#logistics

#logistics

Twenty years ago this August, Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. More than 1,300 lives were lost. It destroyed homes, displaced families, and overwhelmed many of the institutions that undergird civil society. It was also a wake-up call that reshaped how the country responds to natural disasters. Over the past two decades, we've made real progress. Government agencies, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations have built stronger systems to prepare before disaster strikes.

Telematics uses GPS and sensors to track trucks and vans, providing managers data to resolve issues quickly, resulting in significant benefits for fleet operations.

The order states that the de minimis exemption will no longer apply 'regardless of value, country of origin, mode of transportation or method of entry' meaning all shipments will be subject to 'all applicable duties, taxes, fees, exactions and charges'.

In Grant's telling, postal workers bring order and predictability to a country that can feel like it's unraveling, especially during crises that starkly illustrate how reliant we are on the federal bureaucracy.

Automation and robotics have become crucial in improving port efficiency by significantly reducing human error in sea freight operations, ensuring a smoother logistics process.

Evri has delivered record results thanks to a boom in second-hand sellers sending parcels with the logistics giant.

The USPS announced the increases in April 2025 to help achieve financial stability, meet regulatory requirements, and cover the transportation cost of packages.

The right choice of shipping service can significantly impact the condition of beverages upon arrival, particularly for small-batch distillers and wine merchants.

During the pilot, the Tesla Semi was used for active freight delivery, including routes over the Altamont Pass. thyssenkrupp evaluated the vehicle's ability to reduce downtime, enhance delivery speed, and offer greater real-time supply chain visibility.

During the pandemic, the store-based fulfillment model, a prime example of "omnichannel fulfillment," went mainstream, promising faster, cheaper delivery by using local stores to fulfill online orders.

The facility now has storage capacity for approximately 1 million coffee bags and the ability to process and handle more than 2.5 million bags annually - doubling its previous processing capacity and increasing shipping capabilities by approximately 50%.

The so-called final mile of delivery, when a package is transported to a consumer's doorstep, is often the most challenging, industry experts say.

Chelsea faces Benfica in a crucial round of 16 tie at the FIFA Club World Cup, emphasizing the logistical challenges and preparations after their group stage performance.

"You're delivering the most important commerce in the history of the world; it shapes lives and communities every day."

If you’re planning on taking relatively large, bulky items like monitors, desktop computers, stereo equipment, TVs, it’ll be cheaper (and easier) to ship them in advance.

The record number of candidates for state exams has reached over 140,000, with significant increases particularly noted in the Leaving Cert and Leaving Cert Applied programmes.