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In this edition, we share posts on transportation-related shortages, and an update on Ford’s self-driving cars.
Chick-Fil-A’s Chicken Shortage
Chick-Fil-A is the latest in a string of fast-food chains to run out of a core ingredient due to delivery delays. It seems that getting the chicken across the road is getting to be a challenge. Read more…
Trucker Shortages Affecting Supply Chains
Hm. Any relationship between delivery delays and truck-driver shortages? With 63,000 positions unfilled, the nation’s trucking companies are upping pay and benefits to lure in more truck drivers. Read more…
It’s Not Delivery, It’s Driverless Delivery
Or perhaps there’s another solution in the works. As with many automakers, Ford is making a big investment in self-driving cars. They’re working with Postmates to get you a meal that’s hot, fast, and self-driven. Read more…
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