Port of Oakland resumes operations as AB5 protests quiet down

The remaining protesters, under threat of a citation, have moved to "free speech zones" away from terminal gates.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 26, 2022

A USPS service testing next-day delivery made $191 in 3 months

Connect Local Mail has seen a tepid response so far, with 65 parcels delivered from January to March.

By Max Garland • July 25, 2022

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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

Zipline bringing healthcare drone deliveries to Washington state

The drone company will deliver time-sensitive medical supplies like lab samples, medications and test kits for MultiCare Health System.

By Max Garland • July 25, 2022

Companies join initiative to make maritime shipping more sustainable

Three companies make sustainable shipping choices that protect blue whales, blue skies.

July 25, 2022

FedEx Ground scales back Sunday delivery coverage

After expanding the service to nearly 95% of the U.S. population, the carrier will soon reach less than 80% of the country.

By Max Garland • July 22, 2022

FedEx Ground contractors band together for pay increases ahead of Black Friday

An alliance of contractors is forming to push for higher per-stop pay and combine purchasing power.

By Max Garland • July 21, 2022

USPS will make 40% of new vehicles electric

The announcement builds on the Postal Service's previous plan to purchase 10,000 EVs from Oshkosh Defense.

By Kate Magill • July 21, 2022

Our most read logistics stories of H1 2022

Fulfillment, ocean shipping regulation, congestion and middle mile were among the trending topics in logistics for the first half of the year.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 20, 2022

What's next for Gopuff and rapid delivery as the young industry hits 'an inflection point'?

The company’s struggles and those of newer startups in the space could offer an opening for established grocers, sources say.

By Jeff Wells , Sam Silverstein , Catherine Douglas Moran • July 20, 2022

ILWU negotiations: White House watching 'as closely as they can be'

Union and management leaders are committed to reaching a new contract and not impeding the flow of goods, Port Envoy Gen. Stephen Lyons said.

By Colin Campbell • July 19, 2022

DoorDash, Schnucks expands partnership to target rapid delivery

The Midwestern supermarket chain is offering 30-minute delivery on specified prepared food items located a few miles away from 25 stores in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana.

By Sam Silverstein • July 19, 2022

Walmart's EV deal blocks Amazon as rivalry expands

The agreement prevents Canoo from making EVs for the e-commerce giant. One expert said Amazon is likely "more amused than anything."

By Max Garland • July 18, 2022

GXO to close Wisconsin facility, lay off 144 workers

The layoffs come less than a year after owner XPO Logistics spun off the business.

By David Taube • Updated July 18, 2022

Empty containers buoy Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes to June record

Despite inflation and recession concerns, the results show "Americans are still spending on goods,” Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Colin Campbell • July 18, 2022

Amazon expanding drone delivery service to Texas

Customers in the city of College Station are set to receive goods via Prime Air later this year, the company announced Friday.

By Max Garland • July 15, 2022

Amazon Air's Newark hub fallout adds to its 2022 logistics stressors

Plans for a hub in New Jersey have dissipated, complicating the company's ability to more quickly serve northeast customers.

By Max Garland • July 13, 2022

Walmart to purchase 4,500 Canoo EVs to boost last mile coverage

The retailer is beefing up its delivery fleet as it gears up to fulfill more online orders with a short turnaround time.

By Max Garland • July 12, 2022

The myth of supply chain management

Managers should be focused not only on minimizing costs, but securing the resiliency and elasticity of their supply chains.

By John Frechette and Dr. Ralph Sonenshine • July 11, 2022

Walmart nearly doubles coverage of InHome grocery delivery service

Seven new markets advance Walmart’s goal to expand InHome coverage from 6 million homes to 30 million homes.

By Max Garland • July 11, 2022

Joann bolsters ocean carrier mix, capacity in preparation for holidays

After spending around $35.3 million to free up stranded containers last quarter, the craft retailer is also focused on controlling freight costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 8, 2022

Waiting for 'Lady Day': A Billie Holiday book's supply chain saga

On the planned release date, pre-ordered copies sat inside a container aboard the Evergreen ship stuck in the Chesapeake Bay. Their voyage offers a glimpse into today’s ocean freight challenges.

By Colin Campbell • July 7, 2022

Walmart GoLocal pushes deeper into food delivery with Local Express

Independent grocers and other users of Local Express' platform will have access to same-day shipping through the arrangement, a critical offering to satisfy on-demand orders.

By Max Garland • July 6, 2022

Walmart to levy a pickup and fuel charge on suppliers as transportation costs climb

The charges, starting Aug. 1, come as the retailer looks to pass on rising inflation costs that have dampened profits.

By Max Garland • July 6, 2022

Amazon cancels, delays wave of warehouse plans as e-commerce demand cools

Shifts in plans have affected at least 13 facilities, including locations in Texas, Florida, Louisiana, Tennessee and California, according to local news reports.

By Max Garland • June 30, 2022

FedEx to consolidate stations, delivery routes in $2B operational overhaul

'Network 2.0' will boost collaboration between Express, Ground and Freight — three operating companies FedEx has long kept separate.

By Max Garland • June 29, 2022