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Autonomous Mobile Robotics (AMR): What They Are and Benefits of Using Them

GlobalTranz

Sudden surges in warehouse demand result from increased access to retailers. Let’s look at how robots have evolved and their benefits in modern warehousing. Their capabilities were limited, so warehouse managers may not have seen their value. Autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) make this possible. Greater order accuracy.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

Warehouses are turning to EV charging. For comparison, they spent $3.4 As the push to electrify driving grows, warehouse developers are increasingly focused on charging. The warehouse makes the most sense considering our nation’s highways still have a ways to go in terms of charging stations. 7-Eleven Inc.

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The Ultimate Guide to a 3PL Business

GlobalTranz

Third party logistics (3PL) is the function by where the owner of goods outsources numerous components of the supply chain to a 3PL company that can perform the management function of the clients’ customs, inbound freight, distribution, warehousing, order fulfilment and outbound freight to the client’s customers.

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Amazon’s Decision to Up Holiday Season Worker Needs- The Why

Supply Chain Matters

Commentary Background At this time of the year, just before the holiday fulfillment surge period begins in earnest in a few weeks, Supply Chain Matters tends to monitor the levels of temporary workers that online and brick and mortar retailers are planning to hire in order to gauge what online providers are expecting in terms of surge volumes.

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How to Build an Amazon Distribution Network for Third-Party Sellers

Ware2Go

If you look at the states where Amazon has the greatest square footage of warehouse space, you’ll start to see a pattern in the Amazon distribution network. Walmart has long been fighting Amazon to regain its position as America’s number one retailer. By the end of 2023, Amazon will have 355 warehouses. Returns Management.

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Transportation Management System: What is a TMS in Logistics? [+ Top Companies Compared]

ShipBob

You’ll also get a quick comparison of the top providers to make your search easier. Transportation management systems also enable you to automate your freight tendering process. By automatically dispatching carriers, you can significantly expedite steps such as booking and tendering of freight. Fleet/carrier management.

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

As we move into the back half of May, the freight market is starting to show signs of an expedited rebound. . Th ese conditions have caused a more favorable freight environment. That is e specially the case for outbound freight in southern states and California where produce season is in full swing. .

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