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The retailer pegged a double-digit slide in its margins on increased shipping costs that "more than offset" a nearly 21% YoY increase in sales, executives said this week.

Volumes were low in December, but the company wants to be ahead of the curve. It's thinking ahead to SKU rationalization as a way to improve throughput.

Sourcing for freezers and syringes ticked up significantly, and nitrile gloves are expected to be in high demand throughout the year.

Shippers, forwarders and carriers pivoted to short-term rate negotiations and the spot market as airfreight capacity dropped 18% YoY.

The facility is part of the retailer's $1.2 billion supply chain investment and includes six miles of mechanized lines. 

Trucking firms may pass added costs down to shippers, depending on the relationship, as well as the terms of the contract between the two parties, HTA's CEO said.

Additional square footage allows Amazon to handle more shipments internally and have greater control from point A to point B.

What led to a global imbalance of available shipping containers? And what were the effects on U.S. businesses?

Employment in the sector was up nearly 9% YoY in December to reach more than 1.29 million workers.

The peak season capacity shortfall experienced in 2020 is expected to continue in the new year, CEO Carol Tomé said Tuesday.

Some drivers are hesitant to transport hemp, because laws may vary from state to state. But the rewards are great if it's done right, one trucking executive said.