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Why Taxing Automation is a Bad Idea

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Much of our investment and research into automation is a response to find a consistent labor force – a variable critical to meeting customer needs. The ATA estimates the shortage could reach 50,000 by the end of 2017 and could even grow to 176,000 by 2026. And the silver lining? Should we tax automation?

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Evolution of E-commerce: The possibilities of tomorrow

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Routing optimization and analysis of shipping capacity are shaping up as good niches for predictive analytics, says Vernon. A recent study from the American Trucking Associations (ATA) predicted that the shortage would reach 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017, and, if trends hold, could reach 174,000 drivers by 2026.

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Industry Experts Discuss Technology Trends & Solutions for Efficient Ecommerce Logistics – Supply Chain 24/7

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Routing optimization and analysis of shipping capacity are shaping up as good niches for predictive analytics, says Vernon. A recent study from the American Trucking Associations (ATA) predicted that the shortage would reach 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017, and, if trends hold, could reach 174,000 drivers by 2026.