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India Needs to Invest $10 Billion in Battery Cells for EV Demand

Cleaning up transport will help the world’s third-biggest emitter of greenhouse gases meet its target of becoming net carbon zero by 2070.

A lithium-ion automotive battery pack sits on a chassis. Photo: Bloomberg.

Micro-Warehouse Provider Pivots as Retail Consumer Market Shifts

Fabric, which operates small, automated distribution centers in densely-populated areas, is cutting its workforce and shifting its business strategy as grocers and retailers look instead to add automated operations inside stores.

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The Next Stop in the Multi-Decade Digitization of Procurement

Procurement orchestration plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and successful acquisition of products and services. But very little of the past few years could be called efficient and successful.

Are Your Business Connections Making You ESG-Unfriendly?

Consumers worldwide will buy or boycott a brand solely based on its level of compliance with environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) requirements.

Maiden Flight for DHL’s First-Ever Fully Electric Plane

"Alice" lifted off Sept. 27 at 7:10 am local time from Grant County International Airport (MWH), flying for a total of eight minutes and reaching an altitude of 3,500 feet.

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U.S. Goods-Trade Gap Narrows to Smallest Since October 2021

The shortfall shrank 3.2% to $87.3 billion last month, Commerce Department data showed Sept. 28, suggesting a tailwind for economic growth in the third quarter.

Port of Los Angeles. Photo: Bloomberg

A Thoroughly Flexible Attitude in the Warehouse Will Attract and Retain Workers

Flexibility in the workforce isn't going away; it’s where the trends are headed. Warehouse managers need to pay heed.

Warehouse employees at work. Photo: Getty.

Bosses Can Beat the Tight Labor Market by Tearing the Paper Ceiling

Over 70 million workers in the U.S. have developed skills through military service, or by attending community college or other training programs, disproportionately people of color, veterans or from rural areas.

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Walmart is Making Its First Move into the Metaverse with Virtual Worlds on Roblox

The retailer will unveil two immersive experiences on Roblox Corp.’s virtual platform. Walmart Land will feature fashion, beauty and entertainment items, while Walmart’s Universe of Play will showcase toys, the company announced.

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Logistics Teams Need to Rethink Contract Models in an Unpredictable Economy

Businesses need to rethink how they renegotiate contracts — on an as-needed basis rather than a time-based schedule — to optimize deals for both sides.

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The Unstoppable Digitization of Global Logistics

Changes brought on by COVID-19, resource shortages and heightened demand for goods have all increased awareness about the value of global logistics digitization, and accelerated its impact.

Government Gambling with the U.K. Economy, Says Asda Chairman

"They have put the entire U.K. economy on the 3:30 at Epsom," said Sir Stuart Rose . "If it comes in, people will cheer but if it doesn't, people will be in a very difficult position indeed."

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How a Leading U.S. Floral Distribution Company Reduced Warehouse Labor Costs by 45% with RFID

Recycled Tagging Fasteners: Small Changes Make a Big Impact

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Enhancing High-Value Electronics Shipment Security with Tive's Real-Time Tracking

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