FedEx to convert parcel fleet to EVs by 2040, eyeing a carbon neutral future

The announcement is part of a broader $2 billion investment focused on clean energy, carbon removal and electrification.

By A.B. Brown • March 5, 2021

Inventories drop with no signs of softening demand: ISM

Shortages in ocean freight, corrugated boxes, gloves and dozens of other products are pushing up the prices for many commodities.

By Matt Leonard • March 3, 2021

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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

Target expands sortation center model to optimize store fulfillment

The retailer will also expand its distribution-center footprint in 2021, while using predictive inventory planning on more of its assortment.

By Matt Leonard • March 2, 2021

Lowe's fulfills 60% of online orders from stores, moving 6-times faster

The retailer is transitioning to a market-based model, with distribution centers and dozens of cross docks that allow more flexible fulfillment. 

By Shefali Kapadia • March 2, 2021

Why interest is growing in private fleet conversion

J.B. Hunt and other trucking firms have seen their pipelines fill, as companies realize transport may be better off in the hands of specialists.

By S.L. Fuller • March 2, 2021

Wayfair cites ocean shipping disruption, port congestion for in-stock issues

The retailer expects it could take a "few months" to get back to the in-stock levels it usually tries to maintain, one executive said.

By Matt Leonard • March 1, 2021

Crocs: Redundancy in ocean freight contracts takes priority over cost

The footwear brand's logistics director said a turbulent market with high consumer demand proves container shipping is a commodity, not a service.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 26, 2021

Cold storage construction heats up amid pandemic

Supply chain disruption, new competition and the need for specialty subcontractors are some of the challenges cold storage contractors face, but they aren't slowing them down. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 26, 2021

Winter storms squeeze capacity, drive spot rates up 20 cents

Long-haul deliveries and outbound volumes dropped in Texas markets, but analysts said effects may be just a "blip" on the long-term freight market radar.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 25, 2021

Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems consolidates warehouse space with digital logistics center

The new Global Digital Logistics Center brings what was 500,000 square feet of warehouse space into a seven-story, 150,000-square-foot facility.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 24, 2021

Tyson to use real-time data for visibility in warehouse shipments, volume

Data is helping Tyson identify its highest dwell times by facility — its own and those belonging to customers — as well as informing what mitigation actions to take.

By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 23, 2021

Walgreens expands same-day delivery with Instacart

Experts say store-based fulfillment partnerships are a good fit for retailers that see modest online demand and don't wish to invest in structural changes to support e-commerce.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 23, 2021

Amazon hands over delivery data to researchers for MIT route planning contest

Participants will take into account driver know-how for route-planning algorithms that fit modern, last-mile delivery environments.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 22, 2021

Winter storm slams Texas food supply chains, logistics networks

Even with improving road conditions, logistics managers may experience capacity challenges and delayed shipments.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 19, 2021

Walmart says its automated supply chain is 'ready to scale'

There's a limit to how much the retailer can pick, fulfill and ship from stores, the CEO said. Walmart is banking on automation to change that.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 19, 2021

DSV Panalpina ready for 'M&A adventures'

The CEO said its preferred acquisition is a large, global forwarder with similar characteristics as DSV, as the company seeks a larger share of the fragmented market.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 11, 2021

E-commerce warehouse productivity could improve up to 20% with greater automation: Prologis

Researchers estimate that the adoption of automation could reduce the demand for industrial real estate as existing facilities become more productive.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 9, 2021

Inflection point: Contract rates overtake spot rates

An ongoing driver shortage coupled with consumer demand will keep spot and contract rates elevated — and could make 2021's first half look a lot like the last half of 2020.

By Jim Stinson • Feb. 9, 2021

Peloton will incur 10 times its usual transportation costs as it ships by air, expedited ocean

The fitness equipment company is spending $100 million to speed deliveries to frustrated consumers.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 8, 2021

Sysco plans warehouse, driver hiring push to prep for pandemic recovery

Volumes were low in December, but the company wants to be ahead of the curve. It's thinking ahead to SKU rationalization as a way to improve throughput.

By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 5, 2021

Home Depot opens automated Dallas fulfillment center with hydrogen-powered forklifts

The facility is part of the retailer's $1.2 billion supply chain investment and includes six miles of mechanized lines. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 4, 2021

Amazon says fulfillment, logistics expansion will help it return to 1-day delivery

Additional square footage allows Amazon to handle more shipments internally and have greater control from point A to point B.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 3, 2021

Warehouse hiring data shows how supply chains flexed up for peak

Employment in the sector was up nearly 9% YoY in December to reach more than 1.29 million workers.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 2, 2021

UPS prepares for long-term capacity squeeze, moves toward 'personalized pricing'

The peak season capacity shortfall experienced in 2020 is expected to continue in the new year, CEO Carol Tomé said Tuesday.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 2, 2021

High-stakes hemp logistics put specialty fleets, willing drivers in demand

Some drivers are hesitant to transport hemp, because laws may vary from state to state. But the rewards are great if it's done right, one trucking executive said.

By Amanda Loudin • Feb. 2, 2021