What drives supply chain innovation?

I recently heard "innovation" had lost its meaning from corporate overuse, but after hearing influencer feedback, it sounds like that's really because it's the new normal.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 16, 2017

Logistically Minded: DOT data backs 3 truths of modern supply chains

Trains are longer, ships are bigger and trucks are better utilized. Three truths, self-driving tech news and more in this week's column. 

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 13, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Amazon ratchets up holiday hiring to fill more than 120,000 jobs

The company hopes to attract new full- and part-time workers with a generous set of benefits.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 13, 2017

If freight forwarders don't digitize, they may get left behind

More than half of logistics professionals believe the industry is about to be seriously disrupted.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 13, 2017

UPS and Teamsters begin negotiations for new contract

The Teamsters are negotiating on behalf of more than 250,000 UPS workers just as peak season begins.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 13, 2017

B2B companies develop e-commerce agility

While B2B companies surge ahead in digitization, retailers are still behind.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 13, 2017

Logistics companies are seeking P3s to overcome urban operating challenges

Transportation and delivery businesses are facing challenges with operating in cities — and they're seeking more public-private solutions.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 12, 2017

IBM develops AI-based tech that predicts sea wave patterns

Reducing levels of weather-related risk by quantifiable, affordable measures is a boon to supply chains.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 12, 2017

As H&M lags, TJX models inventory management in the e-commerce age

TJX is like that one friend who finds amazing clothes thrift shopping in the offseason, but also knows how to maximize closet space.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 12, 2017

Shippers get guaranteed place on APL Asia to US routes

Instead of paying for rollovers, APL will offer shippers a fee-based guaranteed spot on board.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 11, 2017

Round 4: Will NAFTA talks end on time?

A two-day extension of the latest negotiating round leaves doubts as to whether the talks are on track.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 11, 2017

Amazon reportedly exploring delivery to car trunks

As theft of delivered packages from consumer residences continues to be a problem, the e-commerce giant is mulling alternatives.

By Dan O'Shea • Oct. 10, 2017

AI is coming for more jobs, but not all of them and not all at once

As automation claims more jobs over time, employers must be ready to upskill workers for new roles.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 10, 2017

Bpost buys Radial for $820M to expand e-commerce fulfillment

The Belgian mail and parcel company makes a strategic purchase in the U.S. to expedite its logistics and omnichannel strategy.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 10, 2017

Flexport takes on supply chain financing, backed by Wells Fargo

The freight forwarder recently raised $110 million in Series C funding, but its plans for the money are about much more than freight.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 10, 2017

Tesla misses Q3 goals due to 'production bottlenecks'

CEO Elon Musk warned the company would be in for a bumpy ride as it ramped up production of the new Model 3, but a repeated failure to hit targets is becoming a long-term problem. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 10, 2017

Walmart unveils new 'Mobile Express' returns

In some cases, customers don't even have to return an item to get a refund, the retail giant said on Monday.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 9, 2017

Logistically Minded: The battle for e-commerce dominance amps up abroad

Friday's jobs report, meanwhile, offers a grim preview of potential disposable income in storm-afflicted regions.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 6, 2017

Is Amazon's Seller Flex a big deal?

Amazon is either looking to disrupt parcel delivery or looking for greater supply chain control — but which is it?

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 6, 2017

Boxed tests driverless carts to improve warehouse efficiency

The e-commerce wholesaler continues its campaign to automate fulfillment processes, with an autonomous cart that enables 80% more picks per hour.

By Dan O'Shea • Oct. 6, 2017

UPS launches new tech to speed onboarding process

To actively prevent worker burnout and turnover, UPS will integrate new tech into its operations that perform smaller tasks.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 6, 2017

Amazon pilots long-anticipated delivery service

Warehouse space and delivery costs have vexed the e-commerce giant, but some analysts believe a delivery service could eventually compete with FedEx, UPS, DHL and the Postal Service.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 5, 2017

Atlas pilots protest 'abusive corporate behavior' as hearing draws near

Without an increase in capacity, understaffed air cargo freight lines will continue suffering worker dissatisfaction. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 5, 2017

Supply chain might be the biggest retail disruptor

The difference between the companies that thrive and those that fail will be which ones master the modern supply chain — and which don’t.

By Karl Siebrecht • Oct. 4, 2017

CSCMP Edge 2017: Consumers, data and innovation will define supply chains

Here are key takeaways from the trade association's annual conference.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 3, 2017