How Gong cha overhauled its supply chain for US growth

The bubble tea brand has standardized its supply chain playbook by moving to a direct franchising system, according to Alan Davis, director of supply chain for the Americas.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 9, 2026

Walmart, Wing add 7 markets to drone delivery expansion plan

The companies aim to start operations in Philadelphia, Phoenix and other metros by 2027 as the retailer advances its fast delivery push.

By Max Garland • June 9, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

ArcBest, ABF Freight announce 5.9% rate increase

The atypical Q2 announcement goes into effect later this month as heavier freight mixes gain traction.

By David Taube • June 8, 2026

International Paper taps CPKC for rail needs at Mississippi facility

The paper and pulp company's upcoming packaging site will be able to use the railroad's single-line network to strengthen its supply chain.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 8, 2026

Why Nespresso diversified its delivery provider mix

The espresso and coffee company is tapping carriers like Jitsu in a bid to boost the end customer experience.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2026

Dollar General’s fast delivery offering helps lift sales

About half of the retailer's sub-hour orders were delivered in under 30 minutes in Q1, CEO Todd Vasos said.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2026

Can AI gains give alternative delivery providers an edge?

As parcel carriers like SpeedX and Veho deploy in-house AI tools, experts say the technology could help upstarts close the gap with FedEx and UPS.

By Max Garland • June 5, 2026

Delivery reliability trumps speed, Macy’s and Ulta execs say

Maintaining on-time delivery promises will keep shoppers coming back, but fast shipping still has a role to play, retail leaders said at Home Delivery World 2026.

By Max Garland • June 5, 2026

3 logistics upgrades benefiting Wayfair

Leaders from the retailer detailed multiple initiatives at Home Delivery World 2026, from consolidating deliveries to automating driver calls to customers.

By Max Garland • June 4, 2026

Amazon wants sellers to be more precise with handling times

A new requirement aims to push sellers to offer more accurate delivery dates on self-fulfilled SKUs, which the company said can boost sales.

By Max Garland • June 4, 2026

AutoZone’s distribution strategy drives sales gains

The auto parts retailer has made headway on faster store fulfillment as it continues to expand its roster of mega hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • June 4, 2026

Trump admin appeals aspects of tariff refund order

The Department of Justice said the Court of International Trade lacks the authority to mandate refunds for all finally liquidated entries.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 3, 2026

US eyes new tariffs for China, EU, Mexico and more after labor probes

The potential levies of either 10% or 12.5% would apply to 60 trading partners, although the proposal listed several product exemptions.

By Max Garland • June 3, 2026

USTR floats 25% tariff on Brazil imports

The agency proposed the levy as a result of a Section 301 investigation launched last year, with a public hearing set for July 6.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 2, 2026

Trump further tweaks steel, aluminum, copper tariffs

A greater range of industrial and agricultural equipment made with the metals will temporarily face a reduced 15% levy starting June 8, per the White House.

By Phil Neuffer • June 2, 2026

Target launches $367M food distribution center in Colorado

The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

By Peyton Bigora • June 2, 2026

Canada Post employees ratify contracts, ending labor uncertainty

CEO Doug Ettinger said the carrier will work hard to regain trust from disruption-weary customers amid a prolonged decline in parcel revenue.

By Max Garland • June 1, 2026

Ulta Beauty taps Uber Eats for delivery

The beauty retailer has also partnered with Instacart and DoorDash as the fast delivery market grows.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 1, 2026

UPS invests $50M in automotive, industrial logistics push

The carrier will launch time-definite services for heavy air freight to and from Mexico and has hired experts in high-priority segments.

By Max Garland • May 29, 2026

USPS, DHL eCommerce ink $10B-plus long-term contract

The deal adds to other arrangements the agency has secured with Amazon and UPS as it looks to improve its financial outlook.

By Max Garland • May 28, 2026

Walmart: Store-fulfilled deliveries getting faster

More than 36% of deliveries from stores arrived in three hours or less in Q1, with quicker speeds fueling customer engagement, EVP and CFO John David Rainey said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2026

Full tariff refunds for de minimis imports? US says no

A lawsuit aims to revive the exemption and land refunds on all tariffs for shipments that would have qualified, but the Justice Department offered a rebuttal.

By Max Garland • May 27, 2026

CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 26, 2026

Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak

The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 26, 2026

Walmart rolling out simplified inbound logistics for suppliers

The retailer's Prepaid Consolidation Program enables suppliers to send products to one location, rather than managing shipments to multiple distribution centers.

By Max Garland • May 26, 2026