Susan Lacefield is an executive editor at Supply Chain Media. She specializes in supply chain and logistics, with a keen focus on digital supply chain, global supply chain, and supply chain management, as well as automotive and electric vehicles (EVs). Susan's insights and expertise have been featured in prominent publications such as Supply Chain Media and DC Velocity.
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Susan Lacefield's coverage focuses on the intersection of technology, supply chain management, and business practices. She regularly includes expert commentary, event coverage, and data citations in her articles.
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How skeptical should we be about using artificial intelligence to solve supply chain problems?
By: Susan Lacefield
Forklift company looks to ease transition from internal combustion forklift trucks to electric ones powered by lithium-ion batteries.
By: Susan Lacefield
The new global brand and organization was created by acquiring three well-known systems integrators in North America and Europe.
By: Susan Lacefield
In a demonstration at Modex 2026, a reach truck operator wears Raymond's iWarehouse Integrated Tether System.
By: Susan Lacefield
Industry association also finds that tech investment will increase in spite of economic uncertainty.
By: Susan Lacefield
Penske Logistics launches Supply Chain Insight, a new technology platform providing real-time visibility into transportation and warehousing networks.
From the corner office, the decision whether or not to implement artificial intelligence looks like a no-brainer. On the warehouse floor, however, the view is far different.
It’s easy to get excited about new systems or automation, but not all projects meet expectations, says Karli Sage, Southern Glazer’s vice president of supply chain management, tech, and engineering. Her advice: Keep your focus squarely on the humans and design the tools for the people who actually use them.
What are the key trends affecting supply chains in 2026? The industry association MHI asked 500 supply chain professionals that question for its annual industry report. Here’s what it found.
Given the perils and costs inherent in global sourcing, it’s no surprise that the search is on for raw materials that can be economically and sustainably produced right in our own backyard. Jo Marini is already working to make that a reality.
