Can AI gains give alternative delivery providers an edge?

As parcel carriers like SpeedX and Veho deploy in-house AI tools, experts say the technology could help upstarts close the gap with FedEx and UPS.

By Max Garland • June 5, 2026

Delivery reliability trumps speed, Macy’s and Ulta execs say

Maintaining on-time delivery promises will keep shoppers coming back, but fast shipping still has a role to play, retail leaders said at Home Delivery World 2026.

By Max Garland • June 5, 2026

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

3 logistics upgrades benefiting Wayfair

Leaders from the retailer detailed multiple initiatives at Home Delivery World 2026, from consolidating deliveries to automating driver calls to customers.

By Max Garland • June 4, 2026

Amazon wants sellers to be more precise with handling times

A new requirement aims to push sellers to offer more accurate delivery dates on self-fulfilled SKUs, which the company said can boost sales.

By Max Garland • June 4, 2026

AutoZone’s distribution strategy drives sales gains

The auto parts retailer has made headway on faster store fulfillment as it continues to expand its roster of mega hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • June 4, 2026

Trump admin appeals aspects of tariff refund order

The Department of Justice said the Court of International Trade lacks the authority to mandate refunds for all finally liquidated entries.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 3, 2026

US eyes new tariffs for China, EU, Mexico and more after labor probes

The potential levies of either 10% or 12.5% would apply to 60 trading partners, although the proposal listed several product exemptions.

By Max Garland • June 3, 2026

USTR floats 25% tariff on Brazil imports

The agency proposed the levy as a result of a Section 301 investigation launched last year, with a public hearing set for July 6.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 2, 2026

Trump further tweaks steel, aluminum, copper tariffs

A greater range of industrial and agricultural equipment made with the metals will temporarily face a reduced 15% levy starting June 8, per the White House.

By Phil Neuffer • June 2, 2026

Target launches $367M food distribution center in Colorado

The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

By Peyton Bigora • June 2, 2026

Canada Post employees ratify contracts, ending labor uncertainty

CEO Doug Ettinger said the carrier will work hard to regain trust from disruption-weary customers amid a prolonged decline in parcel revenue.

By Max Garland • June 1, 2026

Ulta Beauty taps Uber Eats for delivery

The beauty retailer has also partnered with Instacart and DoorDash as the fast delivery market grows.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 1, 2026

UPS invests $50M in automotive, industrial logistics push

The carrier will launch time-definite services for heavy air freight to and from Mexico and has hired experts in high-priority segments.

By Max Garland • May 29, 2026

USPS, DHL eCommerce ink $10B-plus long-term contract

The deal adds to other arrangements the agency has secured with Amazon and UPS as it looks to improve its financial outlook.

By Max Garland • May 28, 2026

Walmart: Store-fulfilled deliveries getting faster

More than 36% of deliveries from stores arrived in three hours or less in Q1, with quicker speeds fueling customer engagement, EVP and CFO John David Rainey said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2026

Full tariff refunds for de minimis imports? US says no

A lawsuit aims to revive the exemption and land refunds on all tariffs for shipments that would have qualified, but the Justice Department offered a rebuttal.

By Max Garland • May 27, 2026

CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 26, 2026

Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak

The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 26, 2026

Walmart rolling out simplified inbound logistics for suppliers

The retailer's Prepaid Consolidation Program enables suppliers to send products to one location, rather than managing shipments to multiple distribution centers.

By Max Garland • May 26, 2026

What Mattress Firm gained from contactless delivery

The shipping option has added customer flexibility and freed up drivers’ time despite early hurdles, executives said at Home Delivery World 2026.

By Max Garland • May 22, 2026

Havertys Furniture battles rising fuel costs across supply chain

The retailer is facing elevated vendor input costs and higher delivery fleet expenses as Iran war ripple effects challenge the furniture industry.

By Max Garland • May 20, 2026

Mondelēz taps AI for distribution centers to cut costs

The snack and confectionery manufacturer plans to bring more manufacturing and packaging in-house to "save quite a bit of money," EVP, COO and CFO Luca Zaramella said.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 19, 2026

DavidsTea sets up US fulfillment after de minimis’ end raises shipping hurdles

The tea company faced unpredictable delivery times and lower sales in the U.S. without the trade rule exemption, CEO Sarah Segal said.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 19, 2026

Target taps former Walmart exec as supply chain, logistics chief

Jeff England, who worked to improve inventory availability at QXO, will join the retailer on May 31 as it seeks to strengthen in-stock reliability.

By Max Garland • May 19, 2026

US and China to establish trade board, tout agriculture commitments

The two countries will use the board to manage bilateral trade for certain goods, and they also aim to resolve some non-tariff barriers in agriculture.

By Kelly Stroh • May 18, 2026