A simple device invented in the mid-1950’s paved the way for containerization and global trade as we know it today. In this article, we are taking a look at Tantlinger's twist-lock and its groundbreaking implications on global trade.
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A summary of industry-ready state of the art computer vision techniques (by Philip Montsho)
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This time, we take a look at the Universal Postal Union (UPU). Explore its history and learn why an increasing number of countries are threatening to leave the agency.
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In the face of continued rapid growth of e-commerce sales, traditional retail has been declining for years. We take a look at the current status of inner-city retail in Germany (& beyond) and its prospects for the near future.
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This is our new regular series to help you navigate and understand the logistics industry. In this edition, we dive into the concepts of “xth-party logistics”.
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On October 18th, 2018, we welcomed over 200 guests from leading logistics startups, executives from Mittelstand corporations and logistics-focused investors to this year’s “Re-Imagining Logistics.”
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Being replaced by AI - the worst case scenario for all People Operations specialists. How do you beat the odds? Well, stop thinking of People Operations as a background function or a mere necessity would be the first step!
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Female Future Force Day 2018 - a women's event with the tagline “a festival for new perspectives. For your career. Your future. And life.” Where do we stand on women's empowerment?
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Beam and BEUMER Group hosted yet another successful logistics get-together on the 18th of October. Re-Imagining Logistics will definitely take place again in 2019.
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Founders are actively disrupting delivery, mapping, warehousing and taxi services. They have a lot to say, and they aren't afraid of the giants...
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