UPS, Amazon invest heavily in logistics networks to keep up with e-commerce

Executives from the two companies emphasized the role warehouses and technology will have in keeping costs down amid rising volumes during their respective earnings calls.

By Edwin Lopez • April 28, 2017

Regulators hear industry concerns on self-driving trucks

With autonomous tech on the horizon, the FMCSA is actively seeking out industry opinions to create regulations that prioritize safety but don't harm innovation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 27, 2017

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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

Case study: Meal services are just-in-time production for the food industry

After expanding its logistics network, Diet-to-Go's Rachel Burdo reflects on how the meal delivery industry has changed over the past 20 years and Amazon's role in enabling the sector's growth. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 27, 2017

FL business council looks to in-school programs for logistics talent

In-school programs recognize supply chains require new skill sets, and are prepared to deliver them.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 26, 2017

California Labor Commission rules that 4 more XPO drivers are employees

Misclassification cases for drivers continue to increase, but are unlikely to be resolved by the current administration.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 26, 2017

Advancing supply chain performance through benchmarking and assessment

Two experts offer advice for overcoming hurdles in benchmarking assessment implementation for the supply and logistics industry.

April 25, 2017

Grocer turns food waste into power and compost, saving costs and the environment at once

The initiative is a sustainability director's dream and highlights the potential of reverse logistics for supply chain savings.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 24, 2017

Logistically Minded: Trade policy and industrial real estate are deeply intertwined

The nation's logistics hubs have millions of dollars in trade and hundreds of thousands of jobs to loose if protectionist trade stances prevail.

By Edwin Lopez • April 21, 2017

United and Lufthansa go metal-neutral on air cargo

Air cargo is flying high as stronger demand pushes airlines to expand their global reach.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 21, 2017

Macy's RFID effort boosts sales, fulfillment

The store's effort to tag all items by the end of 2017 is already paying off by lowering inventory variance, reducing markdowns and improving display compliance.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 20, 2017

How e-commerce logistics is changing cities

On-demand delivery shifted consumer expectations and forced supply chains' digital infrastructure to improve. Now the physical infrastructure is catching up, too.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • April 19, 2017

Veteran hospital slammed for inventory shortages, poor sanitation

Effective inventory management can make the difference between proper and improper care at a hospital, but such systems are often non-existent.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 18, 2017

Kuehne + Nagel expand services to Alibaba

The partnership between freight forwarder and e-commerce giant may signal a new approach in penetrating new markets.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 17, 2017

OOIDA asks Supreme Court to review ELD decision

The truckers' association is not giving up in its war against electronic logging devices, but hopes of success seem dim.

By Edwin Lopez • April 17, 2017

Brick and mortar: Retailers' last-mile advantage over Amazon?

The e-commerce giant may have raised the stakes for retail supply chains, but retailers can leverage their stores for last-mile excellence.

By Edwin Lopez • April 17, 2017

Why drone delivery still has a long way to go before takeoff

High-profile drone delivery demonstrations continue, but frequent market use is years away, and hurdles must be overcome.

By Dan O'Shea • April 13, 2017

Logistically Minded: March saw tight timelines, high production efficiency in strong economy

Meanwhile, this week's M&A news sparks speculation the trucking industry may see further consolidation in 2017.

By Edwin Lopez • April 13, 2017

Supply chains must collaborate with cities to improve logistics

As e-commerce and urbanization rise, so too will demand for logistics infrastructure — how can cities and businesses partner to minimize congestion and boost efficiency?

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • April 13, 2017

An industry divided: Are self-driving trucks a trick or a treat?

While some see fully autonomous trucks as mere fiction, many dream of the business opportunities they present.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • April 12, 2017

Survey: Digitization essential for next-generation supply chains

The future of business requires a compatibility between partners within the digital chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 11, 2017

Swift, Knight Transportation merger creates top 5 trucking company

The two brands will continue to operate separately, but pledged to share business intelligence and best practices in the hopes of driving up efficiency.

By Edwin Lopez • April 10, 2017

Schneider National trucking's IPO raises $550 million

The apparent recovery of the trucking industry will bolster Schneider's prospects as a publicly traded company.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 7, 2017

Logistically Minded: Slower production in March just a common cold?

Symptoms include unseasonable weather, rising supply prices and inventory backlogs.

By Edwin Lopez • April 7, 2017

Payless casts blame on 2015 inventory problems for bankruptcy

Delayed inventory from the West Coast port slowdown of 2015 forced lost revenue onto the retailer, which was only aggravated by a later inventory glut.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 7, 2017

Save costs by reducing electricity use in warehouses

Think outside the big box: solar panels, IoT and demand response programs can help drive down utility bills.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • April 7, 2017