The Fresh Market has entered into a partnership with NielsenIQ (NIQ). This new cooperation is aimed at “significantly enhancing” The Fresh Market’s understanding of consumer behavior. “We are delighted to work with The Fresh Market, a leader in delivering exceptional shopping experiences,” said Raha Alavi, senior vice...

The Fresh Market to partner with NielsenIQ on shopper insights

GearTrack, an intelligent supply chain management solution to track critical assets across the value chain, has partnered with Gallagher-Kaiser (GK), an industry-leading supplier of turn-key paint finishing systems, industrial & commercial HVAC, and mechanical automotive systems. GearTrack enables real-time visibility to enhance supply chain traceability and confidence for GK. GearTrack’s...

GearTrack Partners with Gallagher-Kaiser to Supply Critical Asset Tracking Intelligence

Erie, PA

ERIE, PA (August 14, 2024) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, is proud to announce it has been included on Inc. magazine's 2024 Inc. 5000 list, an exclusive ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. LP made the list with an impressive three-year sales growth rate of over 76% from 2020 to 2023 for its U.S.-based operations. Logistics Plus has made the list for the sixth time in the past seven years and the ninth time overall since 2007. LP was one of only three companies based in Erie, Pennsylvania, and one of only 166 logistics and transportation companies to make the 2024 list.

Logistics Plus Makes Inc. 5000 Annual List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for a Ninth Time

Since 2020, Power has raised $220 million for Hadrian, a largely autonomous factory that mass-produces parts for space and defense companies. While Hadrian has produced parts for major defense companies, it had to turn away some defense tech startups because startups have to rapidly iterate on product designs, meaning they need one hyper-specific part today and another design tomorrow. Hadrian, which was last valued at around $500 million, would have to constantly set up entirely new production lines, ruining the point of using its hyper-efficient automated factory.

The defense tech acquisition spree has begun: Autonomous factory startup Hadrian acquires Datum Source

A new tool from logistics tech startup Qued lets brokers, 3PLs and carriers use a simple email request to automatically schedule and confirm load appointments, the Virginia firm said. The tool uses an AI-enabled smart workflow platform to automate the process by incorporating natural language processing to automatically read and...

Qued platform automates pickup and delivery scheduling

Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins cited 'several $100 million-plus transactions in the quarter.'. Deep cuts at Cisco Systems appear aimed at readying the 40-year-old networking giant for increased customer demand to modernize technology for improved security and artificial intelligence growth – areas where Cisco partners can see business gains in the new fiscal year.

Cisco Layoffs, AI And Security Focus: 5 Things To Know

Nick Gentile is vice president of operations at Savety Yellow Products, a warehouse safety products and solutions business founded by his parents in 2003. Gentile grew up in the family business. As a teenager he did everything from basic office work to working the paint line and helping in the manufacturing processes. Today, Gentile’s primary role is overseeing the day-to-day operations of purchasing, production, sales, staffing, training, and the warehouse.

In Person interview: Nick Gentile of Savety Yellow Products

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

In a constantly evolving manufacturing environment, fostering a culture of safety through employee engagement, data-driven analysis, interactive training and strategic automation is essential for mitigating risks and ensuring workplace safety. Manufacturing is a constantly evolving industry. Shifts in factory technology, growing customer demand for manufactured products across a wide variety...

Best Practices for 2024: Driving Safety in a Changing Manufacturing Environment

Alabama State

Utz Brands plowed ahead with its plan to shrink its manufacturing network in Q2, part of a strategy to cut costs while focusing on distribution and market gains. The company sold two plants — in Michigan and Pennsylvania — to chip brand Our Home in April. Utz has shed at least six of its plants over the past several months through a mixture of closures and divestments, leaving it with eight current facilities.

Utz’s supply chain overhaul shrinks manufacturing network

Denver, CO

Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

As philanthropy grows to encapsulate a wider range of important causes and communities, trust-based grantmaking has emerged as a prominent yet often misunderstood approach. According to a January 2024 opinion piece in the Chronicle of Philanthropy, some misconceptions persist about this method, particularly the notion that it equates to a lack of accountability.

Martin Segal: Enhancing Philanthropy with Trust-Based Grants

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

Covington, GA

The Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 8, 2024-- Archer Aviation Inc. (“Archer” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ACHR) today announced operating and financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. The Company issued a shareholder letter discussing those results, as well as its third quarter 2024 estimates. The shareholder letter may be accessed on the Company’s investor relations website here. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240808890164/en/ Recent photo of Archer’s high-volume manufacturing facility in Covington, GA (Photo: Business Wire)

Archer Announces Key Terms Of Contract Manufacturing Relationship With Stellantis–Representing Up To ~$400M To Help Scale Midnight Production To 650 Aircraft Annually–Secures $230M In Additional Equity Capital From Strategic & Institutional Investors

Every product or service that you consume is part of a supply chain. Supply chains include an array of activities connecting mining or harvesting, processing, manufacturing, logistics, marketing, retail, consumption, and waste management. Even quite simple products or services can have complex supply chains that span the globe. Each of...

Supply chains should make the world better, not worse—it's time for a rethink, say researchers

Los Angeles, CA

Serve Robotics Inc., a maker of autonomous sidewalk delivery robots, will distribute burgers and fries from Shake Shack through Uber Eats, the delivery platform of Uber Technologies Inc., the partners said today. Under terms of the deal, hungry customers who order food from select Shake Shack restaurants in Los Angeles...

Serve Robotics to provide sidewalk delivery vehicles for Shake Shack

New Jersey State

Collingswood, NJ

Morristown Minute

CAMDEN, N.J. – Ralston Boswell, 34, of Collingswood, New Jersey, has admitted to participating in schemes to fraudulently obtain Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and unemployment insurance benefits. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Plea: Man's PPP & Unemployment Fraud - $209K Scam

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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Acquisitions trend could sweep through transportation and logistics firms

The transportation and logistics sector could be in for a new wave of mergers and acquisitions as companies struggle with supply chain disruptions and enduring inflation,...

Acquisitions trend could sweep through transportation and logistics firms

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