Amazon, NRF forge new group to lobby around USPS

The e-commerce giant's participation in the coalition suggests it is appreciative of USPS, despite speculation that it's trying to gain control of the whole delivery network.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 3, 2018

Toyota will deploy 'Beta' hydrogen fuel cell truck this fall

The explosion of online commerce has reshaped the need for zero-emissions trucks, leading to lower fuel costs and a cleaner environment.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 3, 2018

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Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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USPS embraces new tech, kiosks to meet consumer delivery priorities

The Postal Service understands consumers, especially millennials, want instant gratification.

By Barry Hochfelder • Aug. 2, 2018

Logistics companies, Asian nations reap benefits of trade war

While some companies are struggling to figure out the best approach to overcome disruptions created by tariffs, other companies may be reaping the benefits of this turmoil.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 1, 2018

Zara taps into stores for e-commerce fulfillment

The fast-fashion retailer sped up production and supply chain logistics years ago.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 1, 2018

Could a vessel fire sink your company's supply chain?

Any disruption in a single voyage has a significant ripple effect.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Aug. 1, 2018

Even with tempting new technologies, DHL Supply Chain CIO has to consider generating return

Beyond software solutions for back office needs, DHL Supply Chain has to consider how it can weave technology into the physical transfer of goods.

By Naomi Eide • Aug. 1, 2018

Wheels up: How Delta uses RFID to ensure a smooth supply chain

Delta's foray into RFID for logistics began in 2012 — and has yet to lose steam.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • July 31, 2018

How an 11-day truck strike in Brazil hurt Unilever's top line

The consumer goods retailer saw its revenues fall 0.6% and sales decline up to 9% due to the strike.

By Edwin Lopez • July 31, 2018

3 blockchain applications to watch in logistics

Given a supply chain’s complexity, blockchain could be a game changer for the logistics industry.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • July 30, 2018

Returns: Record-breaking Prime Day's aftermath

Suppliers and retailers must prepare for a surge in consumers returning goods — or risk products turning into "dead money."

By Craig Guillot • July 26, 2018

Domino's will build 2 new 'supply chain centers' as pizza demand heats up

The restaurant said its current supply chain network is losing efficiency, as a 50% growth rate over the past five years has strained warehouse capacity. 

By Edwin Lopez • July 26, 2018

BOPIS 'superconsumers' spend $40 more in stores

New research from OrderDynamics identifies a group of the most active online shoppers as aggressive users of all channels, including brick-and-mortar.

By Dan Alaimo • July 26, 2018

How Mercy Health consolidated its supply chain

Facing rising costs and inconsistencies, health systems are strengthening efficiency by vertically integrating their supply chains.

By Nicole Ault • July 24, 2018

Airbus will study drone deliveries of medical supplies

While the public is hesitant to adopt autonomous vehicles, jets flying medical supplies to remote areas carries the potential to save lives. 

By Rich Weissman • July 23, 2018

5 charts show the trade flow effects of China's import policies

New import restrictions over the past year have led to a dramatic redesign of global scrap supply chains, and further disruptions are expected.

By Cole Rosengren , Edwin Lopez • July 20, 2018

Prime logistics rents accelerate worldwide as economies pick up

Four of the top 10 growing logistics hubs are in North America, with Vancouver leading the pack.

By Barry Hochfelder • July 20, 2018

UPS working to consolidate data points on single platform with analytics, machine learning

The logistics provider has been developing the predictive tool for months and will use it to analyze over 1 billion data points daily, including packages' metrics and customer data.

By Samantha Schwartz • July 19, 2018

Port, border groups call for infrastructure, NAFTA to preserve 'tremendous flow of commerce'

Leaders of port associations and border groups testified before the Senate Subcommittee on International Trade, Customs and Global Competitiveness, calling for modernization to ports and trade deals. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 18, 2018

NYC unveils $100M plan to modernize freight distribution system

As infrastructure across the U.S. is crumbling, New York City's plan aims for an end-to-end solution to its aging freight distribution. 

By Barry Hochfelder • July 18, 2018

4 strategies suppliers are using to handle reverse logistics

New policies, strategies and data processes are emerging to handle the mass volumes of returns now arriving at facilities.

By Craig Guillot • July 17, 2018

Supply chain inefficiencies cost nearly $2B in the UK

Employees waste more than 100 million hours of time on phone calls and emails to process individual shipments, but need they?

By Edwin Lopez • July 17, 2018

UPS launches pilot to deliver packages in apartment buildings

Using smart lock system Latch, UPS workers can drop off parcels inside residential complexes, mitigating the risk of theft.

By Shefali Kapadia • July 17, 2018

Amazon poised to grab half of online sales in the US

As its more lucrative marketplace continues to dominate, Amazon also faces a backlash as some sellers fail to live up to customer service standards.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2018

Furniture retail starts to feel the 'Amazon effect'

While the industry has been slow to advance, increased demand and competition is driving innovation, keeping manufacturers on their toes.

By Barry Hochfelder • July 16, 2018