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The Data Behind Amazon’s Logistics and Fulfillment Play

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Not even B2B is spared from these changing expectations (which is why we at Freightos launched an online freight marketplace ). While freight industry executives likely sighed with relief when an update of Amazon’s logistics.amazon.com page on June 28th turned out to be nothing more than a franchise model for courier delivery services.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

The figure includes Panasonic’s purchase of the remaining 80 percent of shares in Blue Yonder for $5.6 Previously, some Prime members could get Amazon Fresh orders and Whole Foods deliveries dropped off in their garage, but only if they lived in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle.

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Enabling Supply Chain Flexibility: Two Important (But Often Overlooked) Factors

Talking Logistics

That was the central question Matt Castle, Director of Air Freight Services at C.H. In light of these risks, developing a flexible supply chain is the best strategy for success, but what does that mean exactly and how can companies get there? Robinson , and I addressed in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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Smart Supply Chains Adapt to Overcome COVID-19 Challenges

Logistics Bureau

Some US manufacturers, however, have resorted to airlifting supplies from China at a premium price. These smart operators include: John Deere: The agricultural vehicle manufacturer says it expects to spend $40 million (USD) on expedited freight to ensure there is no disruption in supply. The Electronics Industry.

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COVID-19 accelerates four trends and changes within global supply chains

Proxima

Whether warehousing, automation, freight, retail or e-commerce, business leaders needed to evaluate and address many or all in order to maintain their supply chains and keep up with the demand, which in turn, was drastically altered by the pandemic. International and domestic challenges of freight amidst COVID-19. Growth of automation.

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All The Supply Chain News You Need To Know 3.11-3.15

Freight Plus

British Navy saves 27 aboard doomed cargo ship. The ship ultimately sank to a depth of 2,800 miles. Seattle to Salt Lake City, Buffalo to Chicago, and various lanes in California all saw the biggest declines in rates. Truck manufactures reap spoils of robust economy. Meanwhile, in this week's, "Where's my freight?!".

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6 Tips for Creating Private Label Products for Amazon FBA

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When you’re in the e-commerce industry or entrepreneurship space, buzzwords like “drop shipping” and “Amazon FBA” just roll off your tongue. Here, I’ll cover private label products first and how you should go about sourcing for suppliers. Pro Tip #2: Source Your Product Sensibly.