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This Week in Logistics News (July 3 – 9)

Logistics Viewpoints

Container shipping prices skyrocket. The engineers will begin by developing 3D software to emulate the “complexities of real life.” New aircraft purchases are focused around twinjets such as the Boeing 767 and 777. Porsche calls on its suppliers to use 100% renewable energy. Descartes acquires GreenMile.

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How Connecting Your TMS Saves Time and Money

CH Robinson Transportfolio

In your personal life, you can use a variety of devices to make purchases—from your phone to your smart TV, it’s all possible within whatever device you’re using. In fact, today you can procure freight rates from your transportation providers right in your TMS. Why supply chain connectivity is important. Cost savings in loose markets.

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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

The last mile delivery market size in North America is expected to grow by USD 59.81 Technavio, Last Mile Delivery Market in North America by Service and Geography – Forecast and Analysis 2021-2025, Jan 2021. From 2022, we can see a steady rise in enterprise businesses investing in last-mile delivery software.

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What Is Retail Consolidation?

CH Robinson Transportfolio

If you’re currently shipping less than truckload (LTL) or underutilized truckload freight, a retail consolidation program might be the answer you need. The right shipping strategy is vital to ensure your products are where they need to be when they need to be there, especially in times of disruption. In addition, when you choose C.H.

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36 innovative companies re-inventing and rethinking supply chain and logistics

6 River Systems

The new facility will allow the company to offer two-day shipping to most (about 90%) of the U.S. When customers order items not stocked at one of Belk’s fulfillment centers, those items are shipped directly from the vendor. Belk @belk With more than 300 department stores in 16 states throughout the Southern U.S.,

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Q4 2020 Freight Market Update: Preparing for 2020 Peak Season

Zipline Logistics

At Zipline Logistics, we have tracked a 1297% increase in shipping volumes for baking mixes, a 493% increase in coconut oil, and a 50% increase in snack foods for major CPG manufacturers through KanoPI, our shipper intelligence tool. All of which require transportation from manufacturer to retail outlet.

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Made in America Gifts For the Holidays

Material Handling & Logistics

Americans prefer to purchase a product that was made in the U.S. In an Associated Press-GFK poll in 2017 year found nearly 75% of Americans prefer to purchase American-made goods. Stanley Hand Tools. Content Summary: For over 170 years, Stanley has been creating tools. However, price does still matter. How much more?

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