Supply Chain Digital Magazine October 2024 | Page 12

MONTH IN REVIEW

AMAZON ’ S BID TO REVOLUTIONISE WAREHOUSE AUTOMATION
In a groundbreaking move with the potential to transform the field of warehouse automation , e-commerce giant Amazon has joined forces with robotics software firm Covariant . Their strategic partnership is aimed at advancing the integration of AI into Amazon ’ s already-extensive robotics systems , reshaping the future of supply chain operations .
STACI UK EXPANDS FOLLOWING £ 1.3BN BPOSTGROUP ACQUISITION
Staci , the top fulfilment specialist in the UK and Europe , has been acquired by Belgian postal giant bpostgroup in a landmark £ 1.3bn ( US $ 1.7bn ) deal . The acquisition , completed in early August , is part of bpostgroup ’ s strategy to lead in European e-commerce and omnichannel logistics .
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