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This Week in Logistics News (December 5-9, 2016)

Talking Logistics

The sky and what’s beyond, an endless source of creativity and imagination for kids and adults alike. In related news, the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday that “officials in Colorado are planning a public-road test of battery-charging technology capable of powering electric trucks while they drive.”

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Labor Day 2022

Enterra Insights

Siegel reports, “Many sources point to Peter J. Oregon was the first, followed by Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York. The holiday honors the source of this nation’s strength — American workers, unions, and labor leaders. ” The Washington Post, 4 September 2017. [3] ” Footnotes. [1]

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Will Startups Disrupt the Trucking Distribution Model?

GTG Technology Group

Frost & Sullivan, a global consulting firm, recently published a study titled “Start-Ups Disrupting Global Connected Truck Market 2016-2017.” The truck completed the 120-mile trek through Colorado entirely using automated technology, overseen by a driver from the sleeper berth. Sources: [link].

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Low unemployment is great for everyone, right? (Not so much in logistics…)

NC State SCRC

The Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that in May 2017, unemployment rates in seven states were at their lowest levels since the state unemployment data series began in January 1976. Colorado had the lowest unemployment rate in May, 2.3 But much of that gain came from Americans working longer hours. Average hourly pay increased 2.5%.

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Oktoberfest, Methane, and Climate Change

Enterra Insights

Obviously, human activities play a major role in increasing methane emissions from most of these sources.”[4]. Climate scientist and journalist Alejandra Borunda ( @alejandrabee_ ) adds, “There are a variety of natural methane sources. Where is All that Methane Coming From? ”[4]. ”[5]. 12] Johan C.I.

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How To Find CBD Payment Processing Services [+ CBD Credit Card Processors for Ecommerce Shops]

ShipBob

This cannabinoid is a highly sought after derivative of the cannabis plant and its abbreviated version — CBD — is short for ‘cannabidiol’ Source: Statista. In 2012, Colorado and Washington became the first states to fully legalize marijuana in a recreational view. By 2022, Statista predicts that the U.S.

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