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 Phil Neuffer • March 11, 2025

UPS rolls out fuel surcharge hikes, processing fee changes

One expert said FedEx could be poised to match the increases, which include a higher late payment rate and fees for check and wire transfers.

By Max Garland • March 7, 2025

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

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FedEx Network 2.0 consolidation spreads to 8 more locations

The carrier confirmed the ship centers would close or cut staff starting this month as it continues to merge its separate Express and Ground operations.

By Max Garland • March 5, 2025

UniUni plans US delivery coverage expansion

The parcel carrier aims to reach 70% of the U.S. by September as it pushes to be a national competitor to FedEx, UPS and others.

By Max Garland • March 5, 2025

USPS Priority Next Day launches in 54 markets

The overnight delivery offering's rollout comes as the agency prioritizes direct relationships with shippers.

By Max Garland • March 3, 2025

Foxtrot relaunches delivery for Dallas stores

The upscale retailer returned to Texas earlier this year as it rebuilds after a disastrous 2024.

By Jessica Loder • March 3, 2025

AI’s supply chain potential among Manifest 2025 takeaways

Target and Unilever are among the companies capitalizing on artificial intelligence, but some are still struggling in areas like leveraging data.

By Max Garland • Feb. 28, 2025

Trump mulls bringing US Postal Service into Commerce Department

Such a move could advance the president's interests in privatizing the agency, but the idea is already seeing resistance.

By Max Garland • Feb. 24, 2025

Walmart expands same-day delivery reach

Technology advancements are also helping the retailer bring store-fulfilled orders to more customers.

By Max Garland • Feb. 21, 2025

Unilever’s ice cream supply chain looks to solve last-mile hurdles

Technology is helping with forecasting and visibility, but the last mile remains complicated, an executive said at Manifest 2025.

By Max Garland • Feb. 19, 2025

Postal Service leader Louis DeJoy prepares to step down

The Postmaster General is looking to facilitate a smooth transition as the Trump administration reportedly scrutinizes the agency.

By Max Garland • Feb. 18, 2025

USPS Ground Advantage volume jumps as shipping changes take root

The Postal Service has secured more direct customer contracts as volume for services used by package consolidators wanes.

By Max Garland • Feb. 7, 2025

USPS regulator pushes back on network overhaul efforts

The Postal Regulatory Commission says the agency isn’t “laying a foundation for success,” while Postmaster General Louis DeJoy asserts the Postal Service is on the right track.

By Max Garland • Feb. 5, 2025

USPS lifts brief suspension of inbound China, Hong Kong packages

The agency said it’s working with Customs and Border Protection to establish a better collection method for additional tariffs placed on China.

By Max Garland • Feb. 5, 2025

FedEx confirms 3 more facility closures for Network 2.0

Ship centers in Kentucky, New York and Pennsylvania will close in the coming months as the carrier merges its separate networks.

By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025

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 • Updated Feb. 12, 2025

UPS SurePost’s Postal Service split sparked by service, cost worries

UPS executives acknowledged the shift could lead to a loss of customers, but touted upsides in making those deliveries in-house.

By Max Garland • Jan. 31, 2025

UPS to cut Amazon volume by more than 50%

The reduction will occur by the second half of 2026 as part of the carrier’s push to deliver more profitable packages.

By Max Garland • Jan. 30, 2025

UPS SurePost changes put shippers at a crossroads

Rate hikes and coverage changes are piquing customers' interest in alternatives, but contract penalties could complicate volume shifts, experts said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 29, 2025

Home Depot expands fast delivery options with DoorDash, Uber Eats

The move adds to the home improvement retailer’s delivery capabilities, which also include a tie-up with Instacart.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 29, 2025

Parcel delivery rates: What 2025 could bring FedEx, UPS shippers

Delivery discounts persist, but experts say lightweight and heavier packages are vulnerable to pricing pressure this year.

By Max Garland • Jan. 28, 2025

USPS’ DeJoy: Consolidator changes will boost competitiveness

The agency’s previous approach to shipping partners was "foolish" and limited utilization of its network, the Postal Service leader told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • Jan. 27, 2025

Walmart GoLocal integrates in IBM’s order management system

The collaboration aims to make it easier for retailers to access and implement the white-label delivery service in their operations.

By Max Garland • Jan. 27, 2025

FedEx, UPS discounts expected to keep rate hikes in check

Ground shipping costs are projected to drop slightly year over year in Q1, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

By Max Garland • Jan. 24, 2025

Can Postal Service consolidators capitalize on market ‘chaos’?

After a disruptive 2024 in terms of operations and pricing, DHL eCommerce, OSM Worldwide and ACI Logistix leaders told Supply Chain Dive how they are evolving to compete.

By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2025