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"Industrywide supply chain challenges continue to impact our ability to rebuild inventory to desired levels,” Kohl’s CFO Jill Timm

Todd MaidenWednesday, December 1, 2021

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Retail inventories up ahead of holidays but replenishment cycle still lengthy

Retail inventories jump ahead of the holiday buying season but the need for restocking will extend well into 2022, which bodes well for freight demand.

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Grace SharkeyMonday, November 22, 2021

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Loadsmart challenges brokers to offer more than automation

“Leaders should realize that you’re not going to get a lot of benefit by trying to build volume with negative margins. The goal here is…

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Ocean carriers to honor fewer contractual commitments

Todd MaidenMonday, August 30, 2021

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Discount duress: Dollar Tree says high freight costs will dent earnings

Discount chain Dollar Tree expects the positive impact from heightened consumer demand to be totally offset by elevated transportation expenses this year.

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FreightWaves StaffTuesday, July 13, 2021

2021 Shipper of Choice profile: The Home Depot

As it navigates COVID-era supply chain challenges, The Home Depot focuses on treating carriers with the same respect as its own employees.

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FreightWaves StaffTuesday, June 22, 2021

Webinar: How The Home Depot Optimizes Freight Shipping for Resiliency & Flexibility

A dramatic shift away from services and toward goods brought a surge in demand for The Home Depot products. With freight capacity strained, the team…

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Andrew CoxSunday, May 23, 2021

Home Depot’s ‘One Supply Chain’ is taking shape with massive 2021 growth

The headlines are touting Target’s store fulfillment numbers, but Home Depot’s right behind, fulfilling 55% of online orders from stores. This is particularly advantageous for…

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Todd MaidenThursday, March 4, 2021

‘Improved’ inventories still lagging sales growth; tailwind for trucking

Several of the nation’s largest retailers say inventory positions are improving. However, retail sales continue to outpace efforts to stock up, suggesting trucking demand could…

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Grace SharkeyWednesday, March 3, 2021

Loadsmart continues growth strategy with flatbed offering

The Home Depot, a current customer of Loadsmart, was happy to see the brokerage continue its commitment to bring freight optimization to its supply chain.

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