SML Acquires Sumzed AB

| Press Release

Acquisition enhances SML’s retail RFID operations portfolio and strengthens Northern Europe footprint Dallas, Jan. 12, 2022 — SML, a worldwide leader in retail RFID technology and solutions, has today announced … Continue Reading →

Cart.com Acquires FB Flurry, Significantly Expands Coverage

| Mike O'Brien

Cart.com, a provider of ecommerce software and fulfillment services, has acquired 3PL FB Flurry for an undisclosed sum, quadrupling its total fulfillment space to more than 2 million square feet while improving its same-day and two-day delivery coverage.

Hits of the Week 1-10-22

| David Hurwitz

week of 1/10/22 Carriers Come Through for Christmas After a hairy 2020 peak season, with capacity at a premium and late parcel orders piling up, on-time performance by the big … Continue Reading →

Retail Year in Review: Many Positives in Transition Period

| Mike O'Brien

From ongoing supply chain and port woes tying up production, distribution and fulfillment worldwide to an encouraging bounce on holiday sales, 2021 was an up-and-down affair in retail and ecommerce, but deep-pocket investors saw all kinds of potential as billions poured in and unicorns proliferated.

Hits of the Week 1-3-22

| David Hurwitz

week of 1/3/22 Retail Year in Review: Many Positives in Transition Period From ongoing supply chain and port woes tying up production, distribution and fulfillment worldwide to an encouraging bounce … Continue Reading →

Ryder Acquires Whiplash, Expands Network

| Mike O'Brien

Ryder System Inc. has significantly expanded its fulfillment network and added automation capabilities through the acquisition of 3PL Whiplash for $480 million, giving it warehouse assets in key markets and ports including Long Beach, CA, Seattle/Tacoma, New York/New Jersey and Savannah, GA.