XPO launches free driver training programs to aid veterans' career transition

The company's programs seek to solve an operations issue, an economics issue and a societal issue.

By Rich Weissman • Nov. 16, 2018

As online grocery demand rises, grocers are scrambling to meet the challenge

The key is finding and understanding consumer needs and then matching them to the right fulfillment technology. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 15, 2018

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Supply Chain Technology Adoption

Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Walmart exploring delivery via driverless vehicle

The retail giant is teaming with Ford and Postmates to inch a little closer to the concept of a driverless vehicle delivering groceries to customer homes.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 15, 2018

Tackling the logistics triple threat that's threatening industry

The emergence of a logistical triple threat could pose as a staunch opponent to other players in the thriving e-commerce industry. 

Nov. 15, 2018

To beat congestion, free up the curb for deliveries

A PwC report says the way to solve congestion in U.S. cities is repurposing existing structures and space into "staging areas" for supply chain and ride-share vehicles.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 14, 2018

California wildfires endanger supply chain workers, displace businesses

As three fires burn, the freight and logistics industries grapple with what may be the "new normal" in California. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 13, 2018

Managing traffic congestion around Atlanta's 'gateway to the world'

From satellites to sensors, Atlanta uses technology to ensure people and goods move efficiently — both in the air and on the ground.

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 12, 2018

New York City's next big congestion challenge hides in plain sight

Crowd-sourced logistics gives average drivers a new way to make extra cash and presents an already bursting city with a new traffic menace.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 12, 2018

An inside look at the impact of urban supply chain congestion

In a first-of-its-kind crossover, Smart Cities Dive and Supply Chain Dive collaborated to take a deeper look at how technologies are transforming gridlocks among trucking, rail, port and aviation operations.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 12, 2018

For drone deliveries, the sky's the limit

Medical and package deliveries are key, while some cities participating in a new program by the Federal Aviation Administration are looking to logistics and border control.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 12, 2018

Planes, trains and automobiles: Transportation congestion by the numbers

For the average American congestion is an inconvenience, but for supply chains and the cities in which they operate it costs serious cash. 

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 12, 2018

Port Optimizer gives cargo owners 2 weeks more notice, Long Beach pilot finds

GE is positioning the platform as the home base for dispatchers, drayage and equipment providers, terminal operators and shippers alike.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 9, 2018

Amid tariff rush, China's exports to US grow 13%

Analysts expect front-loading to continue through the end of the year, as U.S. businesses rush to import before tariffs rise to 25% in 2019.

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 9, 2018

If your supply chain works, thank a veteran

Beyond great hires, the military gives more to the supply chain than you might think.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 9, 2018

CPG companies need close partnerships, clear ROI to 'win' in emerging markets

Far too often supply chain management is a passive participant in servicing the customer when they need to be an active one.

By Rich Weissman • Nov. 8, 2018

US businesses paid 'unprecedented' $4.4B in tariffs in September

The figure represents a 54% year over year increase, despite import value rising by just 10%. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 7, 2018

Amazon tests new delivery option for Prime members

The service, Amazon Day, will allow shoppers to specify a day for their packages to be delivered, an option that may also help the e-commerce giant slash shipping costs.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2018

Amazon plans to hire thousands of seasonal delivery drivers

The move is another step by the e-commerce giant to obtain greater control over the last mile of its supply chain.

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 6, 2018

Amazon expands free holiday shipping to non-Prime members

The e-commerce giant may be feeling pressure from brick-and-mortar rivals like Target and Walmart, which have launched free shipping deals for the holidays.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2018

FedEx announces rate increase for 2019

Cost increases are on the horizon for shippers, as FedEx, UPS and USPS prepare to raise rates higher than typically expected.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 5, 2018

Tariffs push PriceSmart to shift distribution model

The big box retailer is opening a distribution center in Costa Rica, as Miami has become less cost efficient for importing goods from China.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 5, 2018

Soybean growers think inside the (shipping) box to reach new markets

Moving away from the traditional bulk carriers could bring U.S. soybean growers new markets and fill Southeast-Asia-bound containers that would otherwise be empty. 

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Nov. 1, 2018

Package delivery robots coming to the Bay Area

Starship Technologies provides users with a custom address to use for online orders, receives packages and arranges a time for drop-off via robot. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 1, 2018

Pizza Hut unveils robotic delivery truck that bakes pizzas en route

The chain partnered with Toyota to create the PIE Pro prototype, which cooks pies in seven minutes and could help trim delivery times and broaden its footprint in the competitive space.  

By Kristine Sherred • Oct. 31, 2018

Retailers leverage warehouses for new pre-purchase model: BOSS

Pre-purchase schemes like BOPIS and BOSS will bolster a big peak season at retail for those with the right supply chain setup.

By Emma Cosgrove • Oct. 31, 2018