PERSPECTIVE
A PEEK INTO
2021 was full of immense opportunities for supply chain companies and specially tech startups in this highly dynamic space. While the year saw many logistics startups turning unicorns, it was also the year of innovation in abundance in not only fighting the COVID-19 nightmare but also keeping this industry well-updated with the global trends. With high hopes and aspirations in thoughts and strategies, supply chain technology companies shower their predictions for the year 2022.
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UTOMATION in warehouses will remain a top priority for supply chain operators, particularly as personnel/staffing will continue to be a challenge in 2022. As raw materials start to freely flow through the supply chain, it will be critically important that 3PL companies adopt automation solutions that reduce onboarding time and bring task workers to a state of peak performance quickly. Warehouse automation comes in many forms, including artificial intelligence, machines, cobots and robots that assist workers with processes related to inventory planning, asset tracking, order fulfillment and more. In short, supply chain automation can save a company time and money, while helping warehouse operators improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. I expect we’ll see this technology take warehouse operations to a whole new level in 2022, as automation tools can help fill the worker shortage gap, secure the supply chain and future proof businesses in the
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IIoT APPLICATIONS WILL ENABLE ORGANIZATIONS TO FURTHER MODERNIZE THEIR SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS Today, many organizations lack visibility into where their products or components to build products are located. In 2022, more organizations will turn to IIoT solutions to achieve real-time intelligence into the location of shipment and health of their equipment, enabling them to achieve operational excellence as well as proactively detect and auto-remediate vulnerabilities. Companies across industrial verticals, including transportation and logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, healthcare, and retail, will further automate their workflows and transform their environments through innovative IIoT applications. IIoT will accelerate supply chain digital transformation with driving
Brandon Black, VP & GM, Ivanti Supply Chain
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