Week in Review: Baltimore Bridge Price Tag, FTC Fines Williams-Sonoma, and More

Start your week informed and catch up on our biggest stories from last week.

Top 10 stories of the week

1. What's the cost to replace Baltimore's Key Bridge
    Baltimore's Dept of Transportation projects a new bridge should be up and running by the fall of 2028. But what is the price tag?

2. Robots are Enhancing Human Workers, Not Replacing Them
   Forget the science fiction horror stories, robots are here to stay — and that's not a bad thing

3. Williams-Sonoma hit with record fine for misleading customers
   The luxury home goods brand advertised products as being “Made in the USA” when they were manufactured overseas. Worst of all, it's their second time getting caught.

4. Meet Bluicity: The Startup That’s Predicting and Perfecting the Supply Chain
   Bluicity is out to improve food quality and reduce waste. In this week's Startup Spotlight, we look at how the company is helping bring better quality produce and meat to families throughout Canada.

5. Shipping Dispute Heats Up: Peloton vs. Flexport:
   Peloton alleges Flexport wasted millions in unnecessary shipping charges and poor management. 

6. Mexico Continues As America’s Top Trade Partner in March
   The rise of nearshoring continues as Mexico takes the top spot, but where does China rank? 

7. How E-Commerce Deliveries Are Failing Today’s Consumer
   Ever had that package you were so excited about appear on your doorstep a few days late? You're not alone.

8. Impending Canadian Rail Strike Could Paralyze Country’s Economy
   Over 9,000 rail workers are ready to walk off the job, which would wreak havoc on critical transportation routes.

9. Amazon Rolls Out 50 New Electric Volvo Trucks in California
   Amazon has an ambitious goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, and this switch to EVs is part of that initiative.  

10. Why Companies are Pushing for a Quieter Warehouse
    Warehouses and DCs turn their focus to protecting workers’ hearing and dimming the noise within the four walls.

     

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— James Gingerich #B2B #Technology #Influencer (@jamesvgingerich) May 1, 2024

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