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The Mind-Boggling Complexities of Food Distribution (Why Optimization is Critical)

Talking Logistics

Over the past few weeks, there’s been a lot of buzz and discussion about Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods, everything from the impact to competing grocery retailers and prices to the accelerated evolution of omni-channel distribution. Craig McGuirk, distribution manager of The Kroger Co.’s

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This Week in Logistics News (November 28 – December 5)

Logistics Viewpoints

UPS will make dry ice, offer freezers for vaccine distribution. While Pfizer is still seeking regulatory approval in the US, the first shipments are en-route from Brussels to US distribution centers aboard United Airlines charter flights. Keeping vaccines at very cold temperatures is a requirement for distribution.

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The Future of Commercial Real Estate 2020

3PL Insights

The coronavirus pandemic had a direct impact on distribution strategy, and increased demand for fulfillment services. The demand of storage and distribution space increases as more businesses are adopting the model of selling online. strategically placed to meet the demand of same-day shipping for online retailers.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 4-8, 2016)

Talking Logistics

Amazon continues to set the bar on delivery, while other retailers try to keep up. Here’s a question: Does it make sense for retailers to chase Amazon in offering same-day delivery if they don’t have a Prime-like service of their own? Based on the quote above from the Stifel report, it seems like my advice has been ignored.

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Easier than reducing carbon footprint – 5 Steps to make a dent in the Huge and Hidden Cost of CPG Sustainability

GlobalTranz

Public awareness and mass retailer initiatives have driven major sustainability efforts over the last two decades among CPG manufacturers. Driven by aggressive targets and retailers’ “supplier scorecards”, their progress has been enabled by advances in materials engineering and manufacturing technology. . Among the challenges: .

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This Week in Logistics News (May 16-20, 2016)

Talking Logistics

is on the hunt for technology to help it run its rapidly expanding freight-transportation network, according to people at companies that have been contacted by the retailer. and Fast Radius’ On Demand Production Platform™ and 3D printing factory in Louisville, KY.” According to the article by Erica Philips: Amazon.com Inc.

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Top 5 Markets for Dynamic Warehousing Demand

FLEXE

Many retailers and wholesalers are recognizing the need to expand their warehouse networks, so they can locate products closer to customers, compete with Amazon and establish more competitive omni-channel strategies. Or, you might think of Louisville and Memphis, where UPS and FedEx have their largest shipping hubs.