UPS is temporarily closing several U.S. facilities, impacting over 1,600 employees, to upgrade its “Network of the Future.” Locations affected include facilities in Maryland, California, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Oregon. The closures, scheduled until 2025, aim to enhance automation and reduce manual labor in package sorting. UPS plans to reopen the upgraded facilities in 2026 and is working on finding new roles for affected employees. The company assures that these temporary closures will not disrupt customer service, as they have plans to maintain operations in the affected communities.

Source: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/ups-warehouse-layoffs-network-of-the-future/737331/