UPS’ future is less e-commerce, more SMB, B2B and healthcare

The carrier is pursuing growth in high-value verticals as major customer Amazon pulls shorter-distance shipments into its own network.

By Max Garland • March 9, 2026

Target readies next-day delivery for 20 more metros this spring

The retailer expects to boost its supply chain spending this year as it rolls out more shipping options in California, Texas and other states.

By Max Garland • March 5, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Canada Post contract voting dates set, along with strike vote

A strike mandate would offer extra leverage for the union if the proposed deals are rejected, but one expert said shippers shouldn't be worried about the procedure.

By Max Garland • March 4, 2026

FedEx hub chemical spill leads to Postal Service shipping restrictions

Priority Mail Express services are embargoed until Friday due to the incident, which temporarily closed part of a key FedEx sortation facility.

By Max Garland • March 4, 2026

Home Depot launches real-time delivery tracking for large items

Handheld devices used by drivers enabled the new feature for shipments of bulkier goods like appliances and lumber.

By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2026

3 ways FedEx, UPS competitors are leveling up in 2026

Seeking refuge from the delivery giants' rising prices, many shippers are mulling alternatives. Can better features and coverage make the trend stick?

By Max Garland • Feb. 26, 2026

USPS tests picture proof of delivery capability

Testing is underway in four metro areas, but images taken aren’t available yet for customers, per the Postal Service.

By Max Garland • Feb. 25, 2026

UPS driver buyouts: Court denies Teamsters plea to halt rollout

The decision issued Friday marks a step forward for the carrier's plan to offer separation packages to roughly 105,000 drivers.

By Max Garland • Feb. 23, 2026

UPS’ 2026 closures will hit Atlanta, Dallas, other cities across US

The carrier plans to shutter 22 facilities with Teamsters members across 18 states this year, according to court documents.

By Max Garland • Feb. 17, 2026

FedEx plans to close over 475 stations due to Network 2.0

The delivery giant's network consolidation plan is now shifting its focus to large metro areas like San Francisco, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Feb. 13, 2026

FedEx narrows e-commerce delivery focus to ‘specialized’ shipments

"If you're shipping T-shirts, FedEx might not be for you," Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere said at the carrier's 2026 Investor Day.

By Max Garland • Feb. 13, 2026

US Postal Service launches service to prepay import duties

USPS Delivered Duty Paid looks to erase scenarios for international deliveries where the recipient is faced with unexpected charges upon delivery.

By Max Garland • Feb. 11, 2026

FedEx launches AI tools to answer customers’ last-mile questions

The tools can be embedded into shippers’ last-mile experience to improve visibility and communication with customers. 

By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 11, 2026

UPS driver buyout plans hit hurdle with Teamsters lawsuit

The carrier planned to offer a $150,000 separation package for full-time U.S. drivers, although the timing is unclear after the union’s injunction request.

By Max Garland • Feb. 11, 2026

FedEx to deploy autonomous trailer unloader from Berkshire Grey

The logistics giant is currently in the final stage of piloting the technology, which is occurring at one facility with multiple unloaders, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Feb. 10, 2026

USPS bets on ‘dramatic interest’ in last-mile plan as volume drops

Postmaster General David Steiner identified three growth priorities for the agency after it posted weaker results for its package shipping products in Q1.

By Max Garland • Feb. 9, 2026

AI’s influence on shoppers ups importance of inventory positioning

Consumers’ desire for speed and convenience in online shopping lends an edge to regional distribution models, experts said.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 6, 2026

Amazon same-day deliveries leap 70% YoY, faster speeds eyed

Orders for groceries and essentials have helped establish same-day as the e-commerce giant's fastest-growing delivery option.

By Max Garland • Feb. 6, 2026

Tractor Supply readies next phase of final-mile delivery plan

The retailer plans to expand its delivery capabilities to over 1,200 stores as it looks to reduce transportation costs.

By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2026

USPS last-mile bidding process: What shippers should know

Use of agency facilities near end customers will depend partly on a bidder's sortation and transportation capabilities, a Postal Service executive said.

By Max Garland • Updated Feb. 4, 2026

UPS expands RFID deployment to woo shippers, up productivity

The carrier's UPS Store locations are now processing 1.3 million packages with the technology daily as retailers seek improved shipment visibility.

By Max Garland • Feb. 3, 2026

Dollar General expands reach of rural same-day delivery service

The discount retailer is the latest company extending its delivery offerings to focus on underserved communities.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 2, 2026

Top supply chain risks and trends to follow in 2026

Explore how tariff changes, key supply shortages and volatile logistics capacity will test network resilience in this roundup of deep dives from Supply Chain Dive.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026

5 logistics trends to watch in 2026

Stabilizing market dynamics for shippers could be curtailed by overcapacity and network complexity risks, logistics experts said.

By Kelly Stroh , Max Garland • Jan. 29, 2026

UPS preps 30K job cuts, more driver buyouts in 2026

The carrier expects the moves, along with building closures, will help it save $3 billion as it adjusts to reduced Amazon volume.

By Max Garland • Jan. 27, 2026