USPS pauses processing network consolidation until 2025

The agency halted the transfer of some operations at local plants to regional hubs amid lawmaker scrutiny and service woes.

By Max Garland • May 14, 2024

Walmart streamlines fulfillment with third consolidation center

The facility places suppliers' less-than-truckload shipments into truckload hauls before sending them off to regional distribution centers.

By S.L. Fuller • May 13, 2024

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Peak season management

Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

UPS and FedEx battle over small business customers while Amazon looms

The delivery rivals are fighting to gain share in the lucrative volume segment as their relationships with larger shippers evolve.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2024

Shippers, forwarders jump on air cargo peak season planning

The race to secure market share is driven by looming e-commerce demand and rate changes sparked by conflict in the Red Sea. 

By Kelly Stroh • May 13, 2024

USPS plans 25% average price hike for Parcel Select shippers

The ground delivery offering has been the target of controversial changes that would impact key shipping partners like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2024

High port volumes expected for 2024’s peak season

Consumer spending will drive 2 million-plus TEUs of monthly loaded imports at the nation’s top ports through October, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates project.

By Edwin Lopez • May 10, 2024

Union Pacific launches premium service between Southern California and Chicago

The railroad's new domestic intermodal route cuts transit times from five to three days.

By Larry Avila • May 8, 2024

Etsy pushes for delivery date precision with new machine learning model

The initiative could help the e-commerce marketplace shake its reputation as a laggard when it comes to shipping time frames.

By Max Garland • May 8, 2024

How CH Robinson is using AI to automate logistics management tasks

The broker hopes speeding up responses to emailed quote and appointment requests will improve productivity.

By Larry Avila , Edwin Lopez • May 8, 2024

Amazon extends transition period for low inventory fee

The company said it would credit the fees for a few more weeks, and added some exceptions as it considered ways to incentivize optimal product supply.

By Max Garland • May 7, 2024

Avery Dennison leveraged supply chain resilience to navigate Finland port strikes

The adhesive materials maker leveraged supplier diversification and enhanced inventory strategy to avoid disruptions.

By S.L. Fuller • May 7, 2024

Practical strategies to help boost supply chain sustainability

Implement practical strategies to boost supply chain sustainability while managing print projects.

May 6, 2024

Home Depot on leveraging FLOW

VP Sarah Galica discussed how Freight Logistics Optimization Works strengthened the company's logistics network.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 3, 2024

USPS wants to make controversial changes to shipping partner deals this month

The agency's leader told consolidators on March 27 that he is pursuing agreements within 45 days on a plan that has sparked cost and service concerns.

By Max Garland • May 3, 2024

How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring

Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.

By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024

Airhouse makes ‘major layoff,’ transfers customers to partner 3PLs

The shakeup at the fulfillment provider happened after a potential funding round fell through, CEO Kevin Gibbon announced.

By Max Garland • May 2, 2024

UPS, FedEx fuel surcharge hikes to heat up delivery prices

The tweaks come on top of percentage increases the two delivery giants levied in December as they look to grow per-package revenues.

By Max Garland • May 2, 2024

Walmart GoLocal expands delivery capabilities, client base

The retailer's local delivery platform has evolved to handle big and bulky items, orders out of fulfillment centers and more, VP Rina Hurst told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2024

Amazon’s order consolidation efforts deliver Q1 savings

The e-commerce giant cut costs by increasing the number of product units delivered per box, CEO Andy Jassy said.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2024

Ryder opens another facility on the US-Mexico border

The new warehouse in El Paso, Texas, is a result of growing demand from clients in the region and an expected rise in nearshoring activity.

By Edwin Lopez • April 30, 2024

USPS delivery unit proposal sparks service, cost concerns for shipping partners

The agency is mulling changes to how shipping companies like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes inject volume into its network, industry experts told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • April 30, 2024

UPS’ Happy Returns now powers Shein returns at Forever 21 stores

The company launched a cross-brand capability for online orders returned at stores as it pursues deals with more enterprise retailers.

By Max Garland • April 30, 2024

Ship Essential readies to expand fulfillment, same-day delivery reach

The Brooklyn, New York, 3PL will be launching operations in Los Angeles before the end of April, according to its founder.

By Max Garland • April 25, 2024

White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization

Federal funds will support the electrification of ports and electric truck charging infrastructure, among other projects.

By Larry Avila • April 24, 2024

GLS US launches direct delivery to and from Europe

The carrier integrated its services with its parent's European network, which could help it stand out among FedEx and UPS alternatives.

By Max Garland • April 24, 2024