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Published Date
November 01, 2023
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FOCUS Magazine
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The advance of AI and automation is fueling fears that technological solutions are replacing humans in the workplace. Dr. Yossi Sheffi discusses the case of AI and autonomous trucking. This article is published by The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport. 

Published Date
October 17, 2023
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CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly
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In this excerpt from The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of Work, Dr. Yossi Sheffi of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT’s) Center for Transportation & Logistics forecasts the skills the supply chain workforce will need to succeed in a technology-focused future.

Published Date
October 01, 2023
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Facilities Manager
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Many supply issues are rooted in the sheer complexity of modern supply chains. The term “supply chain” oversimplifies the globe-spanning series of linkages and processes that underpin modern-day supply channels. The term suggests that supply chains are linear and focused on physical flows of materials, parts, and products. However, supply chains are characterized by two additional flows: the flow of information and the flow of cash.

Published Date
August 31, 2023
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The Observer
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In many areas, human capabilities will remain irreplaceable in the workplace for the foreseeable future.

Published Date
July 28, 2023
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Modern Materials Handling
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In this adaptation from his latest book, The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of WorkDr. Yossi Sheffi of MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics explores how education and training must change to prepare the supply chain workforce for a technology-focused future.

Published Date
July 10, 2023
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ISSUU - Breakbulk Magazine
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Fears that AI-driven tech will replace humans in countless jobs are well-founded. This is especially the case in industries such as breakbulk cargo logistics, which are relatively labor intensive. 

Published Date
June 15, 2023
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Workable
Description

Dr. Yossi Sheffi of MIT shares how AI is reshaping the workplace and uncover strategies to adapt and thrive in an evolving job market. Learn how emerging technologies support remote work, create new opportunities, and augment human capabilities.

Published Date
June 01, 2023
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Built In
Description

The AI-based industrial revolution will be different from previous ones in several key ways, but that doesn’t mean it will displace the human workforce. Our expert explains why — and how we can prepare now.

Published Date
March 08, 2023
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The Hill
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Professor Yossi Sheffi contributes to The Hill. Consumers consistently tell pollsters that they care about the environment. In fact, according to a 2022 report, 66 percent of them said that they are willing to pay more for sustainable products. Prior to the current inflationary trend, other studies reported an even higher proportion. Most corporate managers, however, know that the reality is very different.

Also Published in MIT News

Published Date
May 01, 2022
Description

Professor Yossi Sheffi is delighted that LOGYCA – an organization born out of the need to foster and improve collaboration in business – has published a book on this critically important topic. He writes the preface to the book.