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Distribution Center Robots: How Robots Continue to Power the Distribution Center

GlobalTranz

While robotics have resulted in some job loss, the case studies of Amazon, as noted by The New York Times , reveal that Amazon has added more than 80,000 jobs since they began adding Kiva robots to their distribution centers. Bring disparate systems together. Re-assure your workforce.

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

Talking Logistics

And last month, we witnessed the havoc that winter storm Jonas unleashed along the east coast , dumping more than two feet of snow in Washington, DC, New York City, and other major cities, leading to thousands of flight cancellations and gridlock on the roads.

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COVID-19 Crisis and the New Supply Chain

RFgen

Meanwhile, many manufacturers have no choice but to shut down for the foreseeable future. The new supply chain paradigm will require a greater focus on technologies like mobile barcoding and data collection that augment a small labor force while safeguarding health and human safety. Interested in how COVID-19 impacts manufacturing?

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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 Food Industry.

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COVID-19 Crisis and the New Supply Chain

RFgen

Meanwhile, many manufacturers have no choice but to shut down for the foreseeable future. The new supply chain paradigm will require a greater focus on technologies like mobile barcoding and data collection that augment a small labor force while safeguarding health and human safety. Interested in how COVID-19 impacts manufacturing?

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

Warehouses in New York and New Jersey are reopening in the next 30 days. Rates will likely fluctuate week to week for outbound New Jersey and New York depending on capacity and demand. Seattle is becoming a more favorable market for carriers and rejection rates are increasing. Status: Partially Open.

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Boeing Barges Into Aircraft-Seat Business in Threat to Suppliers

Material Handling & Logistics

after the close of regular trading in New York. The company’s initial customer-service center will be in Seattle, where Boeing already has a hub catering to airlines shopping for cabin fittings. The company has expanded its reach into avionics, additive manufacturing, actuators and engine covers known as nacelles.