Survey: Supply chain professionals averaged 4% salary bump in 2018

The rise may indicate a smaller pool of qualified workers, wherein demand for labor has far outstripped supply. 

By Matt Leonard • May 9, 2019

Walmart says Project Gigaton goals are on track

In its first environmental, social and governance report, the retailer details progress toward its goal of reducing global supply chain emissions by 1 billion metric tons by 2030.

By Matt Leonard • May 8, 2019

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Nestlé to exit direct store delivery for frozen pizza and ice cream, cutting thousands of jobs

The switch will result in shuttering eight frozen distribution centers and inventory transfer points, cutting out middlemen, and eventually bringing the company savings.

By Jessi Devenyns • May 8, 2019

Crocs shifts distribution center from Los Angeles to Ohio as demand spikes

The move will help to reduce freight costs and increase capacity as sales of its "classic icon" clogs are growing. 

By Matt Leonard • May 7, 2019

Returns grow with e-commerce, reach 10% of sales

The returned merchandise is challenging retailers to refine their reverse logistics and detect fraudulent returns. 

By Matt Leonard • May 7, 2019

Buy, try, return, repeat: How fast fulfillment gives beauty retailers a competitive edge

In an industry where trying on is crucial to the experience, retailers must have the right operations in place to manage orders and returns.

By Jen A. Miller • May 7, 2019

Starbucks taps Microsoft machine learning for inventory-based order suggestions

The developments with Microsoft are part of a five-year technology strategy, which includes investigating disruptive technology trends and developing proprietary technologies. 

By Samantha Schwartz • May 7, 2019

Adidas ups air freight to make up for supply chain shortages

CEO Kasper Rorsted warned air freight costs for the next two quarters will be "substantial," and the impact on gross margin from the increased freight spending should be evident by the end of the year. 

By Emma Cosgrove • May 7, 2019

Domino's turns to blockchain-based AI solution to scale operations

The chain's Malaysia and Singapore division has partnered with SingularityNET to deploy artificial intelligence services across its network as it looks to beef up its business in the region. 

By Alicia Kelso • May 6, 2019

Impossible Burgers run short as manufacturer 'spares no expense' to double supply

Statements from the company confirm its production capacity and a steep incline in demand has caused the shortage, and sourcing ingredients is not the issue.

By Emma Cosgrove • May 6, 2019

Verizon workers protest company's continued work with XPO

The protests follow reports last year of labor issues in XPO warehouses, including six pregnant women who miscarried during their time working with the logistics company. 

By Matt Leonard • May 3, 2019

Tesla's long-term production pace threatened by mineral shortages

Demand for copper is on the rise now that common smart devices, like responsive thermostats and voice-activated home devices, require the mineral.

By Emma Cosgrove • May 3, 2019

Amazon makes blockchain service platform generally available

Supply chain applications, including sourcing traceability and reverse logistics, are among the first uses of Amazon's offering.

By Matt Leonard • May 2, 2019

CPG companies unite behind a 'frictionless' supply chain

Grocery Manufacturers Association CEO Geoff Freeman said he's searching for a head of supply chain, as companies realize its growing importance in removing inefficiencies and determining profitability.

By Shefali Kapadia • May 2, 2019

Chick-fil-A makes 1st delivery from company-owned distribution center

The new facility was announced this spring as a pilot. A full-scale center is slated to open next summer. 

By Alicia Kelso • Updated July 18, 2019

Amazon: 1-day delivery doesn't require changes at fulfillment centers

The expanded offering of 1-day delivery will become a reality thanks to changes in the middle- and last-mile transportation.

By Matt Leonard • May 1, 2019

Supply chains struggle to find talent to fill digital skills gap

65% of respondents say they struggle with hiring top talent at their company, a figure that has shown little change over the last four years.

By Matt Leonard • April 30, 2019

Alexa in the warehouse? How voice applications are changing and growing

As e-commerce order volume continues spiraling upwards while delivery windows shrink, warehouse workers need innovations to meet picking, packing and shipping goals.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • April 30, 2019

How talent leaders can prepare for AI integration

Whether bots will be physically present in the workplace or exist as quiet virtual partners, HR will need to make sure AI and humans work well together.

By Riia O'Donnell • April 30, 2019

Walmart reveals first 'intelligent' lab store on Long Island

Equipped with cameras, sensors, interactive displays and major processing power, the souped-up Neighborhood Market aims to take efficiency and customer experience to new heights.

By Jessica Dumont • April 30, 2019

Suddenly, free 1-day shipping is the new normal

Amazon upped the ante with its announcement of Prime's two-day delivery becoming even quicker, but analysts say Walmart and Target have little to fear.

By Daphne Howland • April 30, 2019

Walgreens hires its first global chief supply chain officer

Colin Nelson is taking on the role, joining Walgreens from the agribusiness Bunge.

By Matt Leonard • April 26, 2019

Boeing counts on supply chain for recovery from 737 MAX grounding

Boeing's supply chain agility will be important in ensuring that planes are delivered quickly and production ramps up accordingly if and when the aircraft is cleared for takeoff. 

By Matt Leonard • April 26, 2019

How McDonald's super sizes its data for an optimized supply chain

The restaurant giant will use artificial intelligence to change its drive-thru menus, enabling new capabilities behind the scenes in demand planning.

By Craig Guillot • April 23, 2019

Autonomous vehicles, drones still face supply chain skeptics

Fourteen percent of respondents now say they use these technologies today, but another 32% say they are unlikely to adopt.

By Matt Leonard • April 23, 2019