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With analysis of KPI’s collected within big data now well understood to be a source of competitive advantage, companies are beginning to wonder what else might be hidden in their vast stockpiles of bits and bytes. Hence the dawning of awareness about “dark data.” Get up to speed on the risks and rewards associated with what Data Science Central calls “the billion dollar opportunity.”
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ProMat 2019 is where manufacturing and supply chain innovation comes to life, in person and in action. View the new video on this event.
When your distribution center needs a new rack system, buying is only the first step of the process. Proper installation at the start and continuing regular inspections are key for maintaining workplace safety and getting the best use out of your rack.
MHI recently announced the dates for MODEX 2020. MODEX 2020 will be held March 9-12 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center. 
   
J-tec Industries
      
FOX IV Technologies, Inc.
   
Technology and Innovation
  
New breakthroughs in supply chain research have included the development of a system for automation that can operate without a costly software installation.
MHI has partnered with the College-Industry Council on Material Handling Education (CICMHE) to re-release a white paper titled "Blockchain and Supply Chain Management."
When the material handling and logistics industry’s premier event, ProMat 2019, opens on April 8 it will include over 950 exhibits from leading solution providers and a comprehensive Educational Conference focusing on what's next in best-in-class solutions for manufacturing and supply chain operations. ProMat is the best opportunity in 2019 to network, learn and see cutting-edge equipment and technology in action.
As a voluntary program for manufacturers of industrial steel storage racks and of welded wire rack decking, RMI’s R-Mark Certification helps to assure storage rack users that they have selected a product designed, engineered and made by a reputable supplier.
The Automatic Guided Vehicle Systems (AGVS) Industry Group of MHI announced a newly released infographic on AGVS technology. The infographic serves to inform readers quickly and easily key facts about automatic guided vehicle systems, including industry size, benefits and types of AGV solutions.
The Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) Industry Group of MHI announced a newly released informational video on AS/RS systems. The video is an easy way to inform viewers of the different types of automated storage and retrieval solutions available and the different benefits to utilizing each type.
Education & Professional Development
  
Penn State holds on to its number one ranking, with University of Michigan moving to number two, bumping University of Tennessee to third place.
MHI and MHEDA invite you to unleash your power and begin your journey to personal and professional success at the 2nd Annual Women in Supply Chain Conference.
   
Berner International Corporation
      
Lean Factory America, LLC
   
Supply Chain Trends
  
Supply chain operations are starting to see the real benefits of augmenting their workforce with autonomous mobile robots.
When you hear that companies have suffered a cyber-related data or monetary loss, your immediate reaction may be to assume that the culprits were automated bots fielded by foreign hackers or software security systems that failed to perform effectively. However, company employees, contractors and third-party suppliers often bear responsibility for cyberthefts, whether they’ve acted maliciously or inadvertently.
   
L-S Industries
      
HMS Industrial Networks