THE UPS AND DOWNS OF THE LOGISTICS INDUSTRY IN 2023

As 2023 nears its end, looking back may require sifting through many negatives of the past 12 months in logistics such as “strikes, bankruptcies, security incidents, weather events,” and more, but there are also many positives that stand out as well. It’s clear that the logistics industry “is an incredibly connected network of companies and individuals who are extremely passionate” and “will work countless hours to move this industry forward.” Read more…

EXPLAINING WAREHOUSE EMPLOYMENT LOSSES IN THE INLAND EMPIRE

With the logistics industry continuing to play an increasingly large role in the Inland Empire, including the region becoming the “warehouse capital of the world,” it is all the more curious that the industry “has experienced employment losses of over 20,000 jobs (7.1%) since December 2021. This significant decline is both worrisome and puzzling as it is unique to the Inland Empire,” as “the U.S. overall saw growth in this industry during that time.” Read more…