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ACI Logistix increasing capacity for peak 2022
Businesses large and small should begin preparations now to anticipate the unique challenges of peak season.
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UPS fires on all cylinders in Q4 and 2021, sending shares soaring
UPS posted its best quarterly operating profit in its history. It also declared a 49% dividend increase.
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Holiday truckload demand stronger than in 2020
After a year of record demand, shippers are hesitant to pull their feet off the accelerators heading into the “slow” season.
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Last-mile logistics tech helps carriers, brokers cope with peak season
Efficiency is the key to keeping costs low and customer satisfaction high. This becomes more and more relevant as consumer expectations shift and strengthen in…
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Postal Service may lack resources to meet peak delivery needs — OIG report
An Office of Inspector General report said a shortage of commercial truck drivers may compromise the Postal Service’s surface transport capability.
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Peak season analysis and strategy
With demand outpacing supply all year, the entirety of 2021 has mirrored peak season conditions. Despite these challenges ahead of the holiday season, there are…
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Pitney Bowes announces 5.9% e-commerce rate increase, hiring plans
Pitney Bowes plans to hire thousands of seasonal employees for holiday peak season, with many being offered the opportunity to remain with the company following…
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‘People are gonna be pulling their hair out’: Supply chain execs predict chaotic holiday peak
Modern Shipper spoke with several supply chain executives to get their takes on what could be the most chaotic holiday season in recent memory.
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Disparate solutions lead to inefficiencies in e-commerce era
When shippers are using several cobbled-together solutions with hit-or-miss integrations, they miss out on opportunities to optimize their business practices and workflows.
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Strong partnerships keep trucks rolling this peak season
Many of the conversations surrounding peak season headwinds center around shippers, but carriers are also faced with challenges during this time.
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