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    Amazon plans fourth robotics fulfillment center in Virginia

    Once completed, the 3.1 million-square-foot facility will join a roster that includes a Virginia Beach site set to open later this year.

    By May 19, 2025
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    Amazon reveals new warehouse robots in push to trim manual tasks

    The e-commerce giant said it plans to deploy the various technologies in the coming years as it works to boost "more high-skilled work."

    By May 15, 2025
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    AI in Supply Chain Management

    Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    10 ways to optimize your brownfield facility

    Learn how to boost efficiency and scalability with 10 tips for optimizing brownfield facilities.

    By Renn Martin • May 12, 2025
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    Walmart touts savings from continued automation efforts

    The retailer predicts it will slash costs by more than 30% at its high-tech facilities by year's end, one executive said. 

    By May 8, 2025
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    Mattress Firm taps AI platform to improve inventory flow

    Using Invent.ai technology, the retailer will aim to upgrade demand forecasting and distribution center replenishment.

    By May 6, 2025
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    Ensuring safety and quality: a case study in improving food deliveries

    Food delivery robots are on the rise, but how can they ensure food safety? A new pilot study reveals innovative solutions.

    May 5, 2025
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    Tracking tariffs: The latest frontier in AI

    Several technology vendors are rolling out new tools to help retailers and manufacturers track the impact of tariffs on their supply costs and improve decision-making. 

    By Nathan Owens • April 30, 2025
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    How COVID-19 changed US manufacturing: 5 years later

    After the chaos of the pandemic, manufacturers learned to lean into supplier relationships and supply chain resiliency to avoid future disruptions.

    By Nathan Owens • April 28, 2025
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    4 strategies procurement leaders should embrace in 2025

    Companies are expanding their supplier bases and their tech stacks to maintain the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods. 

    By April 24, 2025
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    Trump tariffs add to warehouse automation woes

    Some vendors say their customers are already becoming “increasingly concerned” about the tariffs, according to a report by Interact Analysis.

    By Alexei Alexis • April 23, 2025
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    Freight classification missteps are costing you—here’s how to get ahead of it

    The silent supply chain risk you can’t afford to ignore.

    By Holly Taylor, NMFTA • April 21, 2025
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    CH Robinson expands AI use for LTL quotes, capacity acquisition

    Since the capability launched, the freight broker has seen a 30% monthly jump in LTL quotes coming from AI.

    By April 16, 2025
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    Why property security is the new competitive advantage

    Security isn’t just a cost—it’s a competitive edge. Protect your assets before it’s too late.

    By Michael Dorrington • April 14, 2025
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    Walmart, Uber share food delivery innovation strategies

    Executives said drones and autonomous vehicles are helping their companies speed up need-it-now delivery trips during Grocery Dive’s virtual event.

    By Peyton Bigora • April 9, 2025
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    Mathis Home rolls out inventory management, forecasting upgrade

    With Blue Yonder's supply chain platform, the furniture retailer is moving away from manual forecasting and replenishment processes.

    By April 8, 2025
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    4 best practices for logistics managers in 2025

    Freight visibility and route optimization are critical to moving cargo in a demanding marketplace, experts say. 

    By April 2, 2025
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    4 strategies to manage inventory and supply chain operations in 2025

    Stratifying SKUs and balancing just-in-time and just-in-case stock are some of the tactics businesses can use to navigate today’s dynamic environment.

    By April 1, 2025
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    Amazon building robotics fulfillment center in North Carolina

    The facility will contain more than 3 million square feet of floor space and support the company’s efforts to cut costs and improve production.

    By March 25, 2025
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    Businesses are feeling optimistic in 2025

    In 2025, 85% of global suppliers are driven by a newfound optimism, embracing innovation and growth.

    March 24, 2025
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    Macy’s to open North Carolina distribution center

    The facility, slated to open in this year, will provide additional supply chain efficiencies at a lower cost, executives say.

    By March 17, 2025
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    AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain

    The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.

    By March 17, 2025
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    Your AI investment is talking: Are you getting the right story?

    Struggling with AI ROI? Learn how supply chain leaders extract real value from their investments.

    By Mark Joseph, Senior Vice President, Product Management, Deposco • March 17, 2025
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    5 insights from Lowe’s EVP of Supply Chain

    Margi Vagell explains how the home improvement retailer approaches network optimization, automation implementation and balancing customer segments.

    By March 11, 2025
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    How Dick’s Sporting Goods is mastering the omnichannel game

    The retailer has found success by shifting from a speed-at-all-costs strategy to one that prioritizes predictability for customers.

    By March 11, 2025
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    Kroger and Ocado plan to open 2 more automated fulfillment centers

    Ocado is moving forward with its Kroger partnership but executives for the British company noted that growth in its global customer fulfillment centers is “behind expectations.”

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2025