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| FedEx Contractors Blame Company for Peak Losses |
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| A disgruntled group of FedEx Ground contractors are blaming the company for losses this past peak season due to investments in leased vehicles and temporary staff for a massive holiday deluge that never materialized, the Wall Street Journal is reporting. More than 800 of FedEx Ground’s 5,000+ contractor firms signed onto the letter. |
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| Dronamics Expands Cargo Drone Network in Europe |
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| Belgium-based Dronamics, maker of a long-range cargo drone that can carry up to 770 lbs. of payload, is expanding its network by adding two new “droneport” locations at airports in Germany and Denmark, creating a total of 42 locations in 14 European cities. A partnership with DHL in APAC calls for deployment of 4,000 drones. |
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| Supply Chain Software: 5 Deployment Best Practices |
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| Whether launching new supply chain software or migrating from an existing system, having a precise evaluation and selection process drives operational effectiveness. It also reinforces transparency and fluidity throughout the organization. A thorough evaluation mapping process is one of the most powerful tools you have. |
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| 11 Ecommerce Fulfillment Center Layout Design Principles |
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| There are several basic principles that apply to ecommerce fulfillment center layout and design that tie into operating an efficient facility. Without them, you'll face capacity issues, decreased productivity and storage inadequacies. Here are 11 key principles to consider when looking at FC layout, design and productivity. |
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