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Automation is here and transforming logistics

Resilinc

Marine terminal automation is “the most contentious issue facing longshore unions on the West and East coasts of North America,” wrote JOC. Hamburg, Singapore, and other busy ports are also conducting pilots of autonomous UAV (drone) operations to speed deliveries to ships, conduct inspections and perform other functions.

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Reverse Logistics – What Happens to Stuff We Return?

Operations and Supply Chain Management

In fact, America’s true refund pioneer was born a century before Hsieh, on a farm in Oklahoma. RETAILERS TRY TO KEEP UP Returns are expensive for sellers, since shipping alone often costs more than the items can be resold for. Liquidity Services operates eight regional warehouse-size facilities in North America.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity.