Supply Chain Management

QAD’s Stephen Dombroski Wins 2024 'Pros to Know' Lifetime Achievement Award

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Friday, March 8, 2024

The Lifetime Achievement category recognizes seasoned executives who have made outstanding contributions to the supply chain and whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage the supply chain for competitive advantage.

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  • The Lifetime Achievement category recognizes seasoned executives who have made outstanding contributions to the supply chain and whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage the supply chain for competitive advantage.
  • Dombroski interacts with all areas of QAD and is a liaison between the company’s Food and Beverage and Consumer Package Goods (CPG) industries.
  • “New this year, we broke the award down into four distinct categories: Top Warehousing Stars; Top Procurement Stars; Rising Stars; and Lifetime Achievement.
  • A full listing of the 2024 Pros to Know Award winners can be found here .

FANUC America Demonstrates New PLC/CNC Motion Controller at MODEX 2024

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Global automation leader FANUC America Corporation will unveil its latest combined PLC/CNC motion controller Power Motion i-MODEL A Plus (PMi-A Plus) at MODEX 2024 in Atlanta, Ga., booth B-4026.

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  • Global automation leader FANUC America Corporation will unveil its latest combined PLC/CNC motion controller Power Motion i-MODEL A Plus (PMi-A Plus) at MODEX 2024 in Atlanta, Ga., booth B-4026.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240308776463/en/
    FANUC’s Power Motion i-Model A Plus (PMi-A Plus) controls complex motion applications powered by FANUC’s reliable and high-performing CNC and servo technology.
  • Up to four FANUC cobots or robots can be connected to one FANUC CNC through the platform, which can enable true lights-out production.
  • Because the PMi-A Plus is acting as the automated cell’s controller, no additional programmable logic controller is needed.

RFIDKNOW Unveils Innovative and Affordable FlexAntenna

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Technology pioneer RFIDKNOW has released its ground-breaking industrial RFID portal, designed to be scalable, robust and easy to deploy.

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  • Technology pioneer RFIDKNOW has released its ground-breaking industrial RFID portal, designed to be scalable, robust and easy to deploy.
  • The RFIDKNOW FlexAntenna completely transforms traditional RFID portal reading systems, by blending technology innovation with practicality.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240308535053/en/
    RFIDKNOW FlexAntenna Double Dock Door Portal (Photo: Business Wire)
    Demand for visibility into supply chains is driving the need for affordable, modular RFID reader portals in warehouses and distribution centers.
  • RMS Omega Technologies is excited to announce its partnership with RFIDKNOW as a solutions integration partner.”
    The FlexAntenna is manufactured in the USA and available at scale, today.

Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine Names Ranpak’s Bryan Boatner as Recipient of 2024 Pros to Know Award

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Friday, March 8, 2024

(“Ranpak”) (NYSE: PACK), a global leader of environmentally sustainable, paper-based packaging solutions for e-commerce and industrial supply chains, today announced Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, has named Bryan Boatner, Managing Director of Automation, as one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award.

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  • (“Ranpak”) (NYSE: PACK), a global leader of environmentally sustainable, paper-based packaging solutions for e-commerce and industrial supply chains, today announced Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, has named Bryan Boatner, Managing Director of Automation, as one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award.
  • “It is an honor to be named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s list of leaders transforming the fast-moving supply chain landscape.
  • This recognition is for the Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring company leaders who’ve made outstanding contributions to the supply chain space.
  • They've spent the last year (and more) creating safer, more efficient supply chains," says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

MercuryGate CEO Joe Juliano Wins Supply & Demand Chain Executive 2024 Pros to Know Award for Leadership

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Friday, March 8, 2024

MercuryGate® International, Inc ., (MercuryGate) the largest dedicated transportation and logistics management solutions provider, today announced CEO Joe Juliano has received a 2024 Pros to Know Lifetime Achievement Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine.

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  • MercuryGate® International, Inc ., (MercuryGate) the largest dedicated transportation and logistics management solutions provider, today announced CEO Joe Juliano has received a 2024 Pros to Know Lifetime Achievement Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine.
  • Award winners are selected by Supply & Demand Chain Executive editors and honor outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage.
  • "Many of today's supply chain pros are more than just leaders within their space; they're innovators, decision makers, pioneers of change and growth.
  • They have spent the last year (and more) creating safer, more efficient supply chains," says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

COTTI COFFEE Hits Milestone With 7,000 Stores Worldwide, Launches New Global Campaign in Celebration

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

On February 26th, COTTI COFFEE, the global sponsor of the Argentina National Football Teams, announced the launch of a new promotional campaign, in celebration of reaching 7,000 stores worldwide.

