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This Week in Logistics News (May 21 – 27)

Logistics Viewpoints

Dick’s Sporting Goods Beats Forecast in Q1 But Cautions on Inflation, Supply Chain. Dick’s joins a list of retailers that have recently noted the impacts of inflation on customer purchases, with a shift from discretionary to non-discretionary items being a common theme. What a view. And now on to this week’s news.

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The Impending Ocean Carrier War on Last Mile Fulfillment

Freightos

Even closer to end customers, in August, Maersk acquired Visible SCM, a Utah-based B2B/B2C company, which handles over 200,000 orders a day across nine fulfillment centers, as well as a European counterpart. This isn’t just about purchasing power. Image via StarAir.dk). Behind the Maersk shift. A new tactic in the battle.

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How Elementum Helps Minimize Damaged Shipments

Elementum

I’m frequently hearing from supply chain leaders who want to make a bigger financial impact on their businesses, but they’re constrained by limited resources. By providing insight into the dynamics of a supply chain, Elementum’s platform allows companies to pinpoint exactly where the damage is occurring and make changes as necessary.

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How Elementum Helps Minimize Damaged Shipments

Elementum

I’m frequently hearing from supply chain leaders who want to make a bigger financial impact on their businesses, but they’re constrained by limited resources. By providing insight into the dynamics of a supply chain, Elementum’s platform allows companies to pinpoint exactly where the damage is occurring and make changes as necessary.

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Top 12 New Logistics Startup Companies Making Noise

ShipBob

Think about your most recent purchase. The logistics industry is made up of a highly interconnected supply chain network that manufactures raw materials into finished products and connects producers and consumers through various channels. More agile on fulfilling requests and custom solutions. Pros: Fast-paced atmosphere.

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Supplement Recall Creates Bad Press for Health Industry

RFgen

Health is a primary concern for consumers who purchase meal supplements and other nutritional products. One such company found the possibility of a harmful contaminant in its supply chain and had to quickly recall several products from the market. Consumers want to trust the labeling on supplements. Supplement Recalls.

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Supplement Recall Creates Bad Press for Health Industry

RFgen

Health is a primary concern for consumers who purchase meal supplements and other nutritional products. One such company found the possibility of a harmful contaminant in its supply chain and had to quickly recall several products from the market. Consumers want to trust the labeling on supplements. Supplement Recalls.