Amazon, DHL prepare for a hard Brexit

Sellers should have at least four weeks of inventory within the U.K. to fulfill orders in-country and consider placing inventory in warehouses outside of the country to fulfill EU orders, according to Amazon. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 23, 2019

Not everything in the supply chain should be automated

"Just because you can automate something doesn’t mean you should," IDC’s John Santagate told Supply Chain Dive. Here’s what tasks experts say should remain driven by workers.

By Craig Guillot • Jan. 22, 2019

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

2019 could be a big year for robotic process automation

Companies specializing in RPA were able to raise millions of dollars last year, and the market is still heating up.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 22, 2019

How product recalls spread through the supply chain

Traceability and inventory planning can help supply chain managers weather the storm of a recall. 

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 22, 2019

Embattled LA port warehouse to shut down

It is unclear what will come of the soon-to-be vacant 600,000-square-foot warehouse, which will shut down after 60 years in operation.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 22, 2019

Auto execs decry financial losses due to tariffs

Trickle down effects of trade turmoil are beginning to weigh on markets and the economy. 

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 18, 2019

Ryder adds automation at 3 warehouse locations

The technology includes drones, robotics, wearables and sensors, all with the goal of generating real-time data and greater efficiency. 

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 18, 2019

DHL hopes new career site, automation can improve hire rates

Early results show the hiring initiatives saved the company 32,000 hours this year and led to 445 job applications per day.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2019

Patagonia aims for carbon-neutral supply chain by 2025

At NRF's Big Show, CEO Rose Marcario discussed efforts to make the supply chain more sustainable, and why taking a stand doesn't hurt business.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 16, 2019

Carrefour turns to AI for demand forecasting

The French grocer will be using SAS technology called Viya for data analysis to better forecast demand, improve stock and reduce waste in its stores. 

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 16, 2019

Supply chain optimization slowly gains traction at Retail's Big Show

Retailers that leverage fulfillment strategies and clean data are on the right path to making customers happy. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 16, 2019

Automation could boost revenue growth 10% each year: survey

Retailers have a clear incentive to adopt automation that breaks down data silos, from managing inventory to improving omnichannel fulfillment. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 15, 2019

Marvin Ellison's number 1 retail fundamental: 'Be in stock'

The Lowe's CEO laid out his six-part plan to get the retailer back to its former glory, and supply chains and store operations dominated. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 15, 2019

In the flu shot supply chain, lives are on the line

Few states have systems that allow them visibility into how many vaccines have been administered, making restocking and public health efforts less efficient.

By Rich Weissman • Jan. 15, 2019

Available warehouse space at lowest level since 2000

Only 7% of industrial real estate is currently available as e-commerce has driven demand for more warehouse space. 

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 15, 2019

Walmart plans high-tech consolidation center

The facility in Colton, California, will receive shipments from suppliers before sending them to distribution centers and reduce the numbers of orders suppliers have to fulfill from 42 to 1.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 14, 2019

Think peak season was hard work? UPS exec says 2019 will be harder

Flexible capacity and collaborative planning will be paramount for growth this year, as retailers and 3PLs face a peak season five days shorter than in 2018. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 14, 2019

Kroger and Walmart outline digital transformations

Walmart plans to hire 2,000 tech workers this year while Kroger has positioned itself for growth through various partnerships and innovations, CEO Rodney McMullen said at the National Retail Federation's Big Show in New York.

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 14, 2019

What drives retailers to seek supply chain visibility?

The majority of retailers appear to have gotten the message that visibility is a must whether trying to withstand new tariffs or exploring new fulfillment models. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 13, 2019

Amazon makes 7-year deal with French robotics company

Amazon will purchase Balyo's robotic products, which include autonomous forklifts, with the option to gain a 29% stake in the company after seven years. 

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 11, 2019

Lowe's to hire 50K seasonal workers for springtime rush

Sourcing workers in the tight labor market, however, could prove challenging.

By Morgan Fecto • Jan. 10, 2019

DHL taps robotics to boost productivity 25%

The company hired "around 5,000-plus" seasonal employees and invested in automated recruitment processes to cope with high demand at the end of the year.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 10, 2019

Boeing breaks production record

The jet manufacturer appears to be reaping the benefits of its strategy to overhaul its value chain and work with suppliers.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 9, 2019

Intermodal rail growth drives warehouse construction near hubs

As intermodal rail volumes grow, inland hubs are gaining significance in the supply chain, and developers are responding.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 8, 2019

Modern warehouses adapt to the new reality of e-commerce

Construction, customization, technology and location are all evolving to meet consumer demand.

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 8, 2019