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This Week in Logistics News (December 3 – 9)

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But, while chip demand is receding, it is not enough to spell the end of the shortage as supply challenges will likely remain in place into 2023. And now on to this week’s logistics news: McDonald’s is testing a new drive-thru concept. Uber, Aurora to expand self-driving truck ops in Texas to meet holiday rush. The largest U.S.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 22 – 27)

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And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon has launched Amazon Air , its dedicated air cargo fleet, in India as the e-commerce giant bulks up its logistics infrastructure in the key overseas market where it has deployed more than $6.5 India is the third market where Amazon has launched its freight service.

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Five Advanced Technologies That Are Revolutionizing Logistics

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Already upended for two years by the COVID-19 pandemic, the worldwide logistics industry is facing new challenges. While demand is high, ongoing product shortages continue to cause supply chain disruptions, create unpredictable shopping behaviors and drive rapid delivery expectations.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 15 – 21)

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And now on to this week’s logistics news. IKEA test autonomous trucks in Texas. Self-driving truck startup Kodiak Robotics said that it has begun a pilot program with IKEA in Texas. Together [with IKEA] we can enhance safety, improve working conditions for drivers, and create a more sustainable freight transportation system.”.

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Mastering Profitable Omni-Channel Logistics, Despite Disruptions

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Navigating an Increasingly Challenging Logistics Landscape. These e-commerce trends are placing increasing pressure on logistics teams to keep up with demand volatility, provide incredibly fast delivery, and reliably fulfill all their promises to customers and consumers. The next step?

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This Week in Logistics News (April 2 – 8)

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And now on to this week’s logistics news. Aside from health and wellness products from Walgreens, prescription pet medications from easyvet and first-aid kits from Texas Health, Wing’s drones will also deliver pints of ice cream from Blue Bell Creameries. Amazon workers in Staten Island vote to unionize. That’s all for this week.

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How Cargo Theft Stole Christmas

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I found a very detailed definition on the Texas Department of Public safety website. California topped the list of states with the most reported cargo thefts, followed by Texas and Florida. The ongoing supply chain disruptions mean that cargo theft is likely to continue at higher rates.

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