The capacity crunch: How modular platforms and buildings are outperforming concrete construction

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April 20, 2026

Rethinking supply chain strategy in uncertain times: How to build a more adaptable fulfillment network

Adaptability is the new advantage in fulfillment strategy. Here’s how to build it.

By Brian Mattingly, Sr. Vice President, Operations, Saddle Creek Logistics Services • April 20, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

What to know about CBP’s tariff refund process launching Monday

The successful recouping of funds paid for International Emergency Economic Powers Act levies will hinge on documentation quality and cross-functional coordination, one expert said. 

By Alexei Alexis • April 17, 2026

Home Depot eyes same-day, next-day delivery site in New York

The potential distribution center in Yaphank, which the retailer is seeking a tax break for, would be part of its wider supply chain investment strategy.

By Max Garland • April 17, 2026

Home Depot acquires warehouse tech firm to boost fulfillment strategy

The deal follows a distribution center pilot with Simpl Automation, which resulted in faster pick speeds and fewer product touches.

By Max Garland • April 16, 2026

Hershey projects $100M inventory cut from supply chain tech

The confection and salty snack maker is leveraging decision intelligence in the supply chain and investing in spend visibility.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 16, 2026

Nestlé inks partnership to support labor rights in coffee supply chains

The two-year social justice project with the International Labour Organization will focus on three main coffee sourcing countries: Brazil, Colombia and Mexico.

By Zoya Mirza • April 16, 2026

CBP preps tariff refund portal for April 20 launch

The system will go live at 8 a.m. EDT to begin the electronic returns process for an estimated $127 billion in tariffs, the agency said Tuesday.

By Phil Neuffer • April 14, 2026

Sportsman’s Warehouse hones in on inventory timing

The retailer said its spring season inventory is set to arrive later in a bid to boost product turnaround and productivity.

By Kelly Stroh • April 14, 2026

From tariffs to Iran war, geopolitics are upending packaging supply chains

Switching all sourcing to the U.S. is nearly impossible, manufacturers and consumer brands say. In 2026, here’s how some CPGs are thinking about savvy supply chain management.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 13, 2026

CBP: Tariff refund process will take 60-90 days to issue returns

The agency previously said its in-development system would deliver refunds up to 45 days after a request was submitted.

By Phil Neuffer • April 10, 2026

Lamb Weston warns of supply chain pressures amid Iran war

The french fry maker anticipates a rise in commodity volatility, including for packaging and fuel, if the conflict persists.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 9, 2026

How food manufacturers are rethinking product assortments

Brands are opting for fewer SKUs and being selective about restocking practices, experts said at the Food Manufacturing Summit.

By Kelly Stroh • April 9, 2026

Trump calls for 50% tariff on goods from nations arming Iran

The president said the duty is effective immediately, although it's unclear how it would be implemented after the Supreme Court clipped Trump's power to issue broad levies.

By Max Garland • April 8, 2026

Walmart to close Illinois fulfillment center

Operations at the Matteson facility will be relocated to other NextGen facilities in Walmart’s fulfillment network, impacting 111 employees.

By Kelly Stroh • April 7, 2026

Ulta doubled store fulfillment capabilities in 2025

The beauty retailer grew its ship-from-store program to 1,000 stores in fiscal year 2025, while its fulfillment center footprint remained flat compared to 2024.

By Dani James • April 6, 2026

Hormel modernizes supply chain with AI planning platform

The branded food company is using o9’s forecasting tools to model demand drivers, reduce manual overrides and sharpen seasonal forecast accuracy.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 6, 2026

Pandora’s Canada distribution center to help bypass US tariffs

Previously, online orders destined for Canada had to pass through U.S. customs.

By Kelly Stroh • April 6, 2026

Trump adjusts tariffs for steel, aluminum, copper

Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods, effective April 6.

By Phil Neuffer • April 2, 2026

Williams-Sonoma isn’t planning for tariff refunds anytime soon

The home goods retailer isn’t baking any potential returns for eliminated tariffs into its 2026 financial expectations, executives said on a recent earnings call.

By Phil Neuffer • April 2, 2026

Walmart to close Massachusetts fulfillment center

Operations at the Worcester facility will be relocated to other locations, with employee layoffs slated to begin in May.

By Kelly Stroh • April 1, 2026

Manufacturing sector expands for third consecutive month, but war, tariffs cause worry: PMI

Price increases in 17 of the 18 economic sectors tracked are a particular concern and are impacting business operations, according to survey respondents.

By Jeffrey Kinney • April 1, 2026

Fareway breaks ground on distribution center expansion

The Midwestern grocery chain expects the 105,000-square-foot freezer building expansion to help it better serve its stores in addition to laying the foundation for future investments in automation.

By Sam Silverstein • April 1, 2026

Gap feels confident about inventory levels, tariff mitigation

The retailer remains focused on what it calls “stringent” and "disciplined" inventory practices, per a March 5 earnings call

By Alejandra Carranza • March 31, 2026

CBP’s tariff refund process will take up to 45 days to deliver returns

The agency is on track to begin accepting refund requests by April 20, per a filing with the Court of International Trade.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated April 2, 2026