What the latest warehouse data is signaling about inflation and the economy – CNBC
What the latest warehouse data is signaling about inflation and the economy - CNBC The chart above pretty much says it all - Though supply chain inflation has slowed, the going rate for warehousing has remained elevated. While high, that price point isn't rising. In...
One year later: How Ukraine-Russia war reshaped ocean shipping – AMERICAN SHIPPER
One year later: How Ukraine-Russia war reshaped ocean shipping - AMERICAN SHIPPER “It’s like when you were a little kid and played a game where you laid siege to a castle, and you surrounded it, trying to starve the people out. But in this siege — Russian sanctions —...
Warehousing latest issue in supply chains- THE FENCE POST
Warehousing latest issue in supply chains- THE FENCE POST At the end of February, representatives of agriculture, ocean and rail freight, logistics, consumer goods, and more met in LA for The International Sweetener Colloquium. The event, which opened with a golf...
White Paper: Cautious Optimism – Industry Expectations for 2023 – FREIGHT WAVES
White Paper: Cautious Optimism – Industry Expectations for 2023 - FREIGHT WAVES The transportation industry experienced a freight frenzy last year, following one of the most disruptive years in economic history. In 2021, the industry was hoping for a rebound as...
Top Retailers Still Bleeding Despite Landmark Online Sales in Q4
Home Depot Online sales increased by 4% in the fiscal fourth quarter of 2022 compared to a year ago. Approximately 45% of The Home Depot’s online Q4 2022 orders were fulfilled through stores, down 5% compared with the previous quarter. Home Depot to devote $1 billion...
Did you know…? Fosdick Customer Care and Call Center Service Infographic – FOSDICK NEWS
Learn more about Fosdick's contact center operations! We've outlined service offerings, capabilities, noteworthy 2022 data, and more. The downloadable PDF also features embedded contact links for those seeking Customer Care and Call Center services. View and download...
Walmart Launches B2B eCommerce Site for Business Spending
Walmart Inc., which became the world's largest retailer by servicing ordinary customers, is now aiming for a greater share of business customers with a website focusing on small and midsize businesses. Ashley Hubka, the senior vice president in charge of the program,...
2023 eCommerce Fulfillment Trends
A look back at eCommerce Fulfillment in 2022 - data, sentiment, trends, and what all that means for the year to come! The report covers a diverse range of topics and implications for 2023. The highlights: State-by-state order volume and eCommerce value Brand growth...
Fuel Prices are Dropping, So When Will Transportation and Logistics Companies Roll Back Surcharges?
From the US Energy Information Administration: Rising crude oil prices and increased gasoline demand early in 2022 contributed to rising US retail gasoline prices in the summer. but gasoline prices ended 2022 lower than at the start of the year because of more...
Peak Season a Major Win for USPS Thanks to Delivering for America Initiative
According to preliminary figures, the USPS reported strong performance from October 1 to December 23. In a year-end press conference, the Postal Service stated that its peak season preparations "reflected strategic investments and operational precision improvements."...
Less peak, more bleak: Holiday retailers holding peak inventory close to the chest.
The holiday peak rush is proving a bit anticlimactic for freight companies. As overstocked shops cancel international orders, freighters have lowered their volume expectations leading up to the holiday. In fact, a number of indicators seem to tell the tale of...
Here’s why every DTC brand should become a global player in 2023 (plus stats and trends for the new year!)
Global commerce feels like a big complicated topic. The word global has some weight to it (6.6 sextillion tons, according to space.com). Similarly, commerce is just so vague and all-encompassing of the ways we make and spend money. For instance, in the US, the notion...
Trending Carrier News | Continued
8/25 | USPS INCREASES FREIGHT BROKER SPEND UNDER DEJOY IN EFFORT TO CUT AGENCY COSTS: Public data indicates that the Postal Service has intensified its freight broker spend under Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. The increase in broker deals marks the postal service's...
Carrier Peak Surcharge | Cheat Sheet, 2022
For this month’s #IntheNumbers, we’re taking a slightly different approach and punting on our typical data deep dive. Instead, we’re using our usual nerdy segment to provide some practical info for 3pls, brands, and anyone else who regularly concerns themselves with...
More on USPS / Freight Broker Relationship
For many years, the United States Postal Service has acted as a major carrier that has somehow avoided using freight brokers. As a result, they saved a small fortune. Then, in the fiscal year 2021, the Postal Service spent close to $10 billion transporting packages...
VR Platforms Deliver Metaverse-Style Experiences to Online Shopping
Two companies are paving the way for customers as they explore virtual shopping in the metaverse. Emperia is a virtual reality platform specializing in art, retail, and fashion. Most recently, the company has been working with brands to create virtual shopping...
National Forklift Safety Day Recap
National Forklift Safety Day returned to a live, in-person event on June 14, 2022, following two years of virtual activities. This year's event featured both live and online components. Each year, the day aims to increase awareness of forklift safety and adequate...
Record-High Diesel Prices & Limping Trucking Industry Paint Grim Picture of Economy
The price of diesel has skyrocketed. Of course, that is not news to anyone, especially readers of this blog. And while fuel costs have been difficult for everyone, it has been especially challenging for transportation and logistics companies, carriers, independent...