Logistics stories - Page 3

Gary Winter from Parcel Pending predicts a surge in out-of-home delivery solutions by 2025, driven by rising demand and evolving consumer preferences.

With inflation rising, 54% of British consumers plan to take advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday for their average Christmas budget of GBP £352.

Red tape and exporters' fears of mistakes are damaging UK's clothing and footwear shipments to the EU, dropping by 18% post-Brexit.

Australian SMEs are urged to prepare for cash flow challenges this holiday season, with concerns over profitability in retail and logistics sectors.

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have unveiled a matrix-folding method that enhances the scalability of Ising machines, boosting optimisation efficiency.

FedEx readies for a festive surge in Asia Pacific, utilising tech solutions and a workforce of 28,000 to ensure seamless deliveries during peak shopping.

FedEx has expanded its Life Science Center in Korea by nearly tripling its size to enhance healthcare logistics across the Asia Pacific region.

Research shows that one in three shoppers is expected to return Black Friday and Cyber Monday purchases, leading to a surge on Returns Tuesday, 10th December.

ProGlove launches a flexible rental programme for its MARK smart scanners, aiding warehouse operators during the busy holiday season.

Wild Tech has appointed Matthew Rodgers as Head of Microsoft APAC, aiming to bolster its presence across Southeast Asia and Australia-New Zealand.

Isis Central Sugar Milling Cooperative in Queensland enhances operational efficiency by implementing Motorola's Wave PTX technology for improved communication.

SOTI's research reveals that by 2025, Australian eCommerce will be shaped by demands for quicker service, stringent data protection, and enhanced transparency.

Diliko has unveiled its Agentic AI platform to automate data management for mid-sized enterprises, aiming to enhance efficiency in sectors like healthcare and finance.

Toqio has ventured into the logistics sector by partnering with global e-commerce firm DSA, aiming to leverage financial solutions for growth.

The Wireless Broadband Alliance introduces its new 'OpenRoaming for IoT - FIDO Device Onboarding Framework', simplifying secure onboarding for IoT devices.

As the holiday season approaches, retailers face new challenges in adapting strategies amidst inflation and changing consumer behaviour, aiming for peak performance.

FedEx's recent survey reveals strong optimism in the Asia Pacific for holiday sales, with 70% of SMEs predicting sales growth, driven by e-commerce.

Research from Netradyne reveals 81% of supply chain professionals plan to adopt AI technologies for fleet safety within the year, despite limited current usage.

A new Indeed analysis reveals that 11.6% of Australian job postings prioritise basic digital skills, overshadowing AI expertise at just 2.2%.

Brisbane entrepreneur Alexa Stathakis has leveraged AI to rapidly scale her healthy drinks brand, securing over 1,000 school orders in just a week.