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

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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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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

How retailers are responding to a wave of returns

Companies face a multifaceted balancing act of controlling costs, stopping fraud and maintaining engagement and flexibility for customers.

By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 22, 2025

Walmart invests in automation as it sells robotics arm

The retail giant will fund the buildout of more than 400 accelerated pickup and delivery centers as part of its agreement with Symbotic.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025

Ulta taps Instacart for same-day delivery

Through the partnership, customers can receive beauty products in as little as one hour.

By Howard Ruben • Jan. 17, 2025

Parcel carrier Veho introduces Premium Economy service

The new delivery offering aims to compete with the U.S. Postal Service as the agency hikes rates on lightweight packages.

By Max Garland • Jan. 16, 2025

UPS rolls out temporary facility closures amid network overhaul

The provisional shutdowns are resulting in layoffs across several states, but the carrier said it plans to reopen the sites in 2026.

By Max Garland • Jan. 15, 2025

2025’s logistics risks include tariffs, labor strife

Potential disruptions could pressure costs and reliability across transport modes. Here's what supply chain experts are watching this year.

By Max Garland • Jan. 14, 2025

Delivery provider Pandion closing

The company has ceased operations after conversations with investors and potential acquirers fizzled out, founder Scott Ruffin said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 13, 2025

USPS to launch ‘Next Day Priority’ shipping service in 2025

The agency said the offering will reach about 87% of the U.S. daily by sending packages to its last-mile delivery units overnight.

By Max Garland • Jan. 13, 2025

UPS SurePost volume shifts away from US Postal Service, Teamsters say

The move brings millions of packages back into the carrier's network for final-mile delivery, according to the union.

By Max Garland • Jan. 10, 2025

Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences. 

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 9, 2025

Costco reports improved big-and-bulky delivery performance

The wholesale retailer’s ability to cut down on delivery times has coincided with an uptick in activity, according to President and CEO Ron Vachris. 

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 9, 2025

2025 brings wave of parcel carrier rate hikes

Shippers are facing price increases and surcharge changes but have room to negotiate discounts.

By Max Garland • Jan. 8, 2025

USPS’ transportation consolidation efforts have hurt service: OIG

The Postal Service's Local Transportation Optimization initiative particularly impacted on-time delivery for rural customers, per an agency watchdog report.

By Max Garland • Jan. 8, 2025

Winter Storm Blair: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service warn of delays

Delivery services across the central and eastern U.S. have been stymied by the severe weather.

By Max Garland • Jan. 7, 2025

Walmart misled delivery drivers on earnings access, lawsuit claims

The CFPB says the retailer deposited Spark drivers' pay into illegally opened accounts without their consent.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 7, 2025

FedEx targets growth in 4 customer segments

Network changes and new capabilities aim to snag market share in healthcare and automotive B2B, U.S. e-commerce, global air freight and Europe.

By Max Garland • Jan. 6, 2025

Mexico restricts duty-free apparel imports

The rule change will significantly impact foreign fashion brands and 3PLs using Mexico for de minimis shipments to the U.S.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 2, 2025

Exploring the de minimis exemption’s role in supply chains

The provision has come under fire in recent years, with any potential changes likely impacting manufacturing, parcel shipping and air cargo operations.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 2, 2025

Supply Chains 2024: A year in pictures

The industry saw significant upheaval, with a major container vessel crash, natural disasters and port and rail shutdowns. Here are some memorable moments.

By Kelly Stroh , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 20, 2024