Amazon Claims Redesigned Robots Cut Sorting Mistakes in Half

The robots are in use at the company's Denver facility.

Jun 7th, 2019
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FedEx, UPS Suspend Service Guarantees
The parcel logistics giants outlined measures taken to accommodate delays and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 2nd, 2020
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Logistics Industry Divided Over Virus Impact
It is not easy to decipher which one of the two opinions is more justified.
Mar 26th, 2020
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NAW to Pence: Don't Bypass Distributors
NAW expressed to Pence concerns over manufacturers sending critical products direct to end users amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Mar 25th, 2020
In this March 23, 2018 file photo, associates move bins filled with products at the loading dock of Amazon's then-new fulfillment center in Livonia, MI.
Nine Amazon Facilities Have Had Virus Cases
All nine cases have been reported over a span of eight days.
Mar 25th, 2020
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COVID-19 Disruption: What Distributors Should Do Next
As we won't see "business as usual" for a while, here are critical steps distributors need to take now to strengthen their positions for a new normal.
Mar 18th, 2020
An Amazon Fulfillment Center in the East San Francisco bay area.
Amazon Stocking Only Essentials
For the next three weeks, Amazon won't accept shipments of products that don't fit that criteria.
Mar 17th, 2020
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Most Mfgs. Expect Financial Impact from Virus
A new NAM survey shows a vast majority of manufacturers expect the virus to impact sales and that they're asking for clear guidelines.
Mar 16th, 2020
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Eco-Friendly, Linerless Tote Labels
It features a coated surface that makes it easier to apply and remove barcode tracking labels.
Mar 13th, 2020
In this Dec. 19, 2018, file photo packages await delivery inside of a UPS truck in Baltimore. United Parcel Service Inc. reports financial results on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020.
UPS Names New CEO
David Abney will retire after a 46-year career with the logistics company.
Mar 12th, 2020
In this March 4, 2020 file photo, shelves where disinfectant wipes and sprays are usually displayed sit empty in a pharmacy in Providence, RI as confirmed cases of the coronavirus rise in the US. Legions of nervous hoarders are stocking up on canned goods, frozen dinners, toilet paper, and cleaning products. Such hoarding that's expected to last for weeks has created big challenges for discounters and grocery stores as well as food delivery services.
Spreading Virus Brings Fears, Stockpiling
Stockpiling is expected to last for weeks, resulting in a boon for discounters and grocery stores as well as food delivery services, while also introducing logistical headaches.
Mar 6th, 2020
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Coronavirus' Impact on Small Parcel Shipping
As COVID 19 continues to disrupt supply chains and logistics operations around the globe, see how the virus is impacting volume for major parcel carriers.
Mar 5th, 2020
In this Feb. 18, 2020 file photo, the logo for Walmart appears above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Walmart is confirming that it's developing a competitor to Amazon's juggernaut Prime membership program. The company declined on Thursday, Feb. 27 to offer details, but a spokeswoman said it will be called Walmart+.
Walmart to Launch Amazon Prime Rival
The discounter would reportedly have certain perks that the online leader couldn't offer.
Feb 28th, 2020