AI exhibits human-like bargaining behaviour
13 May 2026A study analysed the role of AI in supply chain negotiation processes. Large corporations can leverage AI to gain efficiency, while start-ups can save time and compensate for limited expertise.
Logistics articles
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Perceived scarcity and its effect on online demand
27 Apr 2026This study examines how inventory control policies and their configuration affect the demand of e-commerce retailers. In it, researchers Sebastian Schiffels and Christian Jost analyse the effects of stockout-induced scarcity.
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Interview with Benoît Stanislas, Supply Chain Project Manager at Manitou Group
06 Apr 2026Benoît Stanislas is a Supply Chain Project Manager at Manitou Group, a market leader in material handling and lifting equipment. Stanislas explains how the Shuttle System, pick stations and Easy WMS enable faster, more efficient order processing.
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Companies plan to automate front-office processes using AI
25 Mar 2026According to KPMG, 57% of organisations with high digital maturity see it as a priority for their employees to gain expertise in AI and machine learning. The goal is to automate front-office processes and offer more personalised service.
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AI in business operations yields a 1.7x ROI
16 Mar 2026A Capgemini survey found that companies using AI across their business operations have achieved an average ROI of 1.7x. Organisations are cutting costs by 26–31% thanks to AI’s wide range of applications.
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Delivery times of just hours will boost warehouse automation
05 Mar 2026The rise of e-commerce will significantly influence warehouse automation trends in the coming years. Consultancy Roland Berger projects that with an annual growth rate of 13%, the market could double in size by 2032.
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WarehouseGame Training: The gamified logistics learning platform
23 Feb 2026Researchers from Spain’s UNED, in collaboration with Mecalux, have developed an AI-based gamification platform prototype to train warehouse operators. In this virtual facility, future operators receive instructions on how to perform any warehouse operation in a risk-free setting.
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Is AI a no-brainer?
12 Feb 2026David de Cremer, Dunton Family Dean at Northeastern University’s D’Amore-McKim School of Business, is an AI project advisor at EY. In The AI-Savvy Leader, he offers advice and a guide to ensure AI implementation succeeds in all types of organisations.
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Collaborative sensing: Technology that could transform industry
28 Jan 2026Collaborative sensing ranks among the top 10 technologies poised to transform industry and society in the coming years, according to a World Economic Forum report. The study highlights emerging innovations, assessing their novelty, impact and transformative potential.
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The logistics behind the construction of Barcelona’s Sagrada Família
14 Jan 2026The Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s masterpiece in Barcelona, forges ahead thanks to unique logistics processes that combine tradition, innovation and faith. Logistics and technology advancements enable the building, conservation and restoration of this Modernist UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Flow consciousness and its effects on product returns
16 Dec 2025Sergio Barta, Raquel Gurrea and Carlos Flavián analyse how reaching the flow state during online shopping influences consumers. The results suggest that companies should consider all aspects of the flow state, as it has multiple advantages in addition to certain drawbacks.
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WES vs. WCS: Differences and applications
24 Nov 2025When integrating a robotics and automation suite with warehouse software, various control layers come into play to manage equipment. It is essential to understand their scope before choosing the best fit for a facility.
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Strategic perspective on automated warehouse systems in retail
19 Nov 2025Joakim Hans Kembro and Andreas Norrman study the relationship between warehouse automation and the strategies of companies with an international footprint. The modern retail warehouse is becoming an increasingly important asset. As such, it must align with corporate objectives.
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Interview with Chirag Shah (University of Washington) on AI agents
12 Nov 2025Interview with Chirag Shah, Professor at the University of Washington, on AI agents and their impact on human–machine collaboration and business decision-making. According to Shah, AI agents will automate complex tasks and negotiate on behalf of companies, transforming supply chains and operations.
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Labels through the ages: From ivory to NFC
05 Nov 2025The invention of self-adhesive labels, along with the rise of supermarkets and big-box stores, cemented their role as essential identifiers. Today, labels are crucial for maximising space and improving logistics process efficiency through warehouse automation.
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Interview with Selene Silvestri, Research Scientist at MIT CTL
29 Oct 2025Selene Silvestri is a Research Scientist at MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics. As part of the collaboration between MIT and Mecalux, she works on improving distributed order management across multiple warehouses and stores.
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Infrastructure and technologies: Opportunities for logistics
27 Oct 2025Advisory and brokerage firm WTW surveyed 400 executives from five continents. Business leaders are prioritising investments in infrastructure and technology to decarbonise operations and mitigate risks.
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Manufacturing industry disruptions
22 Oct 2025Futurist theorist, author and storyteller Ian Khan argues that robotics and automation are essential pillars of Industry 4.0. In Undisrupted, Khan provides organisations with strategies to thrive in an uncertain future where technology will take centre stage.
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AI agents: 82% of companies plan to integrate them
20 Oct 2025An AI agent is a software application that interacts with its environment, gathers data and uses it autonomously. Capgemini argues that companies should prepare to deploy AI agents, as this technology will soon be available in multiple business functions.
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Intelligent retail: Driving value with AI
13 Oct 2025Consultancy KPMG advises retailers to devote time to developing a strategic perspective on AI. The industry is starting to roll out applications aimed at boosting brand image, supporting product development and enriching the shopping experience.