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How FLOW impacted supply chains in 2024
The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program now has 85 members, including Best Buy, True Value, BNSF and CMA CGM.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 17, 2024 -
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UPS to hike SurePost rates, delivery area surcharges
The service will see higher increases compared to last year as it navigates higher demand and changes at the Postal Service, which it often relies on.
By Max Garland • Dec. 16, 2024 -
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TrendlineRetail Supply Chains
Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.
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Best Buy leans on distribution upgrades for faster delivery
The electronics retailer opened a new distribution center in Texas and upgraded technology at a New York facility.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2024 -
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FedEx plans additional surcharge changes for 2025
The carrier is adding a fee for processing inbound U.S. imports and delivery area surcharges for new ZIP codes, among other adjustments.
By Max Garland • Dec. 16, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Big Joe ForkliftsForklift or walk-behind stacker: Which solution is right for your warehouse?
Forklifts are the workhorse of the warehouse, but they’re not the only option available.
Dec. 16, 2024 -
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How will trucking fare against tariffs? Economists weigh in
The true impact of tariffs, and which ones will ultimately materialize, is still unclear, experts said.
By David Taube • Dec. 13, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX port labor talksTrump backs ILA on automation concerns
The president-elect spoke out against the technology after meeting with International Longshoremen’s Association President Harold Daggett.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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OnTrac, GLS US announce upcoming rate hikes
The carriers are also implementing higher surcharges as they try to keep pace with FedEx and UPS' price increases.
By Max Garland • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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FedEx, UPS’ 2025 fee hikes will wallop bulky package shippers
Surcharges applied to larger products are outpacing other fee increases, parcel pricing experts say.
By Max Garland • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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Need a de minimis strategy? Here are 4 questions every shipper should ask.
Shipping using Section 321 is not a good idea for every e-commerce company, logistics experts say.
By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 12, 2024 -
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USPS softens service targets as DeJoy takes heat from Congress
The agency lowered its on-time delivery goals for fiscal year 2025 to 80% for some Postal Service offerings, igniting further criticism from lawmakers.
By Max Garland • Dec. 11, 2024 -
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Canada Post strike: What shippers should know
The work stoppage is sparking shipping delays and capacity challenges at other carriers, disrupting the flow of holiday packages.
By Max Garland • Dec. 9, 2024 -
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Utz Brands opens Pennsylvania logistics hub
The 650,000-square-foot facility is able to handle more than 1 billion pounds of product annually, the company estimates.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 9, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Iron MountainPreparing the modern warehouse for modern weather
Whatever Mother Nature sends our way, we're prepared.
By Rachel Martin, Warehousing & Logistics Marketing Leader, Iron Mountain • Dec. 9, 2024 -
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Best Buy launches scheduled parcel delivery
The capability, live in several U.S. markets, allows customers to schedule a two-hour delivery window up to a week in advance.
By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2024 -
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FedEx plans North Carolina layoffs in Network 2.0 rollout
The delivery giant is closing one ship center and trimming its workforce at another, impacting 341 employees.
By Max Garland • Dec. 5, 2024 -
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Amazon faces allegations it withheld Prime delivery in parts of Washington, DC
The e-commerce giant called claims it stopped providing its fastest shipping services to two zip codes "categorically false.”
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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Parcel carriers poised for faster peak season deliveries
November delivery speeds improved by 27% year over year amid better fulfillment and transit times, according to project44.
By Max Garland • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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IMC Logistics to be sold, supply chain conglomerate announces
Switzerland-headquartered Kuehne+Nagel will acquire a majority stake in the Tennessee-based marine drayage provider.
By David Taube • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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What shippers and carriers seek from a modern TMS
Transportation management systems can be a “game changer,” but emerging technology integrations will spur even more benefits.
By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Dec. 6, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Werner EnterprisesWhy is intermodal growing in popularity? It’s smarter, faster and greener transport.
Discover how intermodal shipping is revolutionizing logistics with enhanced efficiency, sustainability and reliability for modern businesses.
Dec. 2, 2024 -
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How MeatWorks cooked up a shipping expansion
After finding the right combination of delivery speed and reliability, the company is adjusting to heightened demand.
By Max Garland • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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Parcel carrier Spee-Dee Delivery opts for no 2025 rate hike
The Midwest-focused delivery provider won't increase base shipping charges and is eyeing coverage expansion next year.
By Max Garland • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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Hy-Vee improves visibility, delivery performance
The grocery retailer’s adoption of a transportation management system improves the operation of its complex cross-dock network, SVP of Distribution Matt Beenblossom said.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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Spot trucking rates climb, offering hope to carriers
Shippers are still benefiting from a discount in the spot market of 8.7% below contract rates, DAT Group Product Manager Chad Kennedy said.
By David Taube • Nov. 26, 2024
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