Key software considerations when evaluating logistics devices

There’s no one-size-fits-all software solution for logistics devices. Here’s why.

May 15, 2023

Hub Group says CN rail alliance to accelerate intermodal, shipping speed

President and CEO Phil Yeager says the new cross-border service is drawing interest from customers and could reduce costs.

By Larry Avila • May 12, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside the trends affecting logistics management

The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

UPS’ Roadie launches same-day delivery service for oversized items

Shippers using RoadieXL will be connected with a driver who has the proper vehicle and equipment to handle bulky items.

By Max Garland • May 12, 2023

Costco, Walmart join Biden administration’s supply chain data exchange

Fifty-three companies representing the end-to-end supply chain are now part of the Department of Transportation’s Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 11, 2023

Drone firm Zipline lands GNC, other customers for home delivery service

The companies will be using Zipline's Platform 2 offering, which leverages a drone-droid combo to deliver orders.

By Max Garland • May 10, 2023

Expert roundtable: What the future holds for sidewalk delivery robots

Executives and researchers share their takes on what the emerging transportation method will offer ten years from now.

By Max Garland • May 10, 2023

US supply chain salaries rose 3% since last year: study

Newer employees and those who switched jobs received larger raises than others, according to a survey from the Association for Supply Chain Management.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 10, 2023

UPS, Teamsters kick off high-stakes national contract negotiations

The delivery giant is optimistic about reaching an agreement, but some say the risk of a strike is higher than in previous years.

By Max Garland • May 10, 2023

Portland, Oregon to pilot zero-emission delivery zone

Diesel and gas-powered trucks can transfer goods to environmentally friendly transport modes that then make deliveries within a designated area.

By Max Garland • May 9, 2023

US Postal Service reduces FedEx spend amid transformation plan

The agency is scaling back its reliance on air transport, which spells trouble for FedEx Express.

By Max Garland • May 8, 2023

Shopify to sell logistics business to Flexport

The deal, which is expected to close in the second quarter, includes e-commerce fulfillment and order storage provider Deliverr.

By Max Garland • May 4, 2023

4 charts show how cargo diversions are playing out in the US

Shippers have been diverting cargo for years now, but where exactly is it going? A few datasets provide a hint.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza , Jasmine Ye Han • May 3, 2023

UPS plans to open 7 healthcare logistics facilities in 2023

Services for healthcare shippers have been a bright spot for the delivery giant amid an overall decline in demand.

By Max Garland • May 3, 2023

UPS cuts air network costs as shippers flock to ground transport

With demand falling, the delivery giant is pushing to make more efficient use of its flight capacity.

By Max Garland • May 2, 2023

Bed Bath and Beyond bankruptcy hits Ryder profits

The logistics company provided distribution management services for the bankrupt retailer.

By David Taube • May 2, 2023

FedEx Freight to close 29 locations, furlough more workers

The less-than-truckload unit has been cutting costs and streamlining its network as demand continues to decline.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2023

RoadOne acquires Ace Transport Miami

The Florida expansion boosts the logistics provider’s offerings between the U.S. and Latin America for customers.

By Larry Avila • May 1, 2023

Amazon to slow fulfillment spend as it prioritizes regional model

CEO Andy Jassy is “bullish on the early results” of the e-commerce giant’s shift away from operating one massive network.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 28, 2023

5 California ports pledge to build data-sharing system for cargo fluidity

Los Angeles, Long Beach and other shipping hubs in the state will work together on a cloud-based tool aimed at standardizing data and boosting cargo fluidity.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 27, 2023

Gap bolsters reverse logistics abilities through returns tech provider

Optoro’s returns platform speeds up processing times to optimize the retailer’s restocking efforts and push savings on consolidated returns shipping.

By Kelly Stroh • April 27, 2023

Why delivery robots face a regulatory ‘nightmare’

Laws for sidewalk-roaming bots have taken hold across states. But variances in each bill complicate the industry's expansion plans.

By Max Garland • April 26, 2023

Nissan taps project44 for shipment visibility

The automaker will use the tech vendor's platform to track shipments across transportation modes.

By Kelly Stroh • April 25, 2023

UPS fights to keep strike-fearing shippers from fleeing

The delivery giant has assigned executives to major customers to keep them from shifting volume to competitors amid Teamsters contract negotiations, CEO Carol Tomé said.

By Max Garland • April 25, 2023

Geodis’ cross-border delivery service ups capacity with 2 new gateways

The airport facilities in New York and Los Angeles adds to MyParcel's current processing and handling capabilities out of Chicago.

By Max Garland • April 24, 2023

Ground parcel delivery costs reach record high as rate hikes take hold

Discounts helped prevent the figure from climbing even higher, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

By Max Garland • April 24, 2023