Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow

The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here's what you should know.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 31, 2025

Nearly half of managers predict layoffs in 2025

Companies may also consider cutting costs by reducing salaries, benefits, bonuses and office space.

By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 29, 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

Procter & Gamble operations unhindered by Blue Yonder disruption

The consumer goods company built an in-house solution to keep orders moving as its transportation management system provider navigated a ransomware attack.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 27, 2025

Walmart invests in automation as it sells robotics arm

The retail giant will fund the buildout of more than 400 accelerated pickup and delivery centers as part of its agreement with Symbotic.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025

Hapag-Lloyd procurement team enlists digital tool for supplier visibility

The ocean carrier used Craft's supply chain intelligence platform to help navigate last fall's East and Gulf Coast port strike.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 16, 2025

Albertsons to ramp up automation at distribution centers

The grocery retailer expects technological upgrades to help it better manage inventory and lower costs.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 14, 2025

Solv Energy names head of procurement

Lyn Cowgill will manage procurement strategy and supply chain operations at the renewable energy company.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 13, 2025

How a new smart label tracks food’s supply chain journey

Giesecke+Devrient's peel-and-stick label is launching ahead of looming FDA traceability requirements in 2026.

By Nathan Owens • Jan. 10, 2025

Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences. 

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 9, 2025

US Steel streamlines procurement processes with AI-powered platform

The steel producer is using GEP Software to analyze spend and forecasting while also managing its sourcing project pipeline.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 3, 2025

DHL Supply Chain deploys Volvo autonomous trucks in Texas

The logistics company is using the technology along two routes in the state as it seeks to increase freight capacity. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 18, 2024

Babybel cheese producer improves supply chain planning with AI

Bel Group deployed Kinaxis Maestro software across its operations to improve disruption mitigation, shelf-life management and distribution optimization.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 17, 2024

Blue Yonder helps restore operations for majority of impacted customers

Starbucks regained access to its employee scheduling platform, while authorities continue to probe claims by a threat group.

By David Jones • Dec. 16, 2024

Volkswagen’s PowerCo secures battery materials supply deal

The five-year agreement with Australia-based Novonix, a manufacturer of synthetic graphite material, is slated to start in 2027.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 6, 2024

Burlington credits distribution center investments for Q3 cost reductions

The discount retailer aims to own more of its facilities while pushing for greater productivity through automation.

By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 3, 2024

What shippers and carriers seek from a modern TMS

Transportation management systems can be a “game changer,” but emerging technology integrations will spur even more benefits.

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Dec. 6, 2024

UPS deploys Verity warehouse drones for inventory tracking

The technology is helping the company's Velocity facility identify stock discrepancies and reduce "high-reach tasks" for workers.

By Max Garland • Dec. 3, 2024

Blue Yonder moves closer to full recovery after November ransomware attack

U.K. supermarket chain Morrisons says its operations are mostly restored, while Blue Yonder is working with other customers to recover operations.

By David Jones • Dec. 2, 2024

Hy-Vee improves visibility, delivery performance

The grocery retailer’s adoption of a transportation management system improves the operation of its complex cross-dock network, SVP of Distribution Matt Beenblossom said.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 26, 2024

Boosting supplier collaboration: Molex’s digital supply chain journey

Strategies like the ones employed by Molex can lead to improved efficiency, reduced costs and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Nov. 18, 2024

DHL Supply Chain experiments with GenAI

The logistics provider is seeking better data management so it can deliver more tailored service to customers. 

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 12, 2024

DOL guidelines for workplace AI center employee needs, job quality

The agency’s principles for responsible AI use in the workplace focus heavily on employee rights and how the technology should improve working conditions.

By Justin Bachman • Nov. 5, 2024

Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in procurement

Incorporating AI into procurement is a technical endeavor that must consider the human impact to be successful, 4C Associates’ director of digital innovation writes.

By Joe Gibson • Nov. 4, 2024

The true cost of not having a safety program

Make sure your drivers are safe not only for themselves but others around them with safety programs.

Nov. 4, 2024

AI adoption drives ‘unmanageable’ spike in cloud costs

Most IT and financial executives surveyed say expenses are rising and money is being spent inefficiently.

By Matt Ashare • Oct. 31, 2024