XPO takes another step forward with last mile footprint expansion

The logistics leader's expansion will bring the company closer to almost 90% of the U.S. population.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 15, 2017

C.H. Robinson taps into predictive analytics to build supply chain resilience

Machine learning and AI are key to predictive action reducing risk within the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 15, 2017

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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

If fleet managers can hone in on communication, they can achieve a lifetime of cost-savings

When vendors work independently to build the finished product, it can lead to poor hand-offs which result in delays and errors.

By Partha Ghosh • Sept. 14, 2017

ISM highlights 6 KPIs to watch after Hurricane Harvey

While the special report focuses on Harvey, the indicators will be equally important to keep an eye on as Hurricane Irma recedes.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 12, 2017

Drewry: Shippers must go digital in wake of consolidation

What had worked previously for beneficial cargo owners in contract negotiations will likely hamper them moving forward if they neglect new technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 12, 2017

FedEx's newest 'autostation' in TN aims to decrease lead time

The facility is one of 15 automated fulfillment centers FedEx invested in this year, hoping to will improve both efficiency and customer service.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 12, 2017

How 9/11 forced efficiency upon supply chains

The rise of data-driven customs processes since 9/11 have translated into bottom-line gains for supply chains, while safeguarding the country's security.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Sept. 11, 2017

Pitney Bowes boosts delivery offerings with Newgistics acquisition

After at least three logistics-related acquisitions in as many years, the technology company's shipping sector ambitions have become increasingly clear.

By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 11, 2017

Online holiday shoppers have high delivery expectations

Consumers are steadily moving online to shop, and their expectations for swift and free delivery are only solidifying, Walker Sands found.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 11, 2017

Logistically Minded: Will Deliv outpace Amazon?

The crowd-sourced delivery company's rapid expansion shows retailers are looking to partner for competitive advantage.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 8, 2017

Hurricane Irma batters FL with another haymaker against US supply chains

Every hurricane cripples supply chains, but two Category 4 storms ravaging three commodity exporters will create unprecedented costs.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 8, 2017

Cell therapy emergence opens up new markets for shippers, logistic companies

Companies like GE Healthcare and Cryoport have expanded their capabilities to help solve the challenges of preserving and shipping patient cells.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Sept. 7, 2017

Walmart opens 1,000th grocery pickup spot

The first location debuted in Denver in 2013 and the latest opened in Seattle on Thursday, as the world's largest retailer prepares for a holiday battle with Amazon with a new "hot toys" list. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 7, 2017

Freight and oil bounce back, but extent of Harvey damage still unknown

Ports, rail, trucking and air freight resumed limited operations last weekend, but some refineries are combating hazardous leaks while crude oil movement remains delayed.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 6, 2017

Office Depot brings supply chain management to the cloud

Still recovering from its failed merger with Staples, the office supplies retailer is partnering with Elementum to smooth out its supply chain.

By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 6, 2017

Last-mile logistics startup Deliv expands to 1,400 cities

The startup has deals with roughly 4,000 retailers and is backed by the likes of UPS and Simon Property Group.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 6, 2017

IKEA warehouse staff delays strike to discuss pay raise

Unionized workers in Baltimore are demanding a $1-per-hour raise and holiday leave.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 6, 2017

Macy's, Best Buy expand same-day delivery ahead of holidays

Both retailers are nearly doubling the number of cities that will offer same-day delivery, a critical service in the race to catch up to Amazon.

By Corinne Ruff • Sept. 1, 2017

Logistically Minded: Tepid economic growth threatens supply chains

European Central Bank President Mario Draghi says advanced economies should resist protectionist tendencies and invest in growing productivity. New technologies, including VR, may help.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 1, 2017

Meal delivery investments outpace grocery delivery startups

Managing costs proves key to food delivery services of all types, but investors seem to think they're worth more investment.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 1, 2017

Maersk expands cold chain capacity to India

Carriers are taking advantage of a growing demand for cold chain products, as changing economies boost purchasing power around the world.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 1, 2017

Ford, Domino's pilot driverless vehicles for pizza delivery

Are driverless vehicles the future of pizza delivery? Residents of Ann Arbor, MI, are about to answer that question.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 31, 2017

Supply chains face potential legal trouble in Hurricane Harvey fallout

The EPA approved emergency fuel waivers, refineries released millions of pounds of pollutants and some supply chains could face litigation. Here's what you need to know about mitigating the crisis.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 31, 2017

Audi implements VR in employee training programs

Virtual reality could be key to drawing younger workers to manufacturing.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 30, 2017

Study: Retailers still struggle to embrace omnichannel

Adjusting operations to meet evolving consumer demands is difficult for many retail supply chains but is necessary for survival.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 30, 2017