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Lego says nearshoring production minimizes distribution costs
The toy maker has been focused on manufacturing upgrades over the last year, with its first U.S. factory slated to begin operations in 2027.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.
The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption
The White House is also calling on Congress to pass legislation to exclude products covered by Section 201, 232 and 301 tariffs by the end of the year.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Canada’s major rail carriers have recovered from labor strife
CPKC and Canadian National say planning for a strike fueled the rapid turnaround from last month’s brief work stoppage.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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La-Z-Boy streamlines supply chain with Mexico consolidation
The furniture maker is moving some of its upholstery operations and plans to shutter a leased cut and sew facility.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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Under Armour seeks savings from streamlined supply chain strategy
The sportswear company is primarily focused on enhancing cross-channel capabilities and end-to-end planning.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Mattress Firm, DoorDash partner on 2-hour delivery
The companies are providing on-demand delivery from the retailer’s more than 2,300 store locations in the U.S.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Target fuels next-day delivery ambitions with Detroit sortation center
The new facility will eventually be able to process up to 60,000 packages daily, CFO Michael Fiddelke said.
By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Walmart to help sellers fulfill orders from third-party e-commerce sites
The Multichannel Solutions program deepens the retailer’s competition with Amazon, but there are some limitations to the service as it prepares to launch.
By Max Garland • Aug. 28, 2024 -
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Nordstrom credits faster supply chain operations for improved customer experience
The retailer said the use of RFID tags has led to better in-stock rates and faster delivery times.
By Bryan Wassel • Aug. 28, 2024 -
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Dick’s Sporting Goods to open Texas distribution center
The facility will be the retailer’s sixth as it targets continued expansion.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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Best Buy launches AI-powered delivery tracking
The company joins the growing ranks of retailers that are tapping artificial intelligence to enhance the shopping experience.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Canada’s major rail carriers shut down
With no new labor deal, Canadian National and CPKC locked out union workers shortly after midnight Thursday.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Adidas opts to avoid China in US product sourcing
The retail brand is leaning on more localized supply chains to improve its speed and agility.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Adidas America faces almost $400K in fines over warehouse safety violations
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspected the facility in 2021 and identified safety hazards that were still not corrected by a January 2024 visit.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Couche-Tard appoints global director of procurement
James Kelly’s hiring comes as the c-store retailer increases its focus on procurement and supply chain functions.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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How J.C. Penney is using AI and machine learning in its supply chain
The department store retailer is investing heavily in new technology to improve productivity and upgrade its legacy systems.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Aldi adding Instacart’s omnichannel tech to all US stores
The discounter is also rolling out the grocery technology company’s Caper Carts in Europe for the first time.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 12, 2024 -
Hasbro’s supply chain overhaul is paying off
The toy and game maker said enhanced planning efforts have helped optimize inventory management.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 7, 2024 -
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Michaels bolsters same-day delivery with DoorDash, Uber Eats
The retailer is among a growing number of businesses using on-demand delivery platforms to add value for customers.
By Max Garland • Aug. 7, 2024 -
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Trucking carriers haul more retail freight as industrial demand lags
Less-than-truckload companies Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and TForce Freight are all eager for a rebound in manufacturing demand.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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PriceSmart grows distribution network to aid omnichannel push
Amid increasing digital sales, the big box retailer added four third-party-run facilities to its supply chain during fiscal Q3 2024.
By Philip Neuffer • July 30, 2024 -
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Primark hires COO to head up supply chain
Nigel Jones aims to help the Ireland-based retailer expand its footprint and make its supply chain greener.
By S.L. Fuller • July 26, 2024 -
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Orvis taps FourKites for deeper supply chain insights
The outdoor retailer is seeing reduced track-and-trace efforts, among other benefits, from the expanded partnership.
By Kelly Stroh • July 25, 2024 -
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Hasbro names new chief supply chain officer
Stephanie Beal aims to refine processes to drive efficiency as the toy manufacturer implements a multi-year turnaround plan.
By S.L. Fuller • July 24, 2024
