Rising shipping costs, cumbersome processes and the growing demand for seamless service highlight the urgency for businesses to rethink their approach to last-mile delivery.

In the last few years, the growing sophistication of artificial intelligence has brought unprecedented levels of precision, efficiency and innovation to supply chain management.

Mark McCleary, chief technology officer with Lucas Systems, discusses the push for greener operations in the warehouse, particularly in the area of packaging.

Mark Holmes, senior advisor for supply chain with InterSystems, lays out the challenges that manufacturers face in optimizing their repackaging processes, and proposes some solutions for addressing those hurdles.

It's hard to predict what a warehouse will look like in ten years. But there are several key considerations that can help guide you toward a successful floor design

The package mix in parcel shipping is getting more varied and complex — a positive trend in the long run, but one that presents challenges to carriers in the short term, says Nick Herbon, regional sales manager with EuroSort.

As the need for better and more efficient ways to dispose of waste grows, so does the expense and resources needed to deal with it. Recycling alone is insufficient to manage packaging waste effectively.

The new program includes incentives for Amazon vendors that are able to cut down on extra layers of packaging they use for shipments.

Through the new offering, companies will be able to ship parcels from coast-to-coast in the U.S. in as little as two to five business days. 

As consumers demand more sustainable practices, and governments increase regulations, businesses must promote environmental responsibility, and change how they operate.