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Deep DiveHow a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains
Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.
By Larry Avila • July 24, 2024 -
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SpartanNash to close Maryland distribution center
The grocery wholesaler and retailer is shuttering a facility in Landover, resulting in 141 layoffs.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 24, 2024 -
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Kroger Q1 delivery sales boosted by automation
The grocer is recommitting to automation tech after improved e-commerce results in its most recent fiscal quarter.
By Philip Neuffer • July 23, 2024 -
Helen of Troy reports distribution disruptions at Tennessee facility
The company is working with suppliers to address the remaining challenges impacting customer orders.
By Kelly Stroh • July 22, 2024 -
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H&M’s ‘green’ financing tool supports supplier sustainability
The collaborative program aims to help manufacturers overcome the funding hurdles of implementing sustainable practices. Here's how.
By Kelly Stroh • July 19, 2024 -
Bassett Furniture temporarily shuts down manufacturing facilities following cyberattack
Although customers can still place orders and purchase products, the furniture company’s ability to fulfill orders is currently impacted.
By Kaarin Vembar • July 19, 2024 -
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Dollar General’s supply chain shift shows promise
The retailer is focusing on scaling back some items and restocking stores faster, executives said during an earnings call.
By Larry Avila • July 18, 2024 -
Osprey, Oxo Pop owner pursues production diversification strategy
Helen of Troy aims to reduce the potential exposure to tariffs on China-made goods.
By Kelly Stroh • July 17, 2024 -
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Academy Sports and Outdoors targets enhanced distribution performance
The retailer’s implementation of a new warehouse management system is a key component of its efforts to bolster its omnichannel capabilities.
By Philip Neuffer • July 16, 2024 -
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Walmart Canada debuts hydrogen truck
The Nikola tractor contributes to the retailer’s goal of a 100% alternatively powered fleet by 2028.
By Larry Avila • July 15, 2024 -
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Casey’s ramps up demand planning efforts
The c-store chain, which added more than 150 locations in fiscal 2024, has formed technology partnerships to improve procurement in the last few years.
By Philip Neuffer • July 15, 2024 -
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Walmart beefs up automated grocery distribution network
The retail giant is opening five new high-tech perishable sorting and packaging centers, while upgrading four others and retrofitting another.
By Philip Neuffer • July 11, 2024 -
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Traceability platform TrusTrace upgrades forced labor screening
The company’s supply chain tool uses AI to reduce “the likelihood of human error” and help fashion brands with regulatory compliance.
By Laurel Deppen • July 2, 2024 -
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Express bankruptcy spurs layoffs at Ohio facility
The company's logistics and shipping partner Bath & Body Works is shrinking its distribution operations for the apparel retailer due to declines in volume.
By Philip Neuffer • July 2, 2024 -
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Hibbett taps Walmart GoLocal for fast delivery
The white-label delivery service will help get online orders from the fashion retailer's stores to customers.
By Max Garland • June 28, 2024 -
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Tailored Brands opens new distribution center to reduce shipping times
The company is prioritizing product availability and next-day delivery for Men's Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank stores in the Midwest.
By Philip Neuffer • June 27, 2024 -
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Walgreens partners with TradeBeyond to enhance sourcing
The drugstore chain will roll out the technology this fall in pursuit of greater supply chain transparency and efficiency.
By Kelly Stroh • June 27, 2024 -
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Skechers supplier accused of using forced labor
The shoe material maker and two other vendors joined the Department of Homeland Security’s list of companies banned from importing goods into the U.S.
By Kelly Stroh • June 25, 2024 -
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Target’s fourth ‘flow’ distribution center opens in Georgia
The facility will replenish stores and ship products to customers as the retailer strengthens its omnichannel strategy.
By Philip Neuffer • June 24, 2024 -
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Walmart eyes smarter produce sourcing with crop monitoring pilot
The retailer's partnership with Agritask will provide information on blackberry and cherry crops grown by certain suppliers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 21, 2024 -
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J.C. Penney spends $40M on distribution center upgrades
The retailer installed new automation technology at its plant in Reno, Nevada, as part of a larger investment strategy.
By Philip Neuffer • June 21, 2024 -
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Stitch Fix among rush of retailers adding delivery providers
Several shippers are diversifying their carrier mixes this year in a bid to reduce transportation costs.
By Max Garland • June 20, 2024 -
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Kingfisher sets scope 3 emissions reductions goals for vendors
The home improvement company is collaborating with suppliers to map out sustainability targets.
By Kelly Stroh • June 20, 2024 -
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Sportwear brand On taps warehouse drones
The retailer has partnered with AI and robotics company Verity to improve fulfillment operations and inventory visibility.
By Kelly Stroh • June 18, 2024 -
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MGP Ingredients taps Mars Petcare veteran to lead operations
David Colyott joins the distilled spirits producer after a rocky few months that included net income drops and the closure of a Kansas distillery.
By Philip Neuffer • June 18, 2024
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