The Latest
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Will Walmart raise prices to mitigate tariffs?
The CFO warned in May tariffs would lead to price hikes, but analysts say Walmart has enough volume in its supply chain to keep consumers insulated from tariffs.
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Tyson looks to robotics for the future of meatpacking
As meat packers struggle to keep production on pace with demand, engineers at Tyson are working to create robots that will ease staff shortages and do jobs that may be dangerous or highly repetitive.
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FMCSA publishes proposed changes to HOS regulations
The suggested changes would provide more flexibility to truck drivers' 30-minute breaks and would allow them to split up the required 10-hour break from driving.
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Faster shipping options result in more delays, study finds
FedEx Priority Overnight and UPS' Next Day Air Saver were among the services with the highest rates of delay, according to a study from LateShipment.com.
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5 questions and answers about Hong Kong protests' impact on supply chains
Flights are resuming at the major transit hub, but the ripple effects of delays and the possibility of continued protests could affect global trade flows on multiple freight modes.
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Macy's draws on Google Cloud data management, analytics for warehouse optimization
Developed in-house, Macy's warehouse management software will initially roll out to distribution centers supporting its off-price Backstage stores.
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Walmart's omnichannel investments pay off in Q2
The quarter vindicated Walmart's investments in omnichannel capabilities and digital sales as U.S. comps rose 2.8% during a trying period for other retailers.
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Advance Auto Parts mitigates tariff impact through supplier collaboration, price hikes
The auto parts retailer's CFO highlighted how, even though gross profit margin declined in Q2, advanced preparation and reliance of in-house inventory will help it weather the storm.
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JD.com's logistics service breaks even after 5 years of investment
JD.com began building out its logistics capacity in 2014 with the strategy of adding capacity ahead of demand.
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FAA grants approval for drone food delivery pilot in North Carolina
The drones will travel along a single fixed route from a distribution center to an outdoor recreational area over mostly unpopulated areas, though the route does cross a highway.
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USTR: 10% tariffs on 'certain' clothing, electronics from China delayed to Dec. 15
Chinese imports not included on USTR's forthcoming list will still face 10% duties on Sept. 1, as President Donald Trump announced earlier this month.
UPDATED: Aug. 13, 2019 at 3:27 p.m. -
Technology permeates the cold chain warehouse — but it has its limits
At DHL's cold storage facility in Chicago, technologies such as RFID and dimensionalizer machines are designed to withstand cold temperatures and reduce the chill-factor for human labor.
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Workers are more upset by the possibility of people replacing them than robots, study says
Upskilling today's workers to ready them for the future could help remove any fears of being replaced by machines or people with tech knowledge.
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Tyson shifts production after plant fire to 'keep supply chain full'
A dip in processing capacity will likely manifest in a depleted and pricier spot market for beef, according to consultants.
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Hong Kong airport faces 2nd day of disruption
The airport suspended all passenger check-ins Tuesday as the result of ongoing protests in the city and airport terminals.
UPDATED: Aug. 13, 2019 at 9:03 a.m. -
Maker of Saucony, Keds ups inventory 30% ahead of September tariffs
CEO Blake Krueger said it is too early to determine what the impact will be on 2020 consumer pricing, as the company is holding its mitigation strategies until tariffs take effect.
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Senator, associations draft bill to address discrimination against women in trucking
The bill, not yet formally announced, would establish a Women in Trucking Advisory Board to investigate barriers women face in the trucking industry.
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How FedEx will fare post Amazon breakup
Analysts concluded limited financial impact to FedEx — and possible benefits for UPS — in light of the split.
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Is Walmart doing enough to protect workers in its supply chain?
The retailer has been auditing, investigating and reporting on its supply chain to clean up labor abuses, but experts say many of the current best practices fall short.
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Kraft Heinz new CEO: Less cost-cutting, more supply chain visibility
Miguel Patricio called the company's earnings results "unacceptable" and named operational efficiencies and accurate forecasting as the first steps to improving the bottom line.
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USPS parcel volume drops for 1st time in 9 years
The 3.2% decline comes as Amazon, FedEx, UPS and other carriers lure customers with fast last-mile delivery options and more in-house services.
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CN, CSX to team up on intermodal service
The service, which begins in October, will connect Montreal and southern Ontario to northeastern U.S. ports, aiming to take freight off the highways and onto the rails.
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Deep Dive
8 ways warehouse construction has evolved
21st century warehouses require specialized construction techniques, precise scheduling and highly experienced teams to meet industries' expectations.
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Amazon applies for waiver with FAA to allow drone delivery
The application stated Amazon Prime Air would use drones to deliver packages of up to five-pounds to customers in 30 minutes or less.
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CMA CGM rolls out fully electronic bills of lading
The carrier announced a suite of upgrades to its eBusiness platform this week in an ongoing bid to advance digitalization and efficiency.
