FedEx unveils new consolidated returns service

Easy Returns, competing with the likes of UPS' Happy Returns, will use 3,000 FedEx Office and Kohl's stores as drop-off locations.

By Max Garland • March 26, 2025

Amazon building robotics fulfillment center in North Carolina

The facility will contain more than 3 million square feet of floor space and support the company’s efforts to cut costs and improve production.

By Philip Neuffer • March 25, 2025

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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.

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What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

By Kaarin Moore • March 20, 2025

Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

By Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025

JM Smucker splits supply chain, manufacturing functions

SVP of Information Services Bryan Hutson will now oversee supply chain operations in an expanded role.

By Philip Neuffer • March 18, 2025

3M hires Honeywell supply chain exec

Torsten Pilz will succeed 3M Group President of Enterprise Supply Chain Peter Gibbons, who is stepping down from his role April 2.

By Kelly Stroh • March 18, 2025

As tariffs loom over pharma manufacturing, a reshoring effort is underway — but not without challenges

Experts say cost and other barriers present challenges to returning to U.S. shores.

By Kelly Bilodeau • March 18, 2025

Macy’s to open North Carolina distribution center

The facility, slated to open in this year, will provide additional supply chain efficiencies at a lower cost, executives say.

By Haley Cawthon • March 17, 2025

Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms

Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.

By Kate Magill • March 17, 2025

Metal tariffs make American manufacturing less competitive, can makers say

The present tariffs situation “opens the door for cheaper canned foods to flood the U.S. market from China and other foreign competitors,” the Can Manufacturers Institute said. U.S. trade groups are calling for exemptions.

By Maria Rachal • March 17, 2025

AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain

The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.

By Philip Neuffer • March 17, 2025

What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs

CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.

By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • March 17, 2025

Attention shippers: Your shipment data is about to change

Big NMFC changes are coming! Learn how new LTL freight classification standards impact your shipments, carriers and operations.

By Holly Taylor, NMFTA • March 17, 2025

UPS to cut sorting shift in North Carolina as more closures loom

The carrier is evaluating further reductions in its network as part of an efficiency push, but details are limited.

By Max Garland • March 14, 2025

How Foot Locker’s supply chain is lacing up for the future

Better inventory management and stronger vendor collaboration is helping the sneaker retailer advance its companywide transformation plan.

By Philip Neuffer • March 14, 2025

Jack Daniel’s maker says Canada pulling stock worse than tariffs

Brown-Forman's CEO worries the response to U.S. duties by retailers could spread to Europe.

By Chris Casey • March 13, 2025

Fashion industry ‘nervous’ over potential Vietnam tariffs

Though the region isn’t as large of a sourcing hub as China, experts say duties on Vietnam would create headwinds for footwear and apparel companies.

By Laurel Deppen • March 13, 2025

5 insights from Lowe’s EVP of Supply Chain

Margi Vagell explains how the home improvement retailer approaches network optimization, automation implementation and balancing customer segments.

By Philip Neuffer • March 11, 2025

The Home Depot grows its flatbed distribution network

The company has three FDCs under construction with more in the pipeline, Senior EVP Ann-Marie Campbell said during its earnings call.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 11, 2025

How Dick’s Sporting Goods is mastering the omnichannel game

The retailer has found success by shifting from a speed-at-all-costs strategy to one that prioritizes predictability for customers.

By Philip Neuffer • March 11, 2025

Kroger and Ocado plan to open 2 more automated fulfillment centers

Ocado is moving forward with its Kroger partnership but executives for the British company noted that growth in its global customer fulfillment centers is “behind expectations.”

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2025

Monster takes patient approach to aluminum tariffs

The beverage company is “hedged” on the metal in 2025, but it is reviewing its pricing strategy.

By Kelly Stroh • March 7, 2025

US chip production targets at risk under Trump administration

As the president uses tariffs to push domestic manufacturing while calling for federal spending cuts, experts say the future of the CHIPS and Science Act and its funding is increasingly doubtful.

By Kate Magill • March 7, 2025

Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025

The Honest Company names new SVP of supply chain

Etienne von Kunssberg will oversee the company’s daily and long-term supply chain functions.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 6, 2025