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John Deere is not only a manufacturer of large agricultural machinery, but also one of the pioneers in the field of smart farming. We explain how drones, data and sensors are shaping the agricultural sector of tomorrow. Agriculture is one...

Learning to manage increasingly complex systems and avoid disruptions is only possible with clear visibility on every piece of the business.  Conditions are changing faster than ever for global energy distribution providers. Utilities, in particular, must maintain reliability, avoid disruptions,...

A team of scientists have developed a novel artificial neuron based on the framework of human neurons, potentially advancing machine learning capabilities. Created by researchers at the University of Liège – the Bistable Recurrent Cell (BRC) – provides a monumental...

Like all other elements in the enterprise, the warehouse management stack is becoming increasingly automated and more intelligent by the day. Despite this, the technology is not only focused on the warehouse floor and the needs of an expanding robotics...

Leading consultants weigh in on the future global technology trends that will define the advancement of supply chains in 2022. Experiencing no shortage of shocks to supply chains, most disruptions outside of COVID-19 and the global financial crisis have been...

Technology in all sectors of the economy is progressing at a rapid pace. To keep up, warehouses need to be equipped with the technologies that allow them to keep up with manufacture, production, and consumer demand. A smart warehouse is...

With an increased focus on sustainability goals, SCM has a key role to play in Renewable Energy Procurement. Corporations worldwide have been purchasing renewable energy at a record pace in recent years, pushing wind, hydroelectric, and solar energy past nuclear and coal...

When it comes to category management, an important part of understanding which store brands are popular with consumers at any given time is the ability to gather and analyze data — not always an easy feat given all the barriers...

Traditionally, when we think about the cost of a product, we’re thinking mainly in financial terms: what’s the monetary cost of this item? But this isn’t the only form of cost. Increasingly, a new measure that’s taking on more importance...

Dark manufacturing, also referred to as lights-out manufacturing, is a manufacturing philosophy without human intervention in the complete manufacturing process. What is Dark Manufacturing? With advances in industrial automation, the complete manufacturing process can be automated. Delivering raw materials, manufacturing,...