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June 2023 US Logistics Managers Index Drops to a Revised Low

Supply Chain Matters

Implications The June report’s narratives and implications can be viewed from two increasingly different frames of reference, one being the logistics and warehousing services industry, the other being manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and businesses that are anchored in supply chain cost sensitivities.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 18-22, 2013)

Talking Logistics

Here are some details from the press release: Navisphere app users are able to view detailed shipment information by searching for shipments via pickup or drop off dates, container, customer reference, or C.H. Robinson load numbers.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. Data Key: Heaviest peak refers to the months in which capacity will be most affected by agriculture production. What is produce season?

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CPG Companies Support Regenerative Agriculture

Enterra Insights

Minimize Disturbance : This refers to tillage, chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and more. Provide Soil Armor : Also referred to as “cover cropping,” bare soil exposed to the elements harms soil health, so it’s recommended to always have some living or dead debris covering the soil. Perennials are able to do this well.

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3 Ways State Marijuana Legalization Impacts the Trucking Industry

GTG Technology Group

In states such as Colorado, where marijuana is legal, more drivers are testing positive for the substance. Sources: [link]. link] – reference only. Marijuana legalization is creating some interesting ripple effects in many industries. In the trucking industry, it will represent a new freight carrying opportunity.

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

NC State SCRC

Colorado had the lowest unemployment rate in May, 2.3 This app has created a community of 100,000 contingent workers and drivers that interact with the work schedules created by employers, to provide a reliable source of labor for companies that have shifting demand requirements for labor. percent, followed by North Dakota, 2.5

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Activant Anticipates More Virtual Collaboration in B2B Distribution

Supply Chain Network

Headquartered in Livermore, California, Activant has operations in Texas, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Canada, Ireland and the United Kingdom. SOURCE Activant Solutions Inc. For more information, please visit distribution.activant.com. Find Activant updates online at distribution.activant.com/follow.