Staples conducts fulfillment operations overhaul

The office supplies retailer is implementing a new warehouse management system across its network to support next-day delivery efficiency.

By Philip Neuffer • May 21, 2025

How lower China tariffs will affect direct-to-consumer imports

Temporarily reduced duties likely won't be enough to stop ongoing shifts among de minimis-reliant supply chains, experts said.

By Max Garland • May 21, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside the trends affecting logistics management

The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

FedEx names CEO for Freight post-spinoff

John A. Smith, who led the LTL carrier from 2018 to 2021, will take the helm once the move is complete by next year.

By Max Garland • May 20, 2025

Canada Post union issues Friday strike notices

The carrier expects either a nationwide labor disruption or rotating strike activity once current agreements expire.

By Max Garland • May 20, 2025

China tariff reduction drives uptick in Asia-to-US bookings

Shippers are pushing to import goods before the 90-day reprieve expires, Port of Los Angeles leader Gene Seroka said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 20, 2025

SharkNinja to pull China-based manufacturing to avoid tariffs

The company has relocated its primary manufacturing operations to Southeast Asia as part of its tariff mitigation strategy, which also involves negotiating concessions with suppliers.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 19, 2025

Amazon plans fourth robotics fulfillment center in Virginia

Once completed, the 3.1 million-square-foot facility will join a roster that includes a Virginia Beach site set to open later this year.

By Philip Neuffer • May 19, 2025

Utz’s supply chain overhaul helps nullify tariff impact

The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.

By Kate Magill • May 19, 2025

US signals reciprocal tariffs will return for some countries

The White House will alert countries of their specific rates in the next two to three weeks, President Donald Trump said Friday.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 20, 2025

Hooker Furnishings to open Vietnam warehouse, exit Georgia facility

The shakeup aims to help the furniture company save costs and reduce its domestic safety stock needs.

By Max Garland • May 16, 2025

Amazon reveals new warehouse robots in push to trim manual tasks

The e-commerce giant said it plans to deploy the various technologies in the coming years as it works to boost "more high-skilled work."

By Max Garland • May 15, 2025

‘Shared pain and gain:’ How shippers, carriers are forging relationship for the last mile

Consistent communication and collaborative performance evaluation are some of the keys to success, said experts from Dr. Squatch, Wayfair and DHL eCommerce.

By Philip Neuffer • May 15, 2025

Canada Post pauses contract talks as progress remains limited

As a potential May 22 strike nears, the carrier said halting negotiations with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers will allow it to prepare more effective proposals.

By Max Garland • May 14, 2025

US launches Section 232 probe into aircraft industry

The Commerce Department is weighing whether sector-specific tariffs are necessary to protect national security.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 13, 2025

FedEx, Amazon strike large-package delivery deal

The agreement comes nearly six years after FedEx let its Express and Ground shipping contracts with the e-commerce giant expire.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2025

UPS to levy US-to-Canada fee before possible Canada Post strike

The surcharge’s cost varies by shipping option and it will apply until further notice starting May 18.

By Max Garland • May 12, 2025

US, China agree to reduce tariff rates for 90 days

By Wednesday, the two countries will charge 10% baseline duties during the period and remove certain retaliatory levies that pushed rates over 100%.

By Philip Neuffer • May 12, 2025

Delivery reliability trumps speed for some e-commerce retailers

On-time delivery and clear communication can boost buyer satisfaction more than faster shipping, e-commerce experts said.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 12, 2025

10 ways to optimize your brownfield facility

Learn how to boost efficiency and scalability with 10 tips for optimizing brownfield facilities.

By Renn Martin • May 12, 2025

USPS readies July rate hikes for Ground Advantage, other services

The agency said the increases, as high as 10%, will help it grow market share with more profitable volume.

By Max Garland • May 9, 2025

USPS board taps FedEx director David Steiner as next postmaster general

David Steiner, former CEO of Waste Management, is slated to join the agency in July as it navigates Trump administration pressures and advances its transformation plan.

By Max Garland • Updated May 9, 2025

UPS confirms building closures, shift cuts in 4 states

The reductions are part of the carrier’s plan to trim its network footprint in the face of shrinking volume from Amazon.

By Max Garland • May 9, 2025

Rocky Brands’ sourcing shift buoyed by inventory buffer

The footwear manufacturer is also opting to pause or delay shipments in a bid to mitigate the impact of tariffs.

By Kelly Stroh • May 8, 2025

Tariff talks with shippers reflect a ‘muddied’ outlook, Werner says

The carrier reported lower utilization from “stop and go” activity as customers remained concerned around new duties.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 8, 2025

US, UK agree on framework for tariff, market access deal

Although not yet legally binding, the proposed agreement outlines the potential makeup of the Trump administration’s first trade pact since unveiling its reciprocal tariff plan in April.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 9, 2025