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Given the impact of the last two years on food supply chains and on our lives in general, Rethink Everything as the theme of this year’s Food Shippers of America conference was on point. Among the many changes in our lives imposed by the pandemic are three basic trends that are causing manufacturers to rethink their supply chains. Let's take a look.

Last week, a few of our members from our corporate team spent the day volunteering at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore. As part of the Shippers Gives Back program, our team is committed to giving back to our communities by supporting charitable donations and by engaging in several volunteer opportunities throughout the year. Participating in volunteer activities like this reminds us of the importance of improving the lives of others. Each time we participate in these volunteer activities, not only are we strengthening our communities, but also our team as we work together to promote well-being for everyone.

As a company, we hold our veterans in high esteem, and while Memorial Day is not about the living, we still honor all of our veterans realizing the heavy heart of many veterans who lost brothers and sisters in arms during their time serving our country. For this, we are very grateful for their sacrifice, and those who have given their life so that we can enjoy the freedom of democracy.   

Over the past two years we’ve become familiar with the terms ‘low vacancy rates’ and ‘it’s a seller’s/landlord’s market’. We have seen the vacancy rates drop from 5.1% in 2020 to 3.7% last year. So, what has caused this increase in demand and how is it effecting the market? Let’s dive in!

For the 6th year in a row, The Shippers Group has been recognized by Inbound Logistics as a Green Supply Chain partner.

With a focus on sustainability, The Shippers Group takes great pride in receiving this award, as it honors the 75 leading supply chain partners who customers can trust when seeking green supply chain management and logistics partners. Inbound Logistics' editors have determined that the 2022 honorees "walk the walk" when it comes to commitment to supply chain sustainability.