Warehouse space shortage will continue but 3PLs can help
If there is one word that supply chain professionals are tired of hearing, it’s “shortage.” There are labor shortages, driver shortages, equipment shortages, and warehouse space shortages from coast to coast. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at…
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Federal funding provides another boost to North Carolina rail
North Carolina’s rail infrastructure continues to improve and grow, supporting the needs of logisticians and manufacturers on the East Coast. This distribution infrastructure is part of the reason that the Tar Heel State was just named CNBC’s Best State for…
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Logistics helps North Carolina Rank #1 State for Business
North Carolina has again been recognized as the “Best State for Business.” This time, by CNBC. And factors related to logistics in North Carolina are a big part of the reason. In this article, we’ll look at the CNBC recognition…
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Looking for a Warehouse in North Carolina? Check out our pad
The national vacancy rate for industrial real estate is a very low 4.7% and falling. The pandemic-related rise of eCommerce, combined with companies holding onto more inventory to guard against supply chain disruptions, has led to a tight real estate…
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Solar panel logistics: tariffs waived for 24 months
Months of uncertainty about solar panel logistics in the US came to an end recently as the US government declared a 24-month tariff exemption for solar panels imported from Southeast Asian countries. In this article, we’ll examine what happened, what…
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Hurricane Season: Why Supply Chain Preparedness Matters
With the NOAA predicting a busier-than-usual hurricane season, there’s no better time to discuss the importance of supply chain preparedness. As stewards of your precious products, your logistics provider should ask the important questions and take the important action steps…
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Is a VMI strategy right for me?
Manufacturing professionals: Are you buying parts and other raw material inventory for your factory just to have it sit for weeks or months prior to consumption? By holding this inventory on your books, you’re doling out money for assets that…
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Looking for a North Carolina Warehouse to Rent? Turn to a 3PL
If your company is looking for a North Carolina warehouse to rent, you may be surprised to find ultra-low vacancy rates and stiff competition for availability.
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Why Do You Need a Warehouse with Rail Siding?
By working with a third-party logistics provider that offers warehouses equipped with rail siding, you can leverage all of these benefits into a smooth-running supply chain that not only operates more efficiently, but that also maximizes rail’s economies of scale, high speeds, and lower costs.
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