UPS adds virtual reality headsets to new driver training

The company jumps on the VR bandwagon as the logistics provider seeks to streamline delivery processes.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 16, 2017

Descartes acquires MacroPoint for $107M

The company expands its footprint in global logistics by adding a supply chain visibility tech company for truckers.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 15, 2017

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Retail Supply Chains

Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Target to acquire same-day delivery company Grand Junction

The San Francisco-based company could help Target compete by connecting inventory to established local and regional delivery operations.  

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 15, 2017

Trucking industry may be seriously affected by eclipse traffic

As millions of Americans swarm to see the eclipse, truckers may experience lengthy delays and long hours as highway congestion swells.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 14, 2017

FedEx holds Memphis job fair for permanent positions

3PLs are hiring permanent workers, confirming the upward trend of e-commerce and suggesting a strong peak season.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 14, 2017

Logistically Minded: Industry invests in productivity as lead times extend

Companies are investing in new technology, equipment and more labor in an effort to streamline their supply chains.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 11, 2017

Grocers struggle to adopt new tech, procurement strategies

In the face of stiff competition from Amazon and Walmart, grocers need to take a closer look at their internal processes to find a way to keep profits up.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 11, 2017

Office Depot begins same-day delivery

Specialty retailers may start investing more in streamlining their supply chains to satisfy consumer demand for high-quality products and fast shipping.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 10, 2017

Toyota, Mazda to open new US plant as states court new jobs

The automakers are capitalizing a favorable political environment for greater incentives, while preparing for a future that features electric vehicles.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 10, 2017

Reuters: Tesla plans to unveil self-driving electric trucks in September

Tesla is in talks with the Nevada DMV and California officials to test self-driving, electric semi-trucks soon.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 9, 2017

Report: IoT tech may triple in use by 2022

New regulations, Big Data tools and consumer pressures will boost shipments of asset-tracking devices to $70 million in the next five years.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 9, 2017

New tech from UPS allows shippers to control returns process

UPS developed a tool allowing shippers more control over the returns process, days after Amazon announced that items bought from its marketplace sellers may be returned any time, for any reason.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 9, 2017

Blue Apron alleviates supply chain angst with move to automation

As Blue Apron's value dwindles, more private companies may feel pressure to go public to prove their profitability.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 8, 2017

FedEx foregoes holiday surcharges in direct contrast with UPS

The two companies are starting to diverge in pricing strategy as they target different client bases.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 7, 2017

Logistically Minded: US jobs rise by 200K for second straight month

In other news, a Singapore-based startup uses blockchain tech and AI to perfect last-mile delivery.  

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 4, 2017

Retail store closures 'challenge' UPS

Third-party logistics providers are also adapting to a new shopping environment, which means fewer stores, smaller packages and more warehouses.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 4, 2017

XPO Logistics earmarks $8B for acquisitions

In an earnings call Wednesday, CEO Bradley Jacobs told investors the company plans to acquire "asset light" companies as it expands its global network.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 4, 2017

Amazon Jobs Day: Why more than 20K showed up to apply

Amazon confronts the supply chain talent shortage by hiring for character qualities instead of skill sets.

By Ryan Golden , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 3, 2017

In sign of the times, real-estate firm CBRE adds omnichannel practice

The shift from brick-and-mortar to e-commerce distribution models is shifting the way retailers look for warehouses.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 2, 2017

Big ship chronicles: How overcapacity disrupted the industry

The world of ocean cargo transport has seen new trade routes, shipping alliances and companies emerge in the last two years. Here's the story of how it happened.

By Edwin Lopez , Elizabeth Regan • Aug. 1, 2017

What shippers should know about the state of ocean rates

Highly complex ocean rates may be moving away from private negotiating as some industry leaders push for transparency and fairer pricing.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 1, 2017

Supply chains benefit as ports adapt to freight industry shifts

As ports are often the first to feel the effects of market shifts, it takes great foresight to keep supply chains running.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 1, 2017

Roundup: How shifts in ocean alliances disrupted logistics

As a result of new alliances, the shipping industry at first struggled to adjust to heavy port congestion and higher prices.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 1, 2017

Amazon is rolling out secure delivery hubs for multi-dwelling buildings

Looking to lock up ownership of the last few inches of delivery's last mile, Amazon starts offering to install secure, coded delivery lockers in apartment and condo buildings.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 1, 2017

Amazon's mid-year job fair sets the stage for hiring spree

Bolstered by new fulfillment centers and with the offer for employee benefits, the e-commerce giant again sets a benchmark for growth.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 31, 2017