Logility

OCTOBER 25, 2018

In the interactive “ Top Halloween Candy by State ” map, CandyStore.com shows my beloved candy corn is the favorite candy for trick-or-treaters in Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Iowa, Michigan and Alabama. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), American’s will also spend another $3.2B Reese’s Cups. Candy Corn. Hot Tamales.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

based Alabama and Georgia production facilities. Seasonal Holiday Hiring At Its Lowest Levels Following up on our Supply Chain Matters posting highlighting the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) November 2023 holiday spending forecast , The Wall Street Journal reported this week ( Paid subscription ) that the number of U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Amazon Invests $4 Billion in Generative AI Online retail and Cloud services infrastructure platform provider Amazon has announced a $4 billion investment in Anthropic in a reported effort to become a major player in Generative AI. with more than 75 locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina , and South Carolina.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The news cycle focused on retail platform and web infrastructure services provider Amazon has accelerated these past few weeks. The online retailer is shuttering, postponing or cancelling plans for a variety of logistics sortation, customer fulfillment or other facilities across the U.S. Let’s focus on some of the highlights.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Despite High-Profile Retail Cancellations, U.S. Despite billion-dollar order cancellations from mega-retailers like Walmart and Target, U.S. So the shortage will continue, but for some sellers, the problem will be too much inventory.”. Container Imports Remain High. container imports are near record-setting. imports totaled 2.53

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Supply Chain Management and Analytics

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Based on our recent work with a Fortune 100 CPG company and a very large small-format retail chain that sells many of that company’s products, we gained an enhanced understanding of weather-based demand forecasting in the commercial world. The process was by no means easy. Key observations to share: 1) Vantage point matters.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2023

More than 70 percent of Toyota Motor Manufacturing , Alabama’s power will soon be generated by the sun. Today, Huntsville Utilities, Toyota Alabama and Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. And now on to this week’s logistics news. TAI) announced a power purchase agreement (PPA) to support a 168-acre, $49 million solar project.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 5, 2020

Shipping in or out of Alabama should be close to normal. . However, the new order has a few modifications and allows for retail and other non-essential businesses to begin reopening on May 4. . As the state reopens retail facilities on May 4, shipping in and out of Arizona should not be substantially impacted. .

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 12, 2020

Shipping in or out of Alabama should be back to pre-pandemic difficulty. California Governor Gavin Newsome has allowed retailers to reopen; however, some restrictions remain in place. It may be a challenge to make retail deliveries in this region until that time. Restaurants, gyms, and retailers are open at 50 percent capacity.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

Alabama ? . Shipping in or out of Alabama should be?back has allowed retailers to reopen; however,? It may be a challenge to make retail deliveries in this region?until Restaurants, gyms, and retailers are open at 50 percent capacity.?? . back to pre-pandemic difficulty.? California ? . Mostly Open? .

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 13, 2022

In the longer term, warehouse labor has been increasingly in high demand as retail shifts more and more from stores to e-commerce fulfillment. The vote on unionization at the Bessemer, Alabama facility was rejected this winter. It was quickly followed by a vote at what is known as the JFK8 facility in Staten Island, NY.

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AB&R

JANUARY 10, 2019

The GS1 Standard barcode was adopted in 1973 by industry leaders to standardize barcodes and unique numbers so they’re accepted by retailers and distributors worldwide. They’re used on virtually everything you see, which is why it’s imperative they’re compliant. Fields marked with a * are required. First Name *. Last Name *. Business Email *.

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Supply Chain Network

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

to service the Company’s home center retail customers in northeastern U.S. We are excited to extend our improved distribution model to the Northeast because it will provide quicker service to our large retailers and benefit consumers in this key market,” said Dave Swihart, senior vice president, Global Supply Chain, ScottsMiracle-Gro. “In

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Cathy Roberson

APRIL 10, 2021

The unionization efforts of Amazon’s fulfillment facility in Bessemer, Alabama failed to rally the needed number of votes to become the first unionized Amazon facility in the US. I was intrigued when I first heard of the unionization efforts of the Amazon facility in Alabama.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

This has alerted shipping lines and prompted some to entertain rerouting cargo to New Orleans and Alabama, and even as far away as the Bahamas and Mexico. US Coast Guard warned that it may take weeks before an all-clear can be given. Auto production in Texas, led by General Motors Co. in Arlington and Toyota Motor Corp.