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  • On February 26th, COTTI COFFEE, the global sponsor of the Argentina National Football Teams, announced the launch of a new promotional campaign, in celebration of reaching 7,000 stores worldwide.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240308404903/en/
    COTTI COFFEE Hits Milestone With 7,000 Stores Worldwide, Launches New Global Campaign in Celebration (Photo: Business Wire)
    COTTI COFFEE officially embarked on its global expansion in 2023, covering markets in Southeast Asia, East Asia, North America, the Middle East, and Australia.
  • Cotti Coffee is committed to offering high-quality, cost-effective, and convenient coffee products, along with a youthful and chic brand experience.
  • The emergence of COTTI COFFEE as a major force in the coffee industry is underscored by its product excellence.

Mujin Unveils Innovations for Inbound and Outbound Automation at MODEX

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Mujin, a leader in robotics and automation technology, will showcase its unique robotic solutions for streamlining case flows for warehouses at MODEX 2024 next week.

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  • Mujin, a leader in robotics and automation technology, will showcase its unique robotic solutions for streamlining case flows for warehouses at MODEX 2024 next week.
  • “We’re here to show the big impact the latest innovations in robotics can have on warehouse operations,” said Josh Cloer, director of sales, Mujin.
  • Mujin's exhibit at MODEX will feature a comprehensive array of automation technologies aimed at addressing the challenges faced by today's logistics industry.
  • Attendees can see Mujin’s groundbreaking capabilities live at MODEX 2024, booth B6023 and learn how these technologies can transform logistics operations, from enhanced inbound processing to sophisticated outbound fulfillment

Three RXO Leaders Win Supply & Demand Chain Executive 2024 Pros to Know Award

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Friday, March 8, 2024

RXO (NYSE: RXO), a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, announced today that Lou Amo, Brian Dean and Alyssa Myers were named 2024 Pros to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

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  • RXO (NYSE: RXO), a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, announced today that Lou Amo, Brian Dean and Alyssa Myers were named 2024 Pros to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive.
  • The annual award recognizes top supply chain professionals who serve as an example for other leaders.
  • "Many of today's supply chain pros are more than just leaders within their space; they're innovators, decision makers, pioneers of change and growth.
  • They've spent the last year (and more) creating safer, more efficient supply chains," says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

Navis Food Partners Formed to Build Independent Foodservice Distribution Platform in the Northeast

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Navis Food Partners, a newly formed holding company focused on building a premier independent foodservice distribution platform in the Northeast, announced its official launch today.

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  • Navis Food Partners, a newly formed holding company focused on building a premier independent foodservice distribution platform in the Northeast, announced its official launch today.
  • With City Line Distributors as its foundational acquisition, Navis Food Partners aims to establish an industry-leading foodservice distribution platform serving independent customer channels across the region.
  • “We are thrilled to announce the formation of Navis Food Partners as the next stage of our partnership with the team at Frontenac,” said Robert Berkowitz the CEO of Navis Food Partners.
  • “Our vision is to create a best-in-class foodservice distribution platform that delivers exceptional service and value to our independent restaurant operators throughout the Northeast.

XCCommerce Teams with Retail Orphan Initiative to Present March Gladness at ShopTalk 2024

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Friday, March 8, 2024

On Sunday, March 17, XCCommerce will host Luck O’ the Brackets: NCAA Selection Sunday and St. Paddy’s Playtime, a limited entry event for retailers and partners attending ShopTalk 2024.

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  • On Sunday, March 17, XCCommerce will host Luck O’ the Brackets: NCAA Selection Sunday and St. Paddy’s Playtime, a limited entry event for retailers and partners attending ShopTalk 2024.
  • We are very honored to be partnering with RetailROI for the second year in a row,” said Danny Rosenoff, CEO of XCCommerce.
  • “We appreciate the XCCommerce team supporting March Gladness again this year,” said Greg Buzek, President and Secretary of RetailROI.
  • To see a platform demo or meet with our executives, book your meeting at: https://xccommerce.com/event/shoptalk-24 .