FedEx, UPS’ 2025 fee hikes will wallop bulky package shippers

Surcharges applied to larger products are outpacing other fee increases, parcel pricing experts say.

By Max Garland • Dec. 12, 2024

Need a de minimis strategy? Here are 4 questions every shipper should ask.

Shipping using Section 321 is not a good idea for every e-commerce company, logistics experts say.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 12, 2024

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

USPS softens service targets as DeJoy takes heat from Congress

The agency lowered its on-time delivery goals for fiscal year 2025 to 80% for some Postal Service offerings, igniting further criticism from lawmakers.

By Max Garland • Dec. 11, 2024

Canada Post strike: What shippers should know

The work stoppage is sparking shipping delays and capacity challenges at other carriers, disrupting the flow of holiday packages.

By Max Garland • Dec. 9, 2024

Utz Brands opens Pennsylvania logistics hub

The 650,000-square-foot facility is able to handle more than 1 billion pounds of product annually, the company estimates.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 9, 2024

Preparing the modern warehouse for modern weather

Whatever Mother Nature sends our way, we're prepared.

By Rachel Martin, Warehousing & Logistics Marketing Leader, Iron Mountain • Dec. 9, 2024

Best Buy launches scheduled parcel delivery

The capability, live in several U.S. markets, allows customers to schedule a two-hour delivery window up to a week in advance.

By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2024

FedEx plans North Carolina layoffs in Network 2.0 rollout

The delivery giant is closing one ship center and trimming its workforce at another, impacting 341 employees.

By Max Garland • Dec. 5, 2024

Amazon faces allegations it withheld Prime delivery in parts of Washington, DC

The e-commerce giant called claims it stopped providing its fastest shipping services to two zip codes "categorically false.”

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 4, 2024

Parcel carriers poised for faster peak season deliveries

November delivery speeds improved by 27% year over year amid better fulfillment and transit times, according to project44.

By Max Garland • Dec. 4, 2024

IMC Logistics to be sold, supply chain conglomerate announces

Switzerland-headquartered Kuehne+Nagel will acquire a majority stake in the Tennessee-based marine drayage provider.

By David Taube • Dec. 4, 2024

What shippers and carriers seek from a modern TMS

Transportation management systems can be a “game changer,” but emerging technology integrations will spur even more benefits.

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Dec. 6, 2024

Why is intermodal growing in popularity? It’s smarter, faster and greener transport.

Discover how intermodal shipping is revolutionizing logistics with enhanced efficiency, sustainability and reliability for modern businesses.

Dec. 2, 2024

How MeatWorks cooked up a shipping expansion

After finding the right combination of delivery speed and reliability, the company is adjusting to heightened demand.

By Max Garland • Nov. 27, 2024

Parcel carrier Spee-Dee Delivery opts for no 2025 rate hike

The Midwest-focused delivery provider won't increase base shipping charges and is eyeing coverage expansion next year.

By Max Garland • Nov. 26, 2024

Hy-Vee improves visibility, delivery performance

The grocery retailer’s adoption of a transportation management system improves the operation of its complex cross-dock network, SVP of Distribution Matt Beenblossom said.

By Phil Neuffer • Nov. 26, 2024

Spot trucking rates climb, offering hope to carriers

Shippers are still benefiting from a discount in the spot market of 8.7% below contract rates, DAT Group Product Manager Chad Kennedy said.

By David Taube • Nov. 26, 2024

Macy’s delays full Q3 report over delivery accounting snafu

Starting in 2021 an employee hid $132 million to $154 million in delivery expenses, which overshadowed an otherwise decent quarter.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 25, 2024

OnTrac financing deal paves way for further expansion

The parcel carrier's agreement with lenders comes after heavy spending to grow its network.

By Max Garland • Nov. 22, 2024

Target takes a Q3 beating from supply chain disruptions

The retailer faced higher costs due to the strike at East and Gulf Coast ports and damaging storms in the Southeast.

By Phil Neuffer • Nov. 22, 2024

3PLs ramp up leasing activity as outsourcing interest grows

Retailers want inventory flexibility in a time of uncertainty. Logistics providers are reaping the demand benefits.

By Max Garland • Nov. 21, 2024

The dual case for reusable transport packaging in supply chains

Adopting reusables across the supply chain presents not just sustainability benefits, but also cost savings, according to speakers at Pack Expo International.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 21, 2024

Walmart slashes US delivery costs by 40% per order

Increased automation and more efficient driver routes helped the retail giant accomplish the feat for the third consecutive quarter.

By Max Garland • Nov. 20, 2024

Amazon opts for no fulfillment fee increases in 2025

The e-commerce giant vowed "to focus on stability and simplicity" for its sellers after levying new charges earlier this year.

By Max Garland • Nov. 20, 2024

Target’s supply chain investments power holiday season ambitions

The retailer expects to quadruple its order processing output and ramp up next-day delivery at its sortation centers, including a Detroit facility it opened earlier this year. 

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Nov. 20, 2024