Farewell to the age of economical bulk and pallet distribution. Now it's a question of managing "eaches." Thomas Goldsby, Haslam Chair of Logistics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, explains the new economics behind this trend.

Robots won't necessarily eliminate the role of humans in the distribution center. Chris Lingamfelter, vice president sales with 6 River Systems, tells how both can thrive in a collaborative environment.

Shippers can save money and optimize transportation by collaborating with one another to share truck space. Robert Garner, vice president of supply chain with Republic Plastics, explains how it works.