Convoy closes, unable to find buyer

The logistics startup’s CEO and co-founder blamed weak freight and capital markets in a layoff letter to employees. 

By Larry Avila • Oct. 19, 2023

Amazon to integrate drones into fulfillment network for faster delivery

Prime Air drones will deploy at same-day delivery sites rather than standalone facilities as the company scales its use of the emerging transportation method.

By Max Garland • Oct. 19, 2023

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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

Casey’s chief procurement officer departs

Jaime Robes’ three-year tenure at the convenience store retailer included feats like implementing sourcing technology and boosting electronic payments.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 19, 2023

FedEx scaling program that reduces air fleet downtime

The logistics giant plans to expand the use of Mojix's inventory tracking platform, which keeps tabs on aircraft parts, beyond the U.S.

By Max Garland • Oct. 18, 2023

CEVA Logistics leverages Boston Dynamics robots for warehouse efficiency

The logistics company will use the robotics company's Stretch robot to unload hundreds of boxes per hour, helping its automotive, consumer retail and technology shippers.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 16, 2023

This AI chatbot can help predict supply chain disruptions at farms

Cersi, a virtual analyst introduced by agtech startup Helios, can be used by large food companies to manage commodity risks in the face of climate change and market volatility.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 16, 2023

REI opens Tennessee distribution center to support 60-plus stores

The 400,000-square-foot center in Lebanon is equipped with technology to improve picking efficiency, a spokesperson said.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 13, 2023

Flexport to cut 20% of workforce as it eyes return to profitability

Layoffs are expected to begin Friday, Oct. 13, CEO Ryan Petersen told employees.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 13, 2023

Supply chain conferences to watch in 2024

Next year’s industry conferences range from procurement to container shipping, retail logistics and more.

By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Nov. 2, 2023

Microsoft to end Supply Chain Center preview less than a year after launch

Some of the solution's capabilities will still be available to customers in Dynamics 365 and Power Platform after it shuts down on Oct. 31.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 11, 2023

Flexport plans to cut up to 30% of workers: reports

The freight forwarder already laid off a fifth of its workforce earlier this year as it dealt with the effects of a macroeconomic downturn.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 6, 2023

How Memorial Sloan Kettering is consolidating its supply chain

The healthcare institution is leveraging data to improve forecasting, in addition to streamlining its reporting and purchasing operations to consolidate its supply chain operations.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 5, 2023

How AI can optimize supply chain planning

Organizations must define the role of automation in their planning process to support more agile decision-making.

By Brenda Westbrook and Caleb Thomson • Oct. 5, 2023

FreightTech AI - embrace the practicality, NOT the hype!

Everywhere we turn, we hear about AI. But how should you think about it in today’s supply chain software world? Where is it real and where is it hype?

Oct. 2, 2023

AI will revolutionize packaging, but strong controls are needed: Pack Expo speakers

“Packaging is the hardest piece to corral” due to the complexity of the sector’s data, said Specright founder and CEO Matthew Wright.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 29, 2023

Only 38% of businesses are tracking Scope 3 emissions: IBM report

Greenhouse gases in supply chains represent the largest source of most industries’ carbon footprint, but many firms are just beginning to account for them.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 28, 2023

Flexe lays off 33% of its workforce

The 131 job cuts are expected to begin in November in Seattle. 

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 27, 2023

FedEx testing AI-powered, trailer-loading robots

The collaboration with Dexterity AI aims to help the delivery giant more efficiently load the wide variety of shipments it handles.

By Max Garland • Sept. 27, 2023

Walmart GoLocal teams up with air cargo platform for faster transit times

The SmartKargo partnership expands the delivery service's capabilities for retailers and e-commerce companies.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 26, 2023

The future is now: How AI improves operations in existing warehouses

Real-time location services allow supply chain leaders to use AI tools in their existing warehouses.

Sept. 25, 2023

Hershey’s first chief technology officer is an Amazon veteran

Deepak Bhatia brings expertise in automation, supply chain and artificial intelligence to the maker of Reese’s and Kisses.

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 21, 2023

Clorox warns of product shortages a month after disclosing cyberattack

Officials for the household product maker expect to return to automated order processing starting next week, with plans to ramp up production over time.

By David Jones • Sept. 19, 2023

DHL eCommerce opens consolidated distribution center near CVG airport

The $74 million facility is part of the company’s five-year growth plan as it looks to automate its U.S. facilities and increase its network footprint.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 19, 2023

American Eagle turns to AI for help managing inventory

The apparel retailer recently rolled out a new tool that executives say allows it to service demand while keeping leaner stocks. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 15, 2023

Kroger taps the brakes on automated fulfillment center rollout

The grocery chain plans to hold off on building new e-commerce sites with the robotics firm Ocado, aiming to focus on automation at its current sites.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 14, 2023