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Elementum

MAY 27, 2015

The retail giant cited a shift in consumer sensibilities and an opportunity to boost revenue as the biggest factors in their decision – adding jobs will increase disposable income, and with more consumers willing to pay more for domestic-made goods, both Walmart and their customers should reap the benefits. Sweet Home Alabama.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2022

When the Covid lockdown first hit, retail stores closed their doors, and consumers went online to order essential supplies. Walmart announced this week that it has become Canada’s first major retailer to offer carbon-neutral last-mile delivery for e-commerce purchases, including online grocery.

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DAT Solutions

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Try Alabama. Second, the increased popularity of online shopping has extended the Christmas retail season, and last-minute parcel delivery indicates additional truckload freight moving to distribution centers right up until Christmas Day. Commodities include frozen and fresh packaged foods. loads per truck. Need flatbed loads?

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Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

As retailers and brands are increasingly seeking to sell environmentally beneficial products the role of biobased products and feedstocks will play an ever-increasing important role. The global apparel sector’s effort resulted in the development of the Higg Index, a universally accepted LCA tool and life cycle inventory database.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 20, 2021

From costumes to candy to home decorations, strong Halloween sales are important to many retailers. According to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, “Consumer spending on Halloween-related items is expected to reach an all-time high of $10.14 Halloween Predictions.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 9, 2017

This week: There are differing opinions on the future of retail; omni-channel still has some bugs to work out; and a southeastern U.S. Retail may just need a facelift. The retail industry, which represents $5 trillion in economic impact, has changed significantly over the past several years. Is Omni-channel just a bandage?

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BlueYonder

JUNE 9, 2017

This week: There are differing opinions on the future of retail; omni-channel still has some bugs to work out; and a southeastern U.S. Retail may just need a facelift. The retail industry, which represents $5 trillion in economic impact, has changed significantly over the past several years. Is Omni-channel just a bandage?

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Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

6, according to GasBuddy.com, a retail price-tracking service. Retailers are looking for more fuel just as terminals in Florida are less willing to part with it. The retailers are well aware of the outages, and they’re doing the best they can.”. Running Low.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2023

Starting next week, Amazon will start actively recruiting existing small businesses in 23 states including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Florida, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Dakota, and Washington. percent) and transportation and warehousing (5.3

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 22, 2021

The tragic, fiery, multi-vehicle crash on a storm-slicked highway in southern Alabama over the weekend reminds us how disruptive and destructive the hurricane season can be.

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DAT Solutions

JANUARY 11, 2016

Retail results indicate modest economic growth. Early reports from the National Retail Federation indicate modest year-over-year growth, and the NRF predicts continued improvement in 2016, based on upward trends in new housing starts, auto sales, and employment, as well as retail. per mile, or $1.93

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 13, 2022

Retailers ration baby formula as shortages hit 50 percent. The company is paying participating small businesses a per-package fee to deliver Amazon orders within a 10-mile radius to their neighbors’ homes in states like Nebraska, Mississippi, and Alabama. IKEA plans to retool big box stores for online orders. That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2024

In 2017, the retail giant started an initiative to encourage its suppliers to reduce their carbon footprint, aiming to avoid, reduce or sequester the 1 billion tons of emissions by 2030. The United Auto Workers (UAW) union said on Tuesday that a majority of hourly workers at a Mercedes Benz Alabama factory have signed cards to join the union.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2021

The expanded waiver runs through May 31 and covers Alabama, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Georgia, parts of Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The waiver allows sales of summer- or winter-grade gasoline with vapor pressure under 13.5

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 16, 2021

Amazon workers reject unionization in Alabama. In early March, ballots were sent out to nearly 6,000 workers at an Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, Alabama to vote on whether they wanted to be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2015

In this article, Professor Burcu Keskin from University of Alabama will share 7 supply chain trends that working professionals should watch. Online Retail. . >>> Read More and View the Infographic. INFOGRAPHIC] Expert Reveals 7 Supply Chain Trends to Watch. Same-Day Delivery. Supplier Diversity and Women. Sustainability.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2016

Professor Burcu Keskin from University of Alabama adds , “Data coming from different sensors located at different suppliers from their production and transportation operations carry a lot of information regarding the quality of production process and timeliness of delivery. Companies struggle with counterfeit goods.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 5, 2021

Over the course of the next week, nearly 6,000 workers at an Amazon warehouse in Bessemer , Alabama are voting on whether they want to be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. The governors urging the change are from Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Kansas, South Carolina, Alabama, and Missouri.

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