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

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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

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

Reuters: Walmart's sourcing strategy defies 'Made in America' promises

The retail giant has been pushing its pro-U.S. credentials, but the need to keep its online channel stocked with cheap, diverse products has the company turning to foreign vendors.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 31, 2017

Logistically Minded: Supply Chain must focus on value, not cost, amid changing economy

As technology improves access to data, a recent report challenges executives to re-imagine the way they measure success.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • July 28, 2017

Small logistics companies outpace the leaders in accuracy, flexibility

Quality of service outweighs the size of a company when it comes to logistics.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 28, 2017

How US infrastructure needs stack up globally

The world will fail to meet its collective infrastructure needs if countries don't increase spending. Right now, the U.S. has the biggest shortfall.

By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2017

Teamsters, state officials call for review of distributors' role in opioid crisis

McKesson Corp. faces ongoing scrutiny and lawsuits over its lack of opioid distribution oversight while the company continues to reward its leadership.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 26, 2017

Walmart invests in Plug Power tech, shares, mirroring Amazon

The investment provides both Walmart a means of powering its equipment faster, and a way to keep tabs on Amazon.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 25, 2017

In trade victory, US will begin exporting rice to China

The agreement is a big win for the Trump administration, although grain exporters may face challenges convincing Chinese buyers to prioritize their product.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 24, 2017

ATA supports ELD mandate in letter to Congress

The battle rages on for December implementation of the ELD mandate as the ATA attempts to discredit OOIDA concerns in a formal letter to Congress.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 24, 2017

Two new initiatives seek to reduce food waste within the supply chain

Wasted food consumes valuable landfill space and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, but the University of Arizona has two new initiatives that may help reduce waste in food supply chains.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 24, 2017

Logistically Minded: ATA forecasts strong freight growth through 2023

Meanwhile, the logistics industry is preparing for sustained growth through a renewed focus on acquisitions.

By Edwin Lopez • July 21, 2017

Last mile distances shrink as logistics infrastructure grows

The average last mile measures between 6 to 9 miles, but could decrease as retailers and 3PLs devise new ways to decrease fulfillment timelines.

By Edwin Lopez • July 21, 2017

The real cost of convenience

The $5 billion meal delivery market is exploding with options, but profits can be elusive. Deliv CEO Daphne Carmeli breaks down the costs and solutions to this problem.

By Daphne Carmeli • July 20, 2017

Google's Alphabet relaunches smart glasses for business use

An updated Google Glass will display pertinent work information on its lenses to help workers perform better.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 20, 2017

Report: 92% of wholesale distributors see Amazon as a competitor

Yet, 64% of respondents said they relied on Amazon's logistics and fulfillment divisions to take advantage of e-commerce.

By Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2017

Walmart opens massive e-commerce fulfillment center in FL

The new center is part of the retailer's broader effort to ramp up digital operations and challenge Amazon.

By Dan O'Shea • July 19, 2017

FedEx attributes record annual results success to e-commerce

FedEx beat market expectations for Q4 2017, and the logistics provider attributes success to its swift adaption to the demands of e-commerce.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 19, 2017

How DHL is boosting sustainability in the supply chain

At the first Formula E electric street race in Brooklyn, DHL says sustainability is achievable and compatible with supply chain efficiency.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 19, 2017