FMCSA grants ag carriers a 90-day delay to ELD mandate

Agriculture and livestock haulers will not have to comply with the rule until March 2018, as the agency seeks to mitigate the rule's effects.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 22, 2017

Retailers race to incorporate omnichannel options into holiday sales

Online disruption means "retailers must look for any and all different ways to satisfy the customer," says Sam Cinquegrani, CEO of ObjectWave.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 22, 2017

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

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Amazon touts success of recyclable packaging, some customers not convinced

The company is celebrating 10 years of its "frustration-free" and "100% recyclable" shipping, but plenty of excess material is still being used.

By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 21, 2017

Locus Robotics grabs $25M, signs on DHL

The robotics company raised $25 million in Series B funding, leading retail one stop closer to automated supply chains.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 21, 2017

Last-mile delivery could make or break retail sales this year

Shipping mishaps could cost retailers $333 million this holiday season, a minor price compared to the expected cost of lost business if delivery expectations are not met.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 21, 2017

Supply chain indicators to watch this Black Friday

A supply chain manager's job doesn't stop once the shelves are stocked during this make-or-break season.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 20, 2017

Amazon speeds up warehouse visits with mobile app

The e-commerce giant is forging a direct connection with truckers through an app that will help them gain more efficient access to the company's warehouses.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 20, 2017

Same-day delivery drives brand loyalty with retailers

A survey by Dropoff finds same-day delivery is the new retail standard, but who will cover the cost?

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 20, 2017

Shopify adds UPS to its list of carrier partners

The startup hopes to expand shipping options for small and independent sellers by negotiating bulk contract rates with the likes of UPS and DHL.  

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 20, 2017

Logistically Minded: Supply chains at capacity post-hurricanes

The October 2017 ISM Manufacturing Index reveals rising backlogs and prices due to more orders, lower inventories and delayed deliveries.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 17, 2017

'Singles' Day' shopping sprees create more than 160K metric tons of packaging waste

China's annual online shopping "holiday" is a boon for online retailers, but a nightmare for environmentalists. 

By Cody Boteler • Nov. 17, 2017

Shoppers demand better visibility, technology from retailers

The rise in consumer expectations outpaces retailers' ability to adapt, leaving 44% of shoppers unsatisfied, a Zebra Technologies survey found.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 16, 2017

Amazon tells regulators it will not sell drugs

The e-commerce giant reportedly told Indiana and Tennessee regulators it would sell medical supplies from its new healthcare distribution centers.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 15, 2017

GE aims to reduce inventory, manage supply chain 'rigorously'

The company just posted an investor update that extensively details future operational plans, including a plan to acquire companies to improve its supply chain.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Nov. 15, 2017

Costco outpaces Walmart, Jet and Amazon on grocery delivery ad clicks

The club store earned 11.4% of all hits on searches related to the service, placing it second behind Instacart during a recent two-week span.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 14, 2017

Port of Oakland's new logistics center plans clear first hurdle

The Seaport Logistics Complex would begin construction in 2018 if it receives final approval by the end of this month.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 14, 2017

Logistically Minded: 2017 saw 44 public logistics deals

The trucking industry is not alone in the rising scale and number of mergers, as companies look for competitive advantages outside their walls.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 10, 2017

'Hard' Brexit risks disrupting supply of thousands of drugs

A departure by the U.K. from the EU without a trade deal could imperil drug supply chains, a trade group of European drugmakers warned.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Nov. 10, 2017

Ports to spend more on cybersecurity as digital investments rise

Automated ports are the future of the freight industry, but recent events show greater efficiency requires better cybersecurity spend.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 9, 2017

FedEx picks 7,500 Walgreens locations for package pickup and drop-off

As the carrier plunges into peak season, it will now reach 80% of American consumers within nine minutes.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Nov. 8, 2017

UPS joins blockchain alliance

The company is looking to improve its customs brokerage process with the new technology.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Nov. 8, 2017

Shoppers more interested in free than fast shipping

In an era of expedited delivery, shoppers expectations are rising when it comes to shipping, according to a Deloitte study.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 7, 2017

Locus Robotics aims to reach 2K warehouses with new partnership

Minnesota-based Supply Chain Services hopes the deal will help its clients tap into the benefits of warehouse automation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 7, 2017

CVS touts nationwide next-day delivery

The drugstore retailer saw its sales decline in Q3 as it continues to emphasize its health care operations.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2017

How to become the next big logistics hub

An in-depth look at Lehigh Valley's success shows there are four steps to attracting e-commerce companies, 3PLs and freight forwarders.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan, Kate Patrick Macri • Nov. 7, 2017