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Peacock Bros predicts shifts in supply chain tech for 2026

· Source: procurementmag.com

In short

Supply chain technology company Peacock Bros has identified three key trends that will shape Australian organizations' investment decisions in 2026: AI-enabled optimization, digital workflows in sectors like healthcare and rail, and stricter traceability requirements. The company expects AI to become routine in warehouse optimization and freight visibility, driving hardware refresh cycles for mobile devices and scanners. Healthcare and rail sectors are accelerating digital adoption, while traceability initiatives like GS1's Project Sunrise will push advanced 2D barcode adoption across retail and logistics.

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