Technology has had a significant impact on the way supply chains operate and function. From small businesses to large enterprises, the use of technology has proven to be a vital tool in improving supply chain efficiency and effectiveness. This article will explore the role of technology in five key areas of the supply chain.

Of the many lessons learned in the pandemic, one that continues to play out in real time is the ongoing disruptions to our national supply chains. The initial impacts of Covid rocked operations for many companies globally as they struggled to staff personnel and safely manage facilities. But nearly three years in, the inherent gaps in how our supply chains operate have been revealed, as well as the consequences of potential breakdowns as they occur.

 The logistics and supply chain industry is fast embracing technology in its quest to keep up with the trends in the digital age. With the fast pace of technology, businesses must move with speed to advance and become competitive. Technologies like machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, supply chain integration and the internet of things (IoT) are proving useful in this quest because they will ensure you lead the race. Here are some logistics trends you need to watch this year.

The supply chain is undoubtedly one of the most crucial parts of any business. For this reason, most executives believe that getting the supply chain right will translate to better supply chain costs. This is not an easy task considering the supply chain is a series of discrete siloed steps that are taken through marketing, development, manufacturing and distribution of a product to the hands of a customer. However, with digitization, the siloes are broken. The chain becomes an integrated, transparent ecosystem for each player, from raw material suppliers, components suppliers and transporters of finished products to the customers who demand fulfillment.