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This Week in Logistics News (May 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

Target Chief Operating Officer John Mulligan said on an earnings conference call Wednesday that the overstocking that weighed on the company last year was “in the rearview mirror” and that the retailer was turning toward getting fresh merchandise into stores for the fall. So, wish me luck in securing authentic University Blue Jordan IVs.

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

has allowed retailers to reopen; however,? It may be a challenge to make retail deliveries in this region?until Restaurants, gyms, and retailers are open at 50 percent capacity.?? . Manufacturers, construction outfits, vehicle dealerships, and professional services are now operating at 50% capacity. California ? .

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

California Governor Gavin Newsome has allowed retailers to reopen; however, some restrictions remain in place. It may be a challenge to make retail deliveries in this region until that time. Restaurants, gyms, and retailers are open at 50 percent capacity. Retailers have reopened, but with limited capacity. California.

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Are Digital Watermarks the Future of Supply Chain Optimization?

AFFLINK

But a new partnership between Oregon-based Digimarc and GS1, the company that first developed UPC codes, is pioneering a new solution that promises to enhance everything from supply chain optimization to retail efficiency: digital watermarks. What Are Digital Watermarks?

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CBD and Marijuana Logistics

Logichain Solutions

What about placing consumable CBD products in major retail markets? Since the FDA has not approved the legal use of CBD in food and beverage products, most major retailers don’t list any of these products. FedEx still lists hemp plants, hemp leaves, hemp oil, hemp seed oil and CBD derived from hemp as prohibited items.

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CBD and Marijuana Logistics

Logichain Solutions

What about placing consumable CBD products in major retail markets? Since the FDA has not approved the legal use of CBD in food and beverage products, most major retailers don’t list any of these products. FedEx still lists hemp plants, hemp leaves, hemp oil, hemp seed oil and CBD derived from hemp as prohibited items.

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Returnable Transport Items – Where is the Next Big Win?

Supply Chain Network

On a recent trip to the Oregon coast I took a photo that I’ve been quite anxious to share. It talks about the increasing use of RTIs by leading retailers such as Safeway and Kroger and how they’re able to improve operations based on switching to plastic-based returnable, reusable solutions. Lost track of. Serving no purpose.