How 9/11 forced efficiency upon supply chains

The rise of data-driven customs processes since 9/11 have translated into bottom-line gains for supply chains, while safeguarding the country's security.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Sept. 11, 2017

Pitney Bowes boosts delivery offerings with Newgistics acquisition

After at least three logistics-related acquisitions in as many years, the technology company's shipping sector ambitions have become increasingly clear.

By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 11, 2017

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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

Online holiday shoppers have high delivery expectations

Consumers are steadily moving online to shop, and their expectations for swift and free delivery are only solidifying, Walker Sands found.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 11, 2017

Logistically Minded: Will Deliv outpace Amazon?

The crowd-sourced delivery company's rapid expansion shows retailers are looking to partner for competitive advantage.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 8, 2017

Hurricane Irma batters FL with another haymaker against US supply chains

Every hurricane cripples supply chains, but two Category 4 storms ravaging three commodity exporters will create unprecedented costs.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 8, 2017

Cell therapy emergence opens up new markets for shippers, logistic companies

Companies like GE Healthcare and Cryoport have expanded their capabilities to help solve the challenges of preserving and shipping patient cells.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Sept. 7, 2017

Walmart opens 1,000th grocery pickup spot

The first location debuted in Denver in 2013 and the latest opened in Seattle on Thursday, as the world's largest retailer prepares for a holiday battle with Amazon with a new "hot toys" list. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 7, 2017

Freight and oil bounce back, but extent of Harvey damage still unknown

Ports, rail, trucking and air freight resumed limited operations last weekend, but some refineries are combating hazardous leaks while crude oil movement remains delayed.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 6, 2017

Office Depot brings supply chain management to the cloud

Still recovering from its failed merger with Staples, the office supplies retailer is partnering with Elementum to smooth out its supply chain.

By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 6, 2017

Last-mile logistics startup Deliv expands to 1,400 cities

The startup has deals with roughly 4,000 retailers and is backed by the likes of UPS and Simon Property Group.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 6, 2017

IKEA warehouse staff delays strike to discuss pay raise

Unionized workers in Baltimore are demanding a $1-per-hour raise and holiday leave.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 6, 2017

Macy's, Best Buy expand same-day delivery ahead of holidays

Both retailers are nearly doubling the number of cities that will offer same-day delivery, a critical service in the race to catch up to Amazon.

By Corinne Ruff • Sept. 1, 2017

Logistically Minded: Tepid economic growth threatens supply chains

European Central Bank President Mario Draghi says advanced economies should resist protectionist tendencies and invest in growing productivity. New technologies, including VR, may help.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 1, 2017

Meal delivery investments outpace grocery delivery startups

Managing costs proves key to food delivery services of all types, but investors seem to think they're worth more investment.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 1, 2017

Maersk expands cold chain capacity to India

Carriers are taking advantage of a growing demand for cold chain products, as changing economies boost purchasing power around the world.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 1, 2017

Ford, Domino's pilot driverless vehicles for pizza delivery

Are driverless vehicles the future of pizza delivery? Residents of Ann Arbor, MI, are about to answer that question.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 31, 2017

Supply chains face potential legal trouble in Hurricane Harvey fallout

The EPA approved emergency fuel waivers, refineries released millions of pounds of pollutants and some supply chains could face litigation. Here's what you need to know about mitigating the crisis.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 31, 2017

Audi implements VR in employee training programs

Virtual reality could be key to drawing younger workers to manufacturing.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 30, 2017

Study: Retailers still struggle to embrace omnichannel

Adjusting operations to meet evolving consumer demands is difficult for many retail supply chains but is necessary for survival.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 30, 2017

Harvey could drive up gas prices, losses

Not only is all freight suspended, but oil refineries are shuttered, which will likely cause gas prices to mushroom while supply chains falter.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 29, 2017

MIT tech enables drones to track warehouse inventory via RFID

Innovation in drone technology continues to push forward as government regulations stagnate. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 28, 2017

Logistically Minded: Drones, Amazon or monetary policy — which is the bigger disruptor?

Supply chains are facing disruption from new technologies and business competitors, but President Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve may yet play the largest role.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 25, 2017

Amazon-Whole Foods deal closes Monday, bringing lower prices and Prime-based loyalty program

Immediately after the deal goes into effect, prices will drop on grocery staples and Whole Foods’ private-label brands will be available on Amazon.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 25, 2017

Delivering fresh meat and seafood remains a challenge

A recent study of meal-kit providers found that 47% of the proteins researchers ordered arrived at temperatures deemed too high for consumption. 

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 25, 2017

Port of LA extends digitization partnership with GE

Despite port users' initial concerns regarding privacy, the port's new digital platform will expand if approved by the LA City Council.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 24, 2017