Asics plans to cut 55% of its supply chain carbon emissions

The company committed to a "circular economic model" and is pursuing sourcing, logistics and operations initiatives.

By Nicole Ault • June 18, 2018

Trucker strikes in Brazil deliver gut punch to supply chains

Strikes left airports without fuel and stalled production in major export industries, signifying the impact of strikes on all sectors of the economy.

By Nicole Ault • June 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

Boxed speeds up automated fulfillment

The autonomously guided vehicle system was developed in-house and named for CEO Chieh Huang's favorite band — The Wu-Tang Clan.

By Daphne Howland • June 15, 2018

Boeing sent 'cavalry' of engineers to Wichita to get 737 production back on track

When a Boeing supplier struggled to make on-time deliveries of an essential part for the 737, the aerospace manufacturer stepped in to help.

By Rich Weissman • June 14, 2018

3 ways volcanoes in Hawaii and Guatemala will disrupt supply chains

Lava and volcanic ash from Kilauea and Fuego are wreaking havoc on local farms and infrastructure, but the economic effects are just beginning. 

By Nicole Ault • June 14, 2018

DHL launches campaign to help e-tailers expand globally

The logistics provider's "Where Everything Clicks" campaign focuses on helping online retailers better meet consumer expectations.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 14, 2018

Smucker's recalls are an opportunity to strengthen supplier relationships

Higher-than-expected freight costs and recalls significantly reduced the food company's fourth quarter earnings.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 13, 2018

Trucking rates for produce jump $1,000 ahead of Roadcheck

In some regions, rates rose as much as 62% in one week leading up to the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's annual inspection event. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 11, 2018

Home Depot aims for the top in home improvement delivery

The company is in the pilot phase of a program that intends to bring next-day delivery to all U.S. customers by 2022.

By Nicole Ault • June 8, 2018

Dollar General builds new DCs as trucking rates rise

The discount retailer will also expand its private fleet by 80 this year, as it seeks to avoid rising fuel and transport costs. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 7, 2018

Airbus to test urban and port drone delivery in Singapore

The aircraft provider will start two pilot projects this year using drones for parcel deliveries to university students and vessels at sea.

By Edwin Lopez • June 7, 2018

Dick's plans new warehouses to speed up its supply chain

The sporting goods retailer has a single, centralized fulfillment center in Kentucky, but it wants to reach consumers in major Northeast and West Coast markets within a day.

By Edwin Lopez • June 6, 2018

Did suppliers, not Amazon, create the retail apocalypse?

While blame for brick-and-mortar store closures often falls on Amazon, many suppliers are selling directly to consumers and circumventing the retailer. 

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • June 6, 2018

UPS seeks to disrupt the implantable medical device supply chain

A 2013 McKinsey study found that the supply chain accounted for 40% of overall costs of the $122 billion medical devices market.

By David Lim • June 5, 2018

How to make supply chains ethical and sustainable with blockchain

The technology's transparent attributes help to empower consumers with information and champion responsible business practices. 

By Pieter Vandevelde • June 5, 2018

Guess? opens digital office as it adapts to new retail environment

The retailer said its collaboration with Alibaba enhances business in e-commerce and online channels.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 5, 2018

Why 2018 is the year of modernization for Target

The retail chain spent 2017 testing new algorithms, processes and facility structures, but this year will be about deploying them to scale.

By Edwin Lopez • June 4, 2018

Alibaba acquires stake in Chinese courier ZTO to expand logistics network

The Chinese e-tailer will invest heavily in in-house logistics as it seeks to become the No. 1 e-commerce company in the world.

By Kate Patrick Macri • May 31, 2018

How to attract more women to supply chain management

Robust benefits packages and mentorship programs can make a huge difference in finding and retaining women in the workforce.

By Tisha Danehl • May 29, 2018

UPS raises 'overmax' shipping fees to stem operating costs

Handling oversized items through a small parcel facility is costly, so UPS is pushing clients to choose the network they ship through more carefully.

By Edwin Lopez • May 29, 2018

Amazon puts live mobile tracking feature on the map

The company's Map Tracking service allows customers to check the physical location of their package at any time, and gives shoppers an estimate of what time the delivery will be made.

By Dan O'Shea • May 25, 2018

Kohl's boosts margins with 7% inventory reduction

The retailer's omnichannel strategy involves leveraging its stores as fulfillment centers, serving online orders while driving foot traffic to brick-and-mortar stores.

By Shefali Kapadia • May 23, 2018

Blockchain in Supply Chain Alliance will focus on procurement, warehousing

BiSCA could accelerate the technology's adoption, helping industries draw on one another to determine best use cases.

By Kate Patrick Macri • May 23, 2018

High demand — and high pay — for supply chain managers focused on market intel

Professional specialization in demand forecasting, predictive analytics and meeting consumer demands "just in time" drives a premium for services. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • May 23, 2018

Campbell Soup struggles with high supply chain costs

The company's fresh foods division posted an operating loss of $19 million amid rising logistics and materials costs. 

By Shefali Kapadia • May 22, 2018