For the last 12 years, MHI and Deloitte have taken the pulse of the industry to gain insights into what is keeping manufacturing and supply chain professionals up at night — what trends and technology are shaping the future of their operations and what is the impact on their workforce. We invite you to take a few minutes to share your perspective by taking this important survey now.
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What if you and your team could take a look at the latest supply chain innovations, learn about the latest trends, and engage and build your professional network – all over one week at one location? ProMat 2025 is that gathering – where the entire industry comes together to collaborate and engage with the most important people in manufacturing and supply chain.
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With the release of the last two learning courses, the WERC Distribution Logistics Education Program is complete and available for warehousing and DC teams. This program is structured as six stackable, self-paced courses, each focused on a different aspect of these facilities. Starting with the fundamentals, your team can then gain essential skills when it comes to equipment, safety, operations, metrics and labor management.
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MHI recently celebrated individuals who are making significant contributions to the supply chain industry. Kaushal Shah was named the Outstanding YPN Mentor award and Bethany Patterson was named the YPN Outstanding Young Professional Award. The Material Handling Education Foundation (MHEFI) also awarded Jim Crews with the MHEFI Exceptional Contribution Award.
ShowPro Live, an MHI Show & Marketing Professionals Conference, brought together supply chain professionals to explore the latest industry-specific strategies for impactful marketing. A highlight of the conference was the presentation of the 2024 Outstanding Marketer award, given by MHI’s Marketing Professionals Community (Mpro). This year’s recipient was Allison Myers, Director of Marketing and Communication for Fives.
The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) proudly announces $80,253 was raised during its annual fundraiser at the MHI Annual Conference. These funds will enable MHEFI to provide scholarships to students and educators pursuing material handling and supply chain fields, helping to build a skilled workforce for this vital industry.
Leveraging the power of AI is a big topic right now, often one of the top five things to do according to many surveys of supply chain leaders. Before exploring adoption of AI, evaluate the quality of data in the existing ERP and ensure that it accurately reflects the reality of the business.
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With ever-increasing demands for storage, many warehouses are reaching capacity limits within their existing footprints. Expanding or relocating can be cost-prohibitive and disruptive, pushing facilities to explore ways to maximize available space without increasing square footage.
The opportunity to see the newest equipment and technologies up close and in person from over 1,100 exhibitors makes ProMat the most important event in this industry in 2025. Another key benefit of attending is the free educational conference opportunities with five keynotes and over 200 educational sessions. ProMat’s keynotes will cover topics including leadership, the importance of data, the opportunities offered by AI and emerging tech, and the impact of this shift on the industry workforce.
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Chief sustainability officers are concerned about meeting upcoming targets, which complied with SBTi’s new net-zero standard require a full accounting of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, defined as all indirect emissions from sources throughout a company’s value chain. There is a lot of handwringing on this topic and lack of clarity on how suppliers could be influenced to help.
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Every year, MHI’s Annual Industry Report queries supply chain leaders on a multitude of topics surrounding their adoption and deployment of innovative technologies—including automation. The lack of a clear business case is among the biggest barriers to implementing automation. MHI Solutions has assembled a guide to help supply chain leaders outline and define a business case for automation in their operations.
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The challenges faced by today’s warehouses mean that modernization is a top priority to ensure survival in a competitive and dynamic environment. The biggest focus is reducing unnecessary tasks and giving workers the technology and tools they need to make their jobs easier.
Traditionally, cold storage facilities relied on manual labor for tasks like picking, packing and inventory management. While effective to an extent, manual labor in such settings is also often characterized by inefficiencies, increased costs and human error. However, the rise of automation has led to more streamlined and optimized operations.
In the fast-paced world of logistics, operational efficiency is no longer a luxury—it is a necessity. As warehouses and distribution centers oversee increasingly complex demands, the need for scalable, reliable, and intelligent solutions is more crucial than ever. This is where advanced Warehouse Execution Systems are designed to meet the evolving needs of modern facilities.
Rack safety often takes a backseat in budget discussions in warehouse management. However, neglecting it can lead to significant risks, from accidents to operational disruptions. Investing in rack safety goes beyond compliance — it’s about protecting your employees, enhancing operational efficiency, saving costs, and ensuring long-term success.
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