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Crafting Michaels nationwide distribution network

Posted on August 25, 2021 by problogic

The following table lists the distribution centers, their location, size, and year opened for Michaels stores. The company began operations in 1973 in Dallas, Texas. As can be seen from the table, there are now eight (8) distribution facilities nationwide, … Continue reading →

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The lowdown on Lowe’s distribution network

Posted on August 18, 2021 by problogic

Below are three (3) tables identifying the regional distribution centers (RDC), fulfillment centers, and bulk distribution centers for Lowe’s. Smaller, local distribution facilities and cross-dock facilities are not included. As is evident from the tables, Pennsylvania leads the way with … Continue reading →

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Three stages of becoming an important logistics hub

Posted on May 7, 2021 by problogic

With “just-in-time” supply chains and distribution networks, as well as ever-increasing digital sales, efficient logistics networks have become vitally important to the business community. In that same vein, this modern distribution paradigm has led to the establishment of enormous logistics … Continue reading →

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Seaport suburbs of major inland cities

Posted on April 21, 2021 by problogic

Some of the largest cities in the world are located a relatively short distance inland. As a result, their primary seaport developed at a coastal suburb instead. Secondarily, several of these cities once had harbors, but due to their shallow … Continue reading →

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Great Ore Docks of the Great Lakes – Updated

Posted on August 18, 2020 by problogic

Iron ore docks are one of the most iconic symbols of the northern Great Lakes. From the last quarter of the 19th-century to the mid-20th century these enormous timber or steel/concrete structures dominated the skylines of places like Ashland, Duluth, … Continue reading →

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Charting the waters of Trader Joe’s distribution network: UPDATE #2

Posted on August 15, 2015 by problogic

Below is a list of Trader Joe’s distribution facilities in the United States, along with the size, date opened, and geographic locations. With the exception of their facilities near Chicago and Dallas, all are concentrated on the East and West coasts, as … Continue reading →

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America’s busiest container ports in 2014

Posted on June 5, 2015 by problogic

Interesting data provided in the chart below. Despite a labor strike in 2014, Los Angeles and Long Beach continued to the lead the way as the busiest container ports in the United States based on twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). the … Continue reading →

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Great seaports from space – Atlantic Coast

Posted on May 9, 2014 by problogic
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Great seaports from space – North America’s Pacific Coast

Posted on April 17, 2014 by problogic

Here are some great satellite images from Honolulu, Hawaii; Long Beach, California; Los Angeles, California; Mazatlan, Mexico, Oakland California; Tacoma, Washington; and Vancouver, British Columbia. Enjoy!

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Great seaports from space – Oceania

Posted on April 12, 2014 by problogic
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