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This Week in Logistics News (May 4 – May 10)

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It’s more than doubled the number of robots deployed in its fulfillment centers and warehouses in the last three years, from 350,000 in 2021 to 750,000 by last June. The company has a variety of robots that serve different functions within the warehouse. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 24 – 30)

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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.

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Digital Transformations Are Not Just for the Big Guys

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The Lake Forest, Illinois-headquartered company serves direct-to-consumer (DTC) customers, individuals choosing to rent furniture out of their own pocket. To provide these services, Brook has 12 warehouses ranging in size from 20,000 to 100,000 square feet, and a leased fleet of 26-foot box vans. Brook Reimagines Furniture Rental.

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Walmart’s Notion of Next Generation Online Customer Fulfillment Centers

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The first, located in Joliet, Illinois , will reportedly open this summer. These four centers are reportedly being positioned geographically to be able to pair most effectively with the existing online fulfillment network, transportation and logistics needs.

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How Renting Vans for Long Term Improves Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

If you are in Chicago, you can explore different Sprinter Van rentals in Chicago, Illinois , for a fleet of various Mercedes Sprinter models to serve all kinds of purposes. Efficient Team Transport. With a sprinter van, you can transport your team to their destination in comfort and style. Bottomline.

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Labor Rights and Logistics Emissions Remain Top-of-Mind for Logistics Providers

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As shippers contend with high fuel surcharges and an ongoing capacity crisis, shipping giant FedEx is providing little relief in its announcement of 2022 peak season surcharges. Amidst rising air transportation emissions in the U.S. Tyson Expands Investments in Illinois Plant. Despite a rise in carbon intensity from 2.51

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ScottsMiracle-Gro Improves Distribution System in Sustainability and Customer Service

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warehouse will be added to The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s operation in Lebanon, Conn. By installing a warehouse in this region, the Company expects to improve its environmental footprint by reducing the number of miles traveled within its distribution network while also reducing costs and improving its customer service levels.