Industry News

Equip yourself for success with the latest supply-chain trends and news. Using insights from experienced industry experts, we share trends, challenges, and solutions we’re seeing among our customers, our partners, and our globe.

Changes Coming to SNAP — What Food Retailers Should Expect, and How to Get Ahead Now

New rules for SNAP benefits could result in billions of dollars in added costs for food retailers. Find...

The Roadmap to Warehouse Automation Isn’t What You Think

Automation in warehousing isn’t about making a giant leap into robotics—it’s about taking intentional, scalable steps that align...

The Workforce Shift HR & Operations Leaders Can’t Ignore—And How Voice Tech Can Help

As the plentiful and hard-working Baby Boomer generation exits the workforce, warehouse operations face a major labor challenge—and...

Voice Tech’s Renaissance

Voice technology may not be the newest player in warehouse automation, but it's proving to be one of...

Navigating the Future: Key Updates Coming to Voice Systems

The voice technology landscape is evolving, and staying ahead of these changes is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency....

The Impact of New Tariffs on the Supply Chain

The latest tariff war is driving up costs, disrupting supply chains, and increasing pressure on businesses to boost...

Voice Migration Industry Briefing

Explore expert insights from Mountain Leverage on navigating the 2025 voice migration and how to turn the upcoming...

New FDA Deadline for Food Data Traceability: What Distributors Need to Know

Grocery and foodservice distributors should prepare now for new federal regulations on food data traceability that will impact...

Food Manufacturing & Supply Chain: 4 Must-Know Trends to Stay Ahead of in 2025

Are you prepared for the massive shifts coming to the food and beverage supply chain? If you're not...

Eyes to the East: Preparing for Potential Port Strike and Supply Chain Disruption

With a potential East Coast port strike looming, businesses are bracing for a disruption that could ripple across...

Amazon Warehouse Injuries Spike During Peak, US Senate Report Reveals

According to Amazon’s own internal data made available in the Senate report, there are almost 45 injuries for...

eBook: How Each Generation is Working Today in the Supply Chain

“For the first time in history, digital natives are beginning to outnumber those who began their careers before...

Getting Ahead of Voice User Privacy Legal Concerns

As warehouse workers across the country are suing over privacy concerns, Mountain Leverage is committed to championing you...

The Top 4 Supply Chain Trends of 2024

As a Supply Chain leader, you know the stress wont let up in 2024. Unpredictable consumer behavior, inflation,...

A Word About Voice-Enabled Workflows

Ecommerce growth rates continue to rise year over year, even after the massive jump of 2020. Leveraging yesterday’s...

2023 Holiday Guide to Supply Chain Trends

The holiday season isn't all tinsel and tidings – supply chain leaders are growing more aware of the...

Health Checks – A Closer Look

When you start working with Mountain Leverage to implement or support your voice system, we are committed to...

Today’s Operations Trends: A Quick Look

Are you up-to-date on the ever-changing landscape of warehouse productivity? Even if you have the time to keep...

Do You Have the Supply Chain Data for Farm to Table?

If you process, pack, distribute, or supply wholesale foods, you need to review the Food Traceability List to...

“Right-Sizing” in the DC – Questions to Ask Before Layoffs

Staying on top of headcount while still running at maximum productivity is the key to success. Replacing all...

Navigating New Horizons: Voice In The Age Of Shipping Limitations

The Panama Canal is currently experiencing the lowest water level in over a century, heavily limiting shipping access....

Interview: How Distribution Centers Overcome Challenges through Voice

When you know you need to invest in a new solution but don’t have a lot of time...

It May Not Be Seamless, But There’s More Supply Chain Certainty Than You Think

How are you arming yourself not just to survive the unexpected, but to grow your business throughout it?...

No End in Sight for Labor Shortages

With labor shortages plaguing businesses left and right, are you prepared to keep your warehouse or distribution center...

Pick Faster from Farther Away with New Wearable Ring Scanner

In a busy distribution or fulfillment center, time is money. Every fraction of a second you can shave...

Critical VMware Vulnerabilities and Data Security Risks – What You Need to Know

Recently, a security researcher identified a number of major software vulnerabilities with the potential to cause serious...

The Ecommerce Market Share Keeps Climbing — How Are You Handling The Pressure?

Earlier in the year, many pundits talked about a steep decline in retail eComm activity following the massive...

Is Your DC As Dangerous As Texting While Driving?

Let’s get straight to the point: warehouse and distribution center safety is extremely important because unsafe work environments...

Connecting The Dots — The Effects Of The Pandemic And Russia’s Invasion On Your Operational Costs

Between rising inflation, labor shortages, and the inability of production to keep up with commodity demand, it can...

Faster Training Is Here With The ML Listening Kit

Mountain Leverage’s Listening Kit promotes faster training with our Hands-Free, Eyes-Free technology by allowing more people to listen...

Warehouse Utilization Rebounds After Coronavirus-Induced Contraction

As companies seek to acquire quality warehouse space in non traditional locations, and have those buildings up and...

Ecommerce: Item Recognition Ordering Growing In Importance For B2B Buyers

Most distributors don’t have the required expertise to develop new product ordering processes, so this presents a ripe...

High Unemployment Doesn’t Always Mean Available Workforce

For the largest segment of today’s available workers for warehouse and DC environments, putting on a headset is...

Why Industrial Voice Crushes Siri, Google, And Alexa

Love it or hate it, speech recognition technology is now a part of our daily life. With U.S....