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It’s officially summer (almost) and we’re gonna shake up The Packet format this week because we all need some change. If you’re loving The Packet so far, just wait for what we have in store. Also tell your friends and coworkers to subscribe so you finally have something in common. Let’s unpack it.
The giant e-commerce company has announced a new blockbuster deal. For a whooping $8.45 billion, it will acquire MGM Studios, which famous for classics like James Bond, Rocky and more timeless franchises, as well as 4,000 movies and 17,000 TV shows. Can’t you just smell the future product placement? After purchasing Whole Foods, this is Amazon’s second large acquisition in their journey to become the “everything e-commerce” store. Read more about the merger and what this means for the Entertainment industry here.
Just when it seemed like Bitcoin and cryptocurrency were finally embraced by Wall Street and Main Street, with companies like Tesla, WooCommerce and even Shopify accepting Bitcoin as payment, this month the entire cryptocurrency market has experienced huge swings of volatility, with prices dropping over 20% of all-time highs practically overnight. Speculators have taken a bleak stance on the future of cryptocurrency, and Mark Cuban has even coined this latest downturn “The Great Unwind.” Read more about Crypto and E-commerce at our blog here.
The viral video “Charlie Bit My Finger” will be removed from YouTube after the creators sold it as an NFT for $760,999. Learn more about NFTs and why people are clamoring to throw money at them here. Where are the Charlie Bit My Finger kids now you ask? Check out the riveting journey of their 10 year anniversary here. Warning: Graphic Content. Oh how child stars shine bright and fast. On a high-protein diet? It’s almost cicada season so check out a nice cookbook here.Ever wonder why freight railroads are separated into classes? It’s not smarts, but the annual revenue. Sounds like Harvard. Find out more here.
Giving new meaning to their ‘garden unit’, indoor farming is having its time in the grow lights. The vertical farming startup Bowery just announced a $300 million round of funding for its indoor “post-organic” farm, which grows pesticide-free leafy greens inside a New Jersey warehouse. Mmmm fresh. And now, its products are sold in 850 stores nationwide. Learn more about the indoor farming industry here.
“Finding high-quality, well-tailored men’s clothing online can be a tall order—especially for men who are 6’3” or taller. So demand was really high when American Tall, a men’s apparel brand for tall men, launched their direct-to-consumer ecommerce site. American Tall is a direct-to-consumer lifestyle brand for tall (and extra tall) men. They create quality, tailored clothing and accessories for men between 6’3”–7’1” with a Medium to XXL tall build...”Continue reading and learn how American Tall scaled their fulfillment Operations by 400% with ShipHero in our latest case study!
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Explore the top 3PL companies in Canada and learn how third-party logistics providers play a vital role in optimizing supply chains. Discover the benefits of partnering with a 3PL, key services offered, and steps to start working with a 3PL in Canada.
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Discover the top 5 best third-party logistics (3PL) companies for your business needs, offering extensive networks, advanced technology, and superior customer service. Learn about the benefits of 3PL services, how to choose the right provider, and avoid common mistakes.
Discover the role, benefits, key features, requirements, and implementation of a 3PL Warehouse Management System (WMS) for optimizing warehouse operations. Learn about scalability, integration, real-time visibility, and customization options to choose the best solution for your business.
At the denser wall, average picking time per order fell from 40 seconds to 13, and orders that ran clean from start to finish rose from 18% to 97%. This is the companion to our Direct Pack + Pack-to-Light case study, from the same research.
On September 1, 2026, Descartes Systems Group announced its acquisition of Extensiv for approximately $120 million. What was announced, what usually follows deals like this, and the questions Extensiv customers should put to their vendor before renewal.
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