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Low unemployment is great for everyone, right? (Not so much in logistics…)

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percent, followed by North Dakota, 2.5 As we’ve noted in previous posts, contingent workers are the folks who come in to work in warehouses, on trucks, and distribution centers, and who keep the packages coming in from all of those Amazon orders you place online. Colorado had the lowest unemployment rate in May, 2.3

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

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Warehouses in New York and New Jersey are reopening in the next 30 days. Shippers should not expect difficulty in North Carolina. North Dakota. North Dakota has lifted public health restrictions on businesses. The state reopened many businesses on May 8 including childcare facilities. Status: Open.

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

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Warehouses in New Jersey and New York are reopening in the next 10-20 days and we expect to see an increase in outbound volume as a result. . Shippers should not expect difficulty in North Carolina.?? . North Dakota ? . North Dakota has lifted public health restrictions on businesses.?? .

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Logistics Market Stays Flat as May Begins

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Warehouses in New Jersey and New York are reopening in the next 30 days. It would be prudent to check with partners in the state before doing business in North Carolina. . North Dakota . Northeast Logistics . We expect to see an increase in outbound volumes from these states. . Status: Open .

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This Week in Logistics News (June 24 – 30)

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Starting next week, Amazon will start actively recruiting existing small businesses in 23 states including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Florida, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Dakota, and Washington. percent), manufacturing (4.5

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This Week in Logistics News (July 15 – 21)

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While still in the early stages of development, the emerging technology will instantly transport an item once it is picked at a warehouse or store to your living room. As of Wednesday afternoon, it is off, within hours of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) calling it on.

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

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If you frequently ship between states, or are considering opening a warehouse location in a particular state, take a look at our state-by-state breakdown below to help you make the best decision for you and your business. North Carolina. North Dakota. State-by-State Freight Shipping Prices Breakdown.

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