Burlington builds automated, 2M-square-foot Arizona distribution center

The retailer expects to open the facility in 2028 and says the addition will help speed up operations.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 27, 2026

Bassett Furniture faces higher transport, material costs

The furniture retailer’s captive freight relationship with J.B. Hunt Transport Services has subjected it to weekly surcharges as diesel prices fluctuate due to the Iran war.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 27, 2026

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Supply Chain Technology Adoption

Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Lululemon touts inventory wins from SKU cuts, rebalancing

The apparel brand predicts that inventory will be flat on a unit basis this year as it continues to tangle with tariff headwinds. 

By Phil Neuffer • April 27, 2026

Mattress Firm parent to buy one of its suppliers for $2.5B

Somnigroup is set to acquire Leggett & Platt as the companies seek synergy opportunities across sourcing, operations and product innovation.

By Daphne Howland • April 24, 2026

Lowe’s taps tech to unify inventory planning, replenishment

The retailer is expanding its partnership with Relex Solutions to improve in-stock levels using an AI-driven platform to analyze demand trends and positioning.

By Kelly Stroh • April 24, 2026

Ahold Delhaize USA joins Responsible Labor Initiative

The supermarket chain will help tackle human rights risks in global food and beverage supply chains as a member of the international group.

By Sam Silverstein • April 23, 2026

Sam’s Club launches 1-hour delivery to meet fast shipping demand

The retailer has rolled out its new Express delivery tier to over 600 locations, expanding upon its existing three-hour service.

By Max Garland • April 23, 2026

Tractor Supply’s delivery volume jumps as final-mile plan advances

Customers are tapping the retailer's growing capabilities for deliveries involving larger order quantities, Chief Supply Chain Officer Colin Yankee said.

By Max Garland • April 23, 2026

Amazon to renovate Florida facility, prompting temporary closure

The fulfillment center is expected to reopen in mid-to-late 2028, employing more than 1,000 people, an Amazon spokesperson told Supply Chain Dive.

By Kelly Stroh • April 21, 2026

Dollar General names VP of supply chain optimization

In addition to appointing Matt Lucas to guide improvements in the retailer's supply chain network, Kyle Gorman was promoted to VP of distribution.

By Kelly Stroh • April 21, 2026

Pandora upgrades WMS as part of supply chain tech overhaul

The jeweler plans to implement Hardis Supply Chain’s cloud-based software at its North America distribution center this summer as part of a larger supply chain overhaul.

By Kelly Stroh • April 20, 2026

Amazon opens China distribution center for US-bound seller inventory

The Shenzhen facility offers low-cost bulk storage near manufacturing origin before transit to the U.S., providing flexibility for merchants.

By Max Garland • 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, Executive Vice President, Operations at Saddle Creek Logistics Services • April 20, 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

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

PVH expects improved tariff mitigation results in 2026

The parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger plans to offset 60% of the financial impact of levies this year, doubling the percentage it achieved in 2025.

By Phil Neuffer • April 14, 2026

Target fuels next-day delivery expansion with Shipt

The retailer will grow a direct-from-store shipping capability with its subsidiary as it chases lower costs, executives told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • April 9, 2026

Amazon advances rural delivery push with new West Virginia facilities

Small-scale fulfillment operations in Davisville and Beaver aim to help enable same-day services in nearby communities.

By Max Garland • April 9, 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

Retailers rely on this tariff mitigation tactic. Congress has noticed.

The First Sale valuation method has helped companies lower their tariff costs for decades, but renewed scrutiny claims it harms U.S. production.

By Dani James • April 7, 2026

Postal Service, Amazon reach scaled-back delivery deal

The agreement will result in a 20% reduction in Amazon volume delivered by USPS, Reuters reported, capping a bumpy negotiations process.

By Max Garland • 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

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

Cyberattack hits Hasbro, impacting orders and shipping

The major U.S. toymaker and entertainment company is still working to assess if company data was stolen in the attack.

By David Jones • April 3, 2026