Urban delivery drones take to the skies in Iceland

Flytrex's partnership with Icelandic e-tailer AHA creates the first approved urban drone delivery network and promises to streamline last-mile logistics for retailers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 23, 2017

Walmart and Kroger join with suppliers for blockchain initiative

Companies throughout the industry will implement the technology in an effort to improve food safety and test widespread adoption.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 23, 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

Brother begins printer ink delivery service

The manufacturer breaks into the direct-to-consumer delivery model with a new service triggered by low printer ink to deliver Brother ink and toner straight to consumers' doors.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 22, 2017

Walmart expands Uber grocery delivery

With this latest move, the retail giant seeks to emphasize time and money-saving practices as other grocers challenge it for market share.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2017

White House scraps infrastructure council plans

The news comes after the discontinuation of two other advisory councils this week following comments from the president about white supremacists.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 18, 2017

Target expands Restock next-day delivery service

Omnichannel services like Restock helped boost the retailer's sales in the second quarter, but they’re also cutting into the bottom line.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 18, 2017

Amazon bypasses shipping and delivery with new Instant Pickup option

Just as some retailers catch up to Amazon with two-day shipping, Amazon opens Instant Pickup locations near college campuses.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 18, 2017

Logistically Minded: Freight booms, subscription delivery services buckle

The freight industry continues to leave the Great Recession in its rearview mirror, Fiat Chrysler joins the self-driving car race and the Port of LA is looking into a new staging facility. 

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 18, 2017

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

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