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When Amazon launched Amazon Prime in 2005 , it revolutionized the retail market by introducing 2-day delivery for its members, offering an unprecedented level of instant gratification. Fast forward 20 years, and the service has evolved to include options for…
In the fast-paced world of retail and consumer goods logistics and warehousing, efficiency is vital. Businesses need to optimize their operations to meet ever-growing customer demands while keeping costs in check. Whether you're managing a fulfillment…
As we step into 2024, the logistics and e-commerce sectors are bracing for significant changes. Here's an insightful look at the anticipated trends that will shape the industry landscape in the coming year.
A Big Announcement You heard that right. Ready your next shipment. Call up your suppliers. We’ve got a port! We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve expanded R&S’s footprint to include a 3PL warehouse out of the port of Savannah, Georgia. This was a huge…
Dear ACWI Members, In this issue of ACWI Advance we take a closer look at these stories: Technological advances and social changes are reshaping the grocery industry . July’s online grocery sales were down by 7% compared to last year. Retail spending growth…
Dear ACWI Members, In this issue of ACWI Advance we take a closer look at these stories: The robust industrial real estate outlook (according to a mortgage services firm). Armstrong reports that asset- and non-asset-based 3PLs thrived in 2022 . Covid vaccine…
Reshoring is becoming a growing trend, with more and more firms looking to source products closer to home and away from manufacturing giants like China. This new development is driven by factors such as the Ukraine war, China's slowdown, and TikTok.
Dear ACWI Members, In this issue of ACWI Advance we take a closer look at these stories: The Supreme Court affirmative action ruling may impact employers. New OSHA National Emphasis Program targets warehousing. Retailers forecast record spending for…
Dear ACWI Members, In this issue of ACWI Advance we take a closer look at these stories: Chemical manufacturers see economy in turmoil and a future hard to predict. An attorney offers best practices to help avoid violating child labor laws . The playing of…
Dear ACWI Members, In this issue of ACWI Advance we take a closer look at these stories: Logistics management undergoing a reset , according to CSCMP report. Public acceptance of marijuana creates challenges for fleet managers. WERC publishes 2023 DC…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has been effectively improving logistics for years. (Think of the AI-powered travel time predictions you now expect from GPS). What you may not know is that AI is helping third-party logistics (3PL) providers improve…
Dear ACWI Members, In this issue of ACWI Advance we take a closer look at these stories: West Coast ports face threat from Gulf and East Coast ports , say researchers. Washington is the latest state to adopt warehouse production quota limits . HR…