Walmart's newest high-tech warehouse will automatically load pallets

The facility, set to open in 2020, will be 40% more efficient than traditional warehouses and require several STEM-educated workers.

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 18, 2018

Burberry tightens lead times with monthly product releases

The luxury apparel brand's move toward fast fashion and a lean model may be innovative in the fashion world, but it's old hat in traditional manufacturing. 

By Rich Weissman • Oct. 18, 2018

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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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Hurricane Florence, one month later

Lingering effects on supply chains have mostly faded, but billions of dollars in damage remain. 

By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 18, 2018

US to exit international postal treaty

The move could end the competitive advantage of Chinese shippers over domestic ones when it comes to lightweight merchandise. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 18, 2018

What you need to know about order fulfillment

Whether using new services, new technology or tackling new markets, shippers are working toward "fast and free."

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 16, 2018

Florida delivery issues jump 117% during Michael

The Category 4 storm brought activity to a standstill in the Florida panhandle, as ports closed and shipments were suspended.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 16, 2018

Former Kellogg sub-distributors sue over logistics shift

Downstream partners claim Kellogg misrepresented its supply chain plans, and now the complaint is going to court.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 16, 2018

4 trends in order fulfillment

Whether tapping into new fulfillment services, technologies or markets, shippers are all working toward "fast and free."

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 15, 2018

2 retail models to 'crack the nut' of subscription-box fulfillment

With a built-in customer base, traditional retailers don’t start from scratch, but starting a new sales channel requires different ways of thinking.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 15, 2018

In the warehouse, bigger isn't always better

Supply chains are being redesigned to fulfill orders faster, and warehouse technology is emerging as a centerpiece.

By Jacqueline Renfrow • Oct. 15, 2018

5 multistory warehouses pop up amid e-commerce boom

Developments are underway in New York City, Seattle and San Francisco, allowing companies close proximity to high density population centers. 

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 12, 2018

Freight decisions head to the 'C-suite table'

Transportation decisions are now a business differentiator, according to a DHL Supply Chain survey where a majority of respondents said they would invest for better services.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 12, 2018

Ahead of Canada's legalization date, cannabis suppliers struggle to meet demand

Supply chain issues — from harvest to packaging — may leave more than 40% of Canada's cannabis demand unfulfilled next week.

By Rich Weissman • Oct. 11, 2018

USPS proposes raising parcel delivery prices

The Postal Service says increased rates would help keep it competitive and bring in much needed revenue.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 11, 2018

Michael closes North Carolina ports, suspends deliveries

The tropical storm, which made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane, is wreaking havoc on the Gulf Coast.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 11, 2018

Transformational tech and life-saving drones: An inside view from CSCMP Edge 2018

Applications of new technology are shifting the ways supply chains have done business for decades.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 10, 2018

Hurricane Michael closes ports, shuts down oil drilling with landfall imminent

The storm will make landfall near Pensacola, Florida, today with winds in excess of 145 miles per hour.

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 10, 2018

Rampant returns and what to do about them

Millions of packages will be returned this holiday season, forcing an uncomfortable question on retailers: Is it cheaper to resell or destroy an unwanted product?

By Jen A. Miller • Oct. 9, 2018

Views from APICS 2018: The evolution of a fragmented supply chain industry

Companies' cross-functional demands are calling supply chain managers to step up like never before.

By Andy Burt , Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 9, 2018

4 direct-to-consumer models shifting the supply chain

With more consumers purchasing directly from farms and factories, roles within the supply chain are changing.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 9, 2018

Amazon opens pop-up delivery location in wake of Florence

The location will stay open until October 14 to serve residents whose homes are still unreachable due to flooding. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 9, 2018

Teamsters ratify UPS contract despite more 'no' votes than 'yes'

The labor union plans to go back to the bargaining table with UPS to address outstanding "member concerns."

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 8, 2018

A new warehouse offers hope to floundering Bed Bath & Beyond

Shipping rates for e-commerce orders and coupons are dragging margins down for the retailer, which is taking a hard look at every facet of its business to turn things around. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 5, 2018

Molson Coors prepares its supply chain as cannabis laws shift in Canada

The brewing company will face regulation and distribution changes as it partners with a cannabis-infused beverage producer.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 4, 2018

XPO aims to slash fulfillment times with 5K new robots

The "collaborative robots" will be manufactured exclusively for XPO and deployed in its North American and European facilities.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 4, 2018