UPS and FedEx beat expectations with high, on-time delivery rates

Holiday delivery numbers look good, but carriers don't record all late shipments, depending on the criteria.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 17, 2018

Kuehne + Nagel looks to invest in logistics tech startups

The freight forwarder's latest joint venture shows we are at a bit of a crossroads as traditional players aim to disrupt in 2018.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 16, 2018

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Inside the trends affecting logistics management

The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Walmart shuttering 63 Sam's Clubs in shift to e-commerce

Twelve of the locations will be converted to e-commerce fulfillment centers, a neat symbol of Walmart's recent focus on online shopping.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2018

Ford's cloud-based mobility could transform urban last-mile delivery

The supply chain must play a hands-on role to realize the potential of a fully integrated communication system within transportation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 11, 2018

Blockchain: The next revolution in the food supply chain

Judy Fainor, IT expert and Chief Architect of Sparta Systems, explores how this technology could solve the transparency and traceability challenges the industry faces. 

By Judy Fainor • Jan. 10, 2018

As biopharma supply chains streamline, companies consolidate

EY's report details big changes — including the return of the "mega-merger" — coming to pharmaceutical companies and their supply chains.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Jan. 10, 2018

New air cargo hub transforms Phoenix into 'powerful economic engine'

Skybridge Arizona will be the first international air cargo hub in the U.S. and facilitate trade between Mexico and the U.S.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 10, 2018

Warehouses move to the 'burbs as urban land prices skyrocket

E-commerce has created greater demand for warehouse space, and land prices rose $50,000 per acre in one year. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 5, 2018

4 ways states will fund infrastructure projects in 2018

President Donald Trump's soon-to-be-revealed $1 trillion infrastructure plan will likely leave many states funding projects with P3s, bond issues, infrastructure banks and taxes and fees. 

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2018

Warehouse growth rewards higher education, relies on contractors

WERC's 2017 salary survey reveals increased wages and higher worker turnover rates.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Jan. 4, 2018

Holiday returns to reach 1.4M in one day

UPS expects returns to peak Wednesday, on National Returns Day, and Walmart hopes to ease the process with a new mobile app feature.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 3, 2018

In-store returns offer most economic benefit for retailers

Though methods and costs may vary, most consumers prefer an in-store return option as well.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 3, 2018

Trump: USPS should charge 'much more' for package delivery

The president criticized the postal service for "charging Amazon and others so little" via Twitter last week.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 2, 2018

Home Depot may buy XPO for $9B

The 3PL provides several retailers, including Amazon, with delivery services, and the home improvement retailer might be playing defense with the rumored acquisition.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 27, 2017

5 stories show how logistics defined business in 2017

All components of the supply chain work together to make the last mile more efficient. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 22, 2017

Logistically Minded: Report says autonomous trucks are 'inexorable'

Manufacturing is facing a global boom in production and orders.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri , Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 22, 2017

Mobile upgrades, coming to a warehouse near you

"It’s critical that new warehouse technology is built on a sustainable supported platform," said Mark Wheeler, Director of Supply Chain Solutions at Zebra Technologies.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 22, 2017

XPO sees 24% spike in peak season volume

E-commerce surpasses traditional brick-and-mortar retail when it comes to holiday shopping this year, elevating the importance and profits of 3PLs.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 22, 2017

Amazon is scrambling to minimize packaging

The puzzle of e-commerce fulfillment and packaging inefficiencies is often glossed over in the changing retail landscape.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 21, 2017

Shipping alliances add calls, services for 2018

Expanded services could have far-reaching consequences as alliances attempt to outmaneuver each other through their networks.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 21, 2017

PwC: Consumers 'are picky' about delivery options

While 28% of people surveyed by PwC will only shop online this holiday season, at least 84% plan to use online shopping combined with brick-and-mortar retail.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 21, 2017

Only 8% of retailers have 'mastered' omnichannel

Almost all (90%) retailers are embracing omnichannel strategies, but very few feel they have the right plan or technologies in place.

By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 20, 2017

Ice cream: One of many reasons the cold chain is booming

Managers are playing catch-up as the global cold chain grows rapidly.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Dec. 20, 2017

Canada Drugs' US subsidiaries plead guilty to counterfeit drugs charge

In the most recent example of drug supply chain failure, the companies will pay a $5 million fine and surrender their internet domain names.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 19, 2017

Organic food is a big risk for the supply chain

From false labeling to proper food storage, distributors must be careful to ensure they don't negate an organic certification when food is shipped and handled.

By Barry Hochfelder • Dec. 19, 2017