Women are helping fill the shortage of drivers at higher rates, thanks to the pandemic and tech improvements that make the career more attractive. From 2007, the percentage of women on the road rose from 3% to 9%.

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In hopes of landing a significant economic development project, legislators in West Virginia raced to ensure funding for incentives was available. A specific project has not been announced, although speculation centers on the steel industry seeking to bolster domestic supply chains.

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We’ve heard of SaaS but MaaS? Manufacturing as a Service refers to the proliferation of digital platforms for contract manufacturing. The system tracks and visualizes in real-time where ordering, production, and delivery of supplies and products stand. According to this analyst, consumer demands may require this next-level solution.

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