3M pushes for better delivery performance

The manufacturer is pursuing a 90% or higher on-time, in-full rate as it battles supply chain inefficiencies across its vast network.

By Max Garland • Oct. 30, 2024

We’re entering the age of first-mile reinvention

Limiting innovation to last-mile delivery is stifling more substantial supply chain transformation, says Zero100's VP of research.

By Lauren Acoba • Oct. 30, 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

Dawn Foods names new supply chain SVP

Ahmet Hepdogan will oversee procurement, distribution services and supply chain for the bakery ingredients distributor.

By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 29, 2024

Tumbler manufacturer Stanley using AI to predict supply disruptions

Stanley 1913 expects to improve scenario planning and supply chain visibility with the Kinaxis Maestro platform. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 29, 2024

Giant Eagle initiates warehouse management system upgrades

The grocery retailer is now using a cloud-based platform at three distribution centers, with plans to expand to the rest of its network by next summer.

By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 29, 2024

UPS cuts daily volume capacity by 1M in efficiency push

The carrier has closed nine of its buildings this year and shifted more volume to automated hubs, according to company executives.

By Max Garland • Oct. 28, 2024

Amazon warns of West Coast capacity constraints

Cross-docking inefficiencies are leading to issues bringing inventory into the company's fulfillment network, experts say.

By Max Garland • Oct. 28, 2024

A rapid evolution of oversized delivery is happening now

Large retailers have started a new trend: opening sortation centers to cut costs and simultaneously reduce delivery times.

Oct. 28, 2024

UPS’ Happy Returns taps into Geek+ sorting robotics

The provider’s Pennsylvania hub is reducing processing times by leveraging 150 robots to help handle returns volume.

By Max Garland • Oct. 24, 2024

SureWerx taps new global supply chain chief

The protective equipment manufacturer promoted Eric Fouts to the role after hiring him as VP of supply chain.

By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 22, 2024

Retail inventories in good shape for holidays: NRF CEO

Matthew Shay said companies averted disruptions related to the East and Gulf Coast port strike by moving goods early.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 22, 2024

The Save Mart Companies closing two California distribution centers

The move will impact 527 workers as the regional grocer aims to "maximize supply chain efficiencies" in a competitive environment.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 21, 2024

Unwrapping Hershey’s $250M supply chain upgrade

The chocolate maker's Advancing Agility and Automation Initiative leans on digitization to boost visibility and optimize manufacturing and procurement.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 21, 2024

Levi Strauss taps Maersk for fulfillment and logistics

The logistics provider opened an omnichannel facility in Ohio to service Levi’s wholesale, retail and e-commerce channels.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 18, 2024

More US-based companies to shift supply chain operations into Americas: report

Reducing touch points and increasing proximity to manufacturing and procurement locations is a priority for firms, according to KPMG.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Oct. 15, 2024

Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn

The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 15, 2024

Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions

One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks. 

By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 15, 2024

Dick’s Sporting Goods bolsters production, sourcing tech

The sports retailer aims to increase supplier engagement and reliability as well as monitor production processes through Inspectorio’s AI-powered platform.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 15, 2024

Outdoor gear manufacturer shifts distribution operations to Mississippi

Exxel Outdoors’ multimillion-dollar relocation project places its U.S. warehouse facility closer to its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama.

By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 15, 2024

Wesco taps Relex to upgrade supply chain operations

The Midwest convenience store chain plans to integrate the automation technology across 55 of its stores.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 14, 2024

FDA outlines new Drug Supply Chain Security Act exemptions

Several groups have been granted additional time to comply with the more than 10-year-old legislation. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 14, 2024

4 reasons why all companies need real-time inventory visibility

Real-time inventory visibility is no longer a luxury. It’s a necessity.

Oct. 14, 2024

The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?

While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2024

DHL Supply Chain cuts headcount in Wisconsin

The plant closure, slated for next year, will impact more than 30 employees.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 11, 2024

LGBTQ+ adults would consider leaving employers that cut DEI, Human Rights Campaign says

HR teams must “return to the drawing board” on how they present the business case for DEI programs, one consultant told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 9, 2024