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Growing numbers of distribution and fulfillment centers
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About This Trend
The growth and proliferation of distribution centers are central to the rapid order fulfillment models of companies like Amazon. As these companies seek to reduce delivery times to within the same day (or evenwithin hours), planners can expect to see distribution centers in their communities and should be prepared for the particular challenges of design, access, and local economic impact that they may pose.
Trend Updates
Feb. 26, 2024 — Seismic shift in everyday usage
- More people than ever are using this technology and it is now more evident that it will be part of the ongoing landscape...
Feb. 26, 2023 — Federal Regulations spike Demand
- Because of continued interest in this technology and a favorable environment for growth...
Feb. 26, 2021 — Pandemic recalibrates supply
- People are unable to create and devote time to innovating this critical technology now
Trend Category:
Economic Development
Timeframe: Act Now
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