in the future of automation. A study shows that the…

Santa Claus Embraces Digital Transformation with Premio’s Rugged Edge Computing Solutions

Los Angeles, CA — December 18, 2024 Premio Inc., a global leader in rugged edge computing solutions, is thrilled to announce its pivotal role in the digital transformation of one of the world’s most iconic and demanding operations—Santa’s North Pole workshop. In a festive and educational holiday edition of the Rugged Edge Survival Guide, Premio’s…

Beyond Cargo: Protecting Drivers, Assets, and the Bottom Line with AI

In the first half of 2024, cargo theft in the United States surged by 49% compared to the same period in 2023, with an average loss per incident of $115,23, according to an August 2024 report by Overhaul. Freight hubs and urban centers like California and Texas remain hot spots, exposing long-standing gaps in supply…

Automation in Action: Robotic Pallet Movers are Enhancing Efficiency and Transforming the Modern Warehouse

The world of logistics is undergoing a major transformation, all thanks to robotic picking and stacking tech. These robotic pallet movers automate the stacking of products, thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy in warehouses and distribution centers. As e-commerce continues to grow, the demand for quicker and more efficient operations is pushing the adoption of…

ELLKAY Unveils the Powerful LKOrbit: The One-Stop Solution for Lab Growth

ELLKAY’s latest innovation, the LKOrbit platform, addresses the pressing challenges faced by laboratories today. Built upon two decades of industry expertise, LKOrbit offers tailored solutions to combat issues like supply chain disruptions, declining reimbursement rates, data accuracy concerns, and staffing shortages. With its comprehensive features, LKOrbit aims to streamline operations, optimize reimbursements, and drive lab…

Unpacking Peak: How to Turn Your Current Operational Pains Into Future Gains

How can businesses transform the high demand and challenges of their peak seasons into opportunities for efficiency and growth in warehouse operations? In this episode of the Hai-er Automation podcast, presented by Hai Robotics and hosted by Michelle Dawn Mooney, Technical Sales Executives Jake Ethridge and Vince Donato explore the transformative potential of warehouse…

Supply Chain Mastery: Applied Digital’s Proactive Design Approach

Roland Davidson, EVP of Engineering at Applied Digital, highlights the company’s unique strategy in digital infrastructure design. By prioritizing available commodities during the construction phase and leveraging their extensive supplier network, Applied Digital ensures timely project completions. This approach allows them to efficiently source and integrate both rare and new surplus equipment without compromising on…

Phononic + Stow Robotics Partnership Recap

Phononic, a pioneering company in solid-state cooling and heating solutions, has joined forces with Stow Robotics, an innovative provider of robotics and automation solutions, in a strategic partnership that merges their cutting-edge technologies. This collaboration showcases the power of combining Phononic’s advanced cooling systems with Stow’s state-of-the-art robotics to revolutionize the supply chain and logistics…

Digi-Key: Fueling Innovation, Electrifying the World

Founded and headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Digi-Key Electronics is the recognized leader and innovator in the high service distribution of electronic components and automation products worldwide.  Digi-Key offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components in stock and available for immediate shipment and has experienced an impressive growth trajectory over the last several…

Remote Access Solutions for Industrial IoT

Industry 4.0 is more than a buzzword; it’s a solution that can resolve supply chain issues. A secure IIOT (Industrial Internet of Things) framework connected to an IoT (Internet of Things) framework already on a company’s network can improve business outcomes with the right solutions.  This week on the Lion’s Den, a podcast by Red…

CHIPS Act Will Bring A Wave of R&D to Semiconductor Manufacturing

The U.S.’ tech supply chain is getting a strategic helping hand from Congress, as the CHIPS ACT (Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors) has passed both the House and Senate, 243-187 and 64-33, respectively. Designed primarily to boost semiconductor manufacturing in a bid to compete with China’s strength in the sector while also addressing the…

Robotic Automation in American Manufacturing: Its Rise, Impact, and Value in the American Manufacturing Renaissance

Attention-grabbing headlines and political stump speeches keep indicating that America no longer makes anything. That’s actually not the case at all. Despite lots of transitions and evolutions in American manufacturing, the U.S. is still the number two manufacturer in the world in terms of output, second only to China. The industry is now seeing steady…

How Established Businesses are Utilizing Blockchain for Process Improvements

Blockchain technology, once used popularly for cryptocurrencies, is a secure, decentralized ledger growing in use and design across a multitude of different industries and for various purposes. John T. Seigfreid, Corporate Development and Strategy Senior Manager at SkyGrid, explains how established companies are beginning to use blockchain technology to improve what they do. Thinking about…

A Year in Review with Weston LaBar

“The supply chain is an ecosystem, only as strong as its weakest link. Solutions need to benefit everyone, and that’s where technology and data come into play.” The supply chain story of 2021 was, unfortunately, a sequel to 2020. The weaknesses linger, but the future can be different by applying data and modernizing the framework….

Careers on the Move: Building Supply Chain Policy

“What I enjoy is bringing folks together to work collaboratively on solutions, including our members and partners like Cargomatic.” While the supply chain is featured daily in the media now, it’s not something most people thought about before. That’s not the case for the latest guest on Careers on the Move. Jon Gold, Vice President of…

Machine Learning is the Panacea the Holiday Supply Chain Needs

With the holidays officially in full swing and consumers locking in their last-minute shopping needs, the dreaded continuous disruption of the global supply chain comes into acute focus. The impact has been severe, to put it lightly. Gap, for example, reported a loss of $300 million in sales going into November 2021, blaming COVID-related factory…

Wing’s New Walgreens Partnership Means Drone Delivery is Finally Taking Off

In recent years, drones have flexed their usefulness for a multitude of purposes, from surveying in the construction industry, to risk assessment in telecommunications, to most recently, drone deliveries. This growth is bearing out in the numbers, too; commercial drone sales, since 2016, have experienced more than 900% growth, with projections placing sales in the…

How Robotics Companies Are Evolving to Meet the Needs of the Modern Workforce

The topic of automation and robotics comes with equal part excitement, concern and question. Robots are efficient, reliable and inexpensive, but what would widespread implementation mean for manufacturing jobs? David Clear, Vice President of Business Development for Vecna Robotics has helped businesses implement automated solutions and has seen the evolution of these systems over…