High pressure: 420 presents a daunting spike in demand for cannabis deliveries

In the states where recreational cannabis use is legal, April 20 presents a particularly tough challenge as the industry matures and customers expect more of the perks they are used to getting from traditional retailers.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 18, 2019

UPS leads $48M funding round for 3D printing startup

Fast Radius has been working with UPS since 2016 as the logistics company moves into on-demand manufacturing.

By Matt Leonard • April 16, 2019

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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

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Ace Hardware adds 'Deliver from Store' options

The efforts to improve order fulfillment come in addition to already existing features, which aim to optimize the retailer's e-commerce business.

By Caroline Jansen • April 12, 2019

Shipt, Petco partner for same-day delivery

Pet owners will be able to get supplies delivered from nearly 1,300 stores as quickly as under an hour.

By Daphne Howland • April 12, 2019

UPS launches medical drone transports, explores vaccine deliveries

The 3PL's foray into healthcare services leverages its expertise across three key business strategies: operational excellence, product leadership and customer intimacy. 

By Rich Weissman • March 27, 2019

Kroger's autonomous delivery test moves to Houston

The grocer said it will conclude its Scottsdale, Arizona, pilot this month, which launched in 2018, before initiating phase two in Texas this spring.

By Jeff Wells • March 14, 2019

Your own robot to pick up packages? Amazon is on it.

The live-in robot described in Amazon's new patent would meet the delivery truck and securely take parcels back inside.

By Matt Leonard • March 5, 2019

Chinese carriers move autonomous vehicles into daily use

China Post and Deppon Express say this is the first use of this technology for commercial purposes in the country. 

By Matt Leonard • March 5, 2019

Wayfair will open new last-mile facilities every month in 2019

Though net loss is growing for the company, Wayfair's CEO said the e-commerce giant is playing a long game — seizing control of its supply chain from both ends. 

By Emma Cosgrove • March 1, 2019

FedEx debuts autonomous same-day delivery bot

The robot is FedEx's latest expansion of its B2C capabilities and ticks all the boxes of sustainability, autonomous operations and quick delivery.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 27, 2019

Home Depot backs crowdsourced delivery startup Roadie

Roadie's gig-based "on-the-way" model not only theoretically reduces the carbon footprint of same-day delivery service, but it also allows retailers to flex up and down their delivery capacity as needed. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 22, 2019

Walmart and Deliv terminate grocery delivery partnership

The deal ended because of low order volumes and lengthy fulfillment times that kept drivers waiting 40 minutes or more, according to Reuters. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 13, 2019

DHL, USPS roll out electric fleets in California

DHL said adding 63 EVs to its fleet will help the company meet its goal of zero logistics-related emissions by 2050. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 5, 2019

Amazon leans on services for growth, builds out last mile

Natural maturity and advancing competition are pressuring the company, but its services are filling gaps and protecting margins.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2019

What Amazon's last-mile delivery ambitions mean for carriers

The company appears to be willing to try anything to improve last-mile delivery. But will its efforts stand a chance against legacy players like UPS and FedEx?

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 30, 2019

Amazon tests 'Scout' autonomous delivery vehicle

The robot points to a larger trend by the e-commerce giant exploring ways to improve its last-mile delivery capabilities.

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UPS to pilot reusable packaging deliveries and pickups

The "Loop" system, developed with TerraCycle, eliminates single-use packaging and moves forward the concept of a circular supply chain.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 24, 2019

UPS, Latch to offer in-building delivery in 10 more cities

Through pilots in New York City and San Francisco, UPS has seen a reduction in re-sent shipments and the time it takes drivers to make a delivery.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 22, 2019

UPS adds Saturday pickup, faster delivery for exporters

Shipments picked up on Saturday can be delivered as soon as Monday, one day faster than in the past. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 15, 2019

UPS and Amazon: A tale of 2 last-mile sustainability strategies

Carriers and retailers view sustainability from different vantage points, influencing their decisions on adopting goals and strategies for the last mile.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Jan. 15, 2019

FedEx pilots home delivery service for bulky goods

The carrier joins the likes of XPO Logistics seeking to take advantage of a bustling e-commerce market for furniture and appliances.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 14, 2019

New Segway robot joins autonomous delivery race

The delivery potential of the "Loomo" remains unclear, but Segway-Ninebot CEO Luke Gao insists it will help solve the last mile in crowded cities.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 4, 2019

DoorDash hits the road with autonomous vehicle delivery

The company partnered with GM's Cruise Automation to test self-driving vehicles for grocery and restaurant delivery in San Francisco.

By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 4, 2019

DHL to offer small shippers speedy delivery in 3 US cities

Vendors in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City will benefit from DHL eCommerce's new partnership with Easyship.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 19, 2018

New Jersey police use Amazon box as bait to catch thieves

One box sat out for just three minutes before it was taken.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 13, 2018