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This Week in Logistics News (May 14 – 20)

Logistics Viewpoints

We are seeing it now in terms of truck drivers and warehouse workers, and Walmart is an example of a company that has been trying to get ahead of these shortages by offering higher wages and on-the-job perks. Kroger’s foundation is funding food waste research. Wingcopter to deploy 12,000 drones across Africa.

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Navigating the Produce Supply Chain

Blue Grace Logistics

Packaging plays a significant role in preserving freshness and preventing damage during transportation. Transportation: Produce often travels long distances to reach consumers. The primary modes of transport include trucks, ships, and planes.

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Smart Supply Chains Adapt to Overcome COVID-19 Challenges

Logistics Bureau

Almost 75 percent of US companies are experiencing capacity shortfalls in their supply chains, due to Coronavirus-linked transport disruptions , a new study has shown. A study of the tactics employed by companies falling into category 2 may provide lessons in shrewd supply chain management that we could all learn from.

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Circular Economy: Principles, Benefits & Applications

Compactor Management Company

This article goes into the fundamental ideas behind the circular economy and looks at real-world examples that have a beneficial impact on the environment, the economy, and society. Case Studies and Success Stories This section showcases real-world examples of circular economy implementation across various industries.

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Eco-Friendly Packaging + Shipping Materials for Ecommerce Orders

Ship Monk

Example: a bicycle is more eco-friendly than a sedan, but a sedan is more eco-friendly than a Hummer. For example, mailers that have more than one adhesive strip can be used more than once. Yup, corn isn’t just a delightful food to have at a summer BBQ; it’s an eco-friendly ecommerce alternative. No worries.

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Eco-Friendly Packaging + Shipping Materials for Ecommerce Orders

Ship Monk

Example: a bicycle is more eco-friendly than a sedan, but a sedan is more eco-friendly than a Hummer. For example, mailers that have more than one adhesive strip can be used more than once. Yup, corn isn’t just a delightful food to have at a summer BBQ; it’s an eco-friendly ecommerce alternative. No worries.

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Resources for Women in the Skilled Trades

WorkWave

Studies show that when the women’s labor force participation rises , so does the economy and the GDP. Skilled automotive trades are associated with cars, vehicles, and transportation. Consider the percentages of women in the following industries: Agriculture: 25% Automotive repair and maintenance: 9.7% Automotive Trades.