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This Week in Logistics News (December 9 – 15)

Logistics Viewpoints

Cornell says this investment in sortation centers – or what Target calls its “stores-as-hubs” strategy, where workers prepare same-day local delivery for online orders – has prepared them with the infrastructure to support last minute holiday shopping. Thanks for tuning in for all the logistics news.

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Multi-Carrier Shipping Software Solutions for 2021

ShipBob

But, for merchants either looking to launch a brand or grow their existing online store, it’s no secret that shipping has become more complex and expensive. Luckily, multi-carrier shipping software solutions for 2021 simplify shipping, so that brands can focus on what’s most important — growing their business.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 13 – 19)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Container shipping rates could raise import prices by 11%. The UN Conference on Trade and Development released a report that states “ the current surge in container freight rates, if sustained, could increase global import price levels by 11% and consumer price levels by 1.5%

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

Produce shipping is showing signs of strengthening and should begin building activity for the remainder of the month before leveling off in June. Zipline operates with a unique carrier team setup , splitting our experts into four regions for optimal service. Shipping in or out of Alabama should be back to pre-pandemic difficulty.

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Logistics Market Stays Flat as May Begins

Zipline Logistics

carrier team setup , splitting our experts into four regions for optimal service. Shipping in or out of Alabama should be close to normal. . However, the new order has a few modifications and allows for retail and other non-essential businesses to begin reopening on May 4. . mostly due to consumer goods consumption. .

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

carrier team setup , splitting our experts into four regions for optimal service. Shipping in or out of Alabama should be?back When shipping to or from California, check to ensure that facilities are online and operational. Shipping to or from Colorado should not be restricted.?? . Regional Freight Volume Update ? .

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Most Important U.S. Infrastructure to Build is within its Borders

Enterra Insights

On the other end of the spectrum, the study found the following ten states falling woefully short in maintaining their infrastructure: Mississippi, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, West Virginia, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.[4] Self-interest.