The Ten Most Innovative Supply Chains of 2014

Dec. 14, 2014

It's that time of year again, when we take a look back at the most innovative, real-world applications of supply chain technology and processes. From 3-D printing, to a location-based inventory system, to shifting transportation routes, to omni-channel strategies within the warehouse, we offer up 10 examples of best-in-class supply chain management.

In this slideshow, you'll find award winners and runners-up in the categories of Make, Store, Move and Compete, from such industries as aerospace & defense, apparel, food & beverage, retail, HVAC, high-tech and transportation.

See the top 10 supply chain innovations at Material Handling & Logistics.

About the Author

Dave Blanchard | Senior Director of Content

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During his career Dave Blanchard has led the editorial management of many of Endeavor Business Media's best-known brands, including IndustryWeekEHS Today, Material Handling & LogisticsLogistics Today, Supply Chain Technology News, and Business Finance. He also serves as senior content director of the annual Safety Leadership Conference. With over 30 years of B2B media experience, Dave literally wrote the book on supply chain management, Supply Chain Management Best Practices (John Wiley & Sons, 2010), which has been translated into several languages and is currently in its second edition. He is a frequent speaker and moderator at major trade shows and conferences, and has won numerous awards for writing and editing. He is a voting member of the jury of the Logistics Hall of Fame, and is a graduate of Northern Illinois University.

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