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Boot Barn Implements Intelligent Warehouse Automation and Control System

Logistics Viewpoints

The company also operates store support and distribution centers in California and Kansas. The Wichita, Kansas facility supports the company’s expanding e-commerce business. E-Commerce DC Expansion and Investment. Facility History. Boot Barn decided to expand its Wichita facility by about 45,000 sq.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for Aug. 12, 2021

Supply Chain Digest

Amid Rising Labor Costs, Walmart DC Workers can Get Big Bonuses. Who will Win Kansas City Southern Bid, as CP Ups Price Massive Amazon Air Hub Opens. Judge Rule Swift did not Poach CRST Driver.

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

If shipping to or from DC, ensure your supply chain partners can handle freight. Shippers should not expect much logistics disruption in Kansas. The nation’s capital is on a stay-at-home order through May 15. At that point, the city’s mayor will consider extending it or lifting it depending on the pandemic. Status: Open.

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

If shipping to or from DC, ensure your supply chain partners can handle freight.?? . Kansas ? . not expect much logistics disruption in Kansas.?? . The nation’s capital has extended its stay-at-home order recently; however, the city’s mayor stated it is six days away from meeting reopening criteria. . Florida ? .

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Rapidly Rising Minimum Wages Will Significantly Increase Your Warehouse and 3PL Costs: Effective Strategies to Combat Their Impact on Your Bottom Line

GlobalTranz

According to the NCSL, 29 states and Washington DC now have minimum wages above the federal standard of $7.25 And, effective July 1, Washington DC will have an $11.50 and Kansas City, MO. . per hour minimum wage making it one of the highest hourly wages within the US. How will this Impact my Business and 3PL Costs?

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Logistics Market Stays Flat as May Begins

Zipline Logistics

If shipping to or from DC, ensure your supply chain partners can handle freight. . The nation’s capital is on a stay-at-home order through May 15. At that point, the city’s mayor will consider extending it or lifting it depending on the pandemic. . Status: Open . Business throughout the state are mostly open. Status: Varies .