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Reverse Logistics

Kalera to Open Newest Vertical Farming Facility in Denver

This is the latest step in Kalera’s rapid domestic and international expansion plan to grow fresh, clean and nutritious leafy greens in close proximity to urban centers.

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Software & Technology

Hybrid Locations Will Transform Retail: CBRE Report

New brick-and-mortar store format combines in-store technology and consumer experience with ecommerce fulfillment, direct-from-store shipping.

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Arkansas to See Additional Amazon Fulfillment Center

Amazon claims that a new fulfillment center in North Little Rock, Arkansas will create over 500 new, full-time jobs.

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Sourcing & Procurement

Michigan State University, Maine Pointe Study Says Pandemic Illuminated Weaknesses in Aviation, Aerospace and Defense Supply Chain

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According to the white paper, pressure seen in both the commercial and defense aviation sectors is the result of a long-standing cost-down model, with the pandemic bringing out weaknesses that have been present for decades.

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Sourcing & Procurement

Electrocomponents plc Acquires Synovos for $145M

The agreement with Synovos will give the newly combined organization an even stronger position with global clients in a range of industries, including life sciences, consumer health, chemicals and more.

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When BOPIS and Curbside Pickup Create Havoc

Adding home delivery to BOPIS not only delivers convenience for the holiday season, but it strengthens retail brand messages that will extend well after the holidays wrap up.

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E-Commerce Solutions

The State of Wireless Asset Tracking in the Supply Chain Industry

Wireless asset tracking gives businesses more control by providing an efficient, constant and remote way to locate and monitor assets in real time.

More companies are moving toward using Internet of Things to create greater efficiency within their supply chain.

How Your Business Can Succeed in the Midst of COVID-19 and the Impending Holiday Season “Shipageddon”

With the pending crush of online orders, it’s estimated there could be a potential shortfall of 7 million packages a day between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Study: Market for Micro-Fulfillment Centers to Reach $10B by 2026

It is expected that there will be one micro-fulfillment center for every 10th of U.S. total 40,000 grocery stores by 2030.

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Study: 1 in 3 Logistics Firms Losing $250K Annually Due to Poor Integration

The cultural shift of employees working from home topped the list of conundrums survey-takers identified, with 51% of respondents citing this as the No. 1 supply chain disruption impacting their business in 2020.

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Risk/Compliance

Stericycle Releases Workplace Safety Survey

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The Workplace Safety Survey highlights the perceptions that employees and business leaders have on COVID-19 safety investments and protocols, corporate responsibility and concerns about employee safety.

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Why Companies’ E-Commerce Fulfillment Networks Aren’t so Fulfilling for Merchants

Instead of walls and hurdles, preventing growth and advancement, true next-generation fulfillment solutions can facilitate collaboration between all members of the value chain.

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