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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 Max Garland • Jan. 27, 2025 -
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 Kelly Stroh • Jan. 27, 2025 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Adeline Kon/Supply Chain DiveTrendlinePeak season management
Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.
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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 Max Garland • Jan. 24, 2025 -
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 -
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 Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2025 -
How air cargo shippers can prep for Lunar New Year
Importers should maintain communications with suppliers and diversify shipping modes and routes.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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 -
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 Max Garland • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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 Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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 Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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 Max Garland • 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 Max Garland • 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 Colin Campbell • Jan. 14, 2025 -
Delivery provider Pandion closing
The company has ceased operations after conversations with investors and potential acquirers fizzled out, founder Scott Ruffin said.
By Max Garland • Jan. 13, 2025 -
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 Max Garland • Jan. 13, 2025 -
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 Max Garland • Jan. 10, 2025 -
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 Philip Neuffer • Jan. 9, 2025 -
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 Kelly Stroh • Jan. 9, 2025 -
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 Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 8, 2025 -
2025 brings wave of parcel carrier rate hikes
Shippers are facing price increases and surcharge changes but have room to negotiate discounts.
By Max Garland • Jan. 8, 2025 -
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 Max Garland • Jan. 8, 2025 -
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 Alejandra Carranza , Philip Neuffer • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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 Max Garland • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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 -
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