by - December 13, 2021 6:02 pm
It is never more evident than during the Christmas season that Americans want what they want when they want it, often without any notion of how it gets there. Now,…
by - December 12, 2021 9:55 am
Selling products into retail chains like Walmart has its challenges. Still, two former aerospace and defense industry executives rolled up their sleeves and hung a shingle in downtown Rogers to…
by - December 9, 2021 2:07 pm
Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) in Highfill might hire a consultant to ensure employee salaries are competitive amid a challenging labor market. In a recent committee meeting, XNA board members…
by - December 7, 2021 1:50 pm
The trucking industry has benefited from a growing economy, but some headwinds remain like inflation and the pandemic, an industry economist said. Still, another economist said when freight demand softens,…
by - December 5, 2021 10:17 am
Lowell-based Central States Manufacturing Inc. will sponsor more than 1,600 wreaths to place on headstones of military veterans for Wreaths Across America. According to a company news release, Central States…
by - December 4, 2021 8:40 am
According to retail analysts and consultants, the retail landscape is ripe for more partnerships among competitors, suppliers and service providers. Walmart is at the center of that trend. From expanding…
by - December 2, 2021 1:06 pm
Shippers who want to reduce transportation expenses might look to other modes, such as intermodal, amid the high cost to deliver goods via truck, a railroad executive said. In a…
by - December 2, 2021 11:44 am
A California-based trucking company is planning to develop land in Springdale to support operations for three subsidiaries. Kal Freight, a primarily full truckload (FTL) carrier based in Ontario, Calif., recently…
by - December 2, 2021 8:34 am
An agreement between two carriers would allow low-cost carrier Allegiant to offer nonstop flights to tourist destinations in Mexico as early as 2023, but it’s uncertain whether the flights would…
by - December 1, 2021 1:17 pm
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector increased at a faster rate in November, from October, as pandemic-related issues continued to limit production growth, according to the Institute for Supply Management…
by - November 30, 2021 2:10 pm
The CoFounder, a nearly 9,000-square-foot shared workspace in Rogers, recently opened in Founders Plaza. The property managers said its amenities, proximity to other developments and community culture make it unique….
by - November 27, 2021 8:05 pm
When Phil Schmidt’s aging mother suffered a double concussion, it seemed to him that the caregiving industry didn’t operate like the process-driven companies with which he had been involved. So…
by - November 27, 2021 3:37 pm
The off-price retail sector has quickly recovered following the pandemic, which temporarily closed stores much of last year. Three major off-price retailers, Burlington, Ross Stores and TJ Maxx, which have…
by - November 22, 2021 5:30 pm
A Fort Smith resident has taken the lead as the No. 1 top new Airbnb host in Arkansas for 2021. Cathy O’Hern of Fort Smith entered into the Airbnb market…
by - November 22, 2021 2:46 pm
U.S. ports remain congested, with the number of ships at anchor at near-record levels, but ports have started to make progress moving out containers, analysts said. Meanwhile, retailers are making…
by - November 21, 2021 9:34 am
Tennessee-based D1 Training, a training program specializing in developing youth athletes, has signed a two-unit franchise agreement to bring new facilities to Bentonville and Fayetteville. Will Bartholomew, a former University…
by - November 20, 2021 8:39 am
Buy now, pay later financing is becoming a must-have for Walmart, Amazon, Target and a host of other retailers ahead of the holiday buying season. Walmart was the king of…
by - November 20, 2021 8:36 am
Business owner Kyle Jones of Lowell has purchased Service Plus Telecommunications of Russellville. The deal closed on Sept. 15. Financial terms were not disclosed. Jones has more than 20 years…
by - November 19, 2021 8:53 am
Lowell-based carrier J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. said Friday (Nov. 19) it has started a new transload service to assist shippers in the New York metro area that are experiencing…
by - November 18, 2021 3:47 pm
Companies are collaborating with their suppliers to meet sustainability goals as consumers continue to demand action amid disruptions across the supply chain. Matt Smith, executive vice president of supply chain…
