Robotic Assistance Devices Mobile is looking to bring to market a 700-pound autonomous robot for logistics and last-mile delivery operations.
Vantiq is joining forces with IBM, Infosys and others to create a low-code retail development platform designed to encourage innovation.
An IBM and NRF survey of consumers finds that hybrid shopping options are becoming the default preference for many.
Google-backed Nuro has released its third-generation delivery vehicle, simply called Nuro, and will partner with Kroger to roll it out in Houston.
Ricoh USA will provide technical and customer support for warehouse fulfillment robotics made by 6 River Systems.
The latest state of fulfillment report from Bringg finds retailers adapting to faster delivery and fulfillment demands, but many challenges continue to hamper efforts at meeting consumer demands.
Berkshire Grey has introduced software that allows two of its popular sorting and picking products to efficiently switch to reverse logistics operations when needed.
Walmart InHome customers in Florida will get first access to HomeValet’s Smart Box, a lockable, temperature-controlled porch box.
Premium experiences, mobile access and fast delivery are among the keys to driving e-commerce sales, two new surveys find.
Estonia-based Bolt offers a platform similar to Uber’s, with a ride-hailing business and food and grocery delivery services.
While Amazon is the 800-pound retail gorilla, most retailers are focused on more immediate concerns, such as meeting fulfillment and delivery demands.
Warehouse executives see great potential with AI, but most feel it is being underutilized due to a lack of understanding.
A new report predicts that the adoption of drones and self-driving delivery vehicles will accelerate in the years ahead, creating a $4.9 billion market by 2030.
Uber has announced it will no longer deliver from restaurants in Brazil through its Eats platform, focusing instead on growing its grocery and retail delivery businesses.
BrightDrop announced FedEx has ordered 2,000 additional electric vans and is in discussions for up to 20,000 more. Walmart also has placed an order for EVs, planning to add 5,000 to its home delivery fleet.
New last-mile delivery vehicles and electric platforms from Udelv, Ree Automotive and Lightning eMotors have been announced in recent days.
Walmart plans to rapidly expand its InHome Delivery service, hiring 3,000 drivers to handle deliveries.
Real estate firm CBRE is the latest global leader to invest in logistics real estate with its nearly $5 billion acquisition of 28 million square feet of assets.
Supply chain disruptions will not disappear in 2022, so e-commerce businesses need to consider how they will navigate a new normal.
As COVID ravaged the economy, the gig economy boomed. Responding to the need, gig workers stepped up to ensure groceries were delivered and e-commerce orders arrived on time.
