Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.22
July 29, 2019
…by Dr. Randall Erb and Dr. Joshua Martin at Northeastern University, applications for their technology can be found in the manufacturing, aerospace and automotive industries among others. With Fortify’s patented hardware and software, users are granted control over fiber alignment throughout each printed part - allowing them to “tune” material properties for specific applications. “Now more than ever before, it's vital that the U.S. economy has a strong manufacturing ecosystem,” says Eric Wolford, venture partner at Accel. “Fortify is uniquely positioned to help lead the resurgence of American manufacturing by using tech to produce best-in-class parts for the digital age.”…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.67
October 11, 2017
…says Robert Lieb, professor of supply chain management at Northeastern University who has surveyed 3PL CEOs for nearly 25 years. “They are trying to respond with an omnichannel solution to maintain brick-and-mortar stores, but also be competitive in e-commerce.” “Because a lot of retailers - particularly small ones - can’t afford to put together their own stand-alone e-commerce business with the geographic and inventory positioning capability to meet same-day/next-day delivery expectations, they’re asking 3PLs to help,” Lieb adds, noting it’s become the fastest growing part of the 3PL business in the last five years. “Last year, of the 3PLs I…
