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    Walmart GoLocal integrates in IBM’s order management system

    The collaboration aims to make it easier for retailers to access and implement the white-label delivery service in their operations.

    By Jan. 27, 2025
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    Procter & Gamble operations unhindered by Blue Yonder disruption

    The consumer goods company built an in-house solution to keep orders moving as its transportation management system provider navigated a ransomware attack.

    By Jan. 27, 2025
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    Trendline

    Peak season management

    Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    FedEx, UPS discounts expected to keep rate hikes in check

    Ground shipping costs are projected to drop slightly year over year in Q1, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

    By Jan. 24, 2025
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    Opinion

    Modernizing ports is essential for supply chain resilience

    Investing in automation and the workforce will lead to increased cargo and more jobs, writes National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors CEO Eric Hoplin. 

    By Eric Hoplin • Jan. 23, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    Can Postal Service consolidators capitalize on market ‘chaos’?

    After a disruptive 2024 in terms of operations and pricing, DHL eCommerce, OSM Worldwide and ACI Logistix leaders told Supply Chain Dive how they are evolving to compete.

    By Jan. 23, 2025
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    How air cargo shippers can prep for Lunar New Year

    Importers should maintain communications with suppliers and diversify shipping modes and routes.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    Ulta taps Instacart for same-day delivery

    Through the partnership, customers can receive beauty products in as little as one hour.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 17, 2025
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    Parcel carrier Veho introduces Premium Economy service

    The new delivery offering aims to compete with the U.S. Postal Service as the agency hikes rates on lightweight packages.

    By Jan. 16, 2025
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    Shippers face short-term challenges after ILA, USMX’s ‘last minute’ deal

    Contingency planning ahead of last week's agreement will complicate supply chain efficiencies temporarily.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    DHL Supply Chain preps reverse logistics expansion via acquisition

    Purchasing Inmar Supply Chain Solutions nets the company 14 return centers and about 800 new associates.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    2025’s logistics risks include tariffs, labor strife

    Potential disruptions could pressure costs and reliability across transport modes. Here's what supply chain experts are watching this year.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
  • De minimis: US CBP eyes new requirements for some imports

    The rule change proposal is the first of two the agency plans to announce to reform the low-cost goods entry process.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
  • 5 questions about FedEx’s planned Freight spinoff

    The parcel giant's plan for its trucking unit raises questions on timing, leadership and impact on the wider LTL market. Here's what we know so far.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    Delivery provider Pandion closing

    The company has ceased operations after conversations with investors and potential acquirers fizzled out, founder Scott Ruffin said.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    USPS to launch ‘Next Day Priority’ shipping service in 2025

    The agency said the offering will reach about 87% of the U.S. daily by sending packages to its last-mile delivery units overnight.

    By Jan. 13, 2025
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    UPS SurePost volume shifts away from US Postal Service, Teamsters say

    The move brings millions of packages back into the carrier's network for final-mile delivery, according to the union.

    By Jan. 10, 2025
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    Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

    Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences. 

    By Jan. 9, 2025
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    Costco reports improved big-and-bulky delivery performance

    The wholesale retailer’s ability to cut down on delivery times has coincided with an uptick in activity, according to President and CEO Ron Vachris. 

    By Jan. 9, 2025
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA, USMX reach tentative deal on 6-year contract

    The agreement comes a week before a previous deal was set to expire, allaying concerns of a potential strike at East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By Jan. 8, 2025
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    2025 brings wave of parcel carrier rate hikes

    Shippers are facing price increases and surcharge changes but have room to negotiate discounts.

    By Jan. 8, 2025
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    USPS’ transportation consolidation efforts have hurt service: OIG

    The Postal Service's Local Transportation Optimization initiative particularly impacted on-time delivery for rural customers, per an agency watchdog report.

    By Jan. 8, 2025
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    Shippers urge ILA, USMX to reach deal before deadline

    The East and Gulf Coast port labor contract will expire again on Jan. 15, prompting fears of a new strike.

    By , Jan. 7, 2025
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    Winter Storm Blair: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service warn of delays

    Delivery services across the central and eastern U.S. have been stymied by the severe weather.

    By Jan. 7, 2025
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    Walmart misled delivery drivers on earnings access, lawsuit claims

    The CFPB says the retailer deposited Spark drivers' pay into illegally opened accounts without their consent.

    By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Shein joins CBP’s import data sharing initiative

    The pilot program aims to prevent illegal and hazardous products from entering the U.S.

    By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 6, 2025