Tractor Supply opens Idaho distribution center with automation, dedicated AI team

The retailer's site in Nampa will distribute inventory to 123 stores and includes a group that aims to "apply practical artificial intelligence to operational needs."

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2026

Why one brand adopted Amazon’s growing inventory replenishment service

Moralve is using Amazon Global Warehousing and Distribution for more effective product allocation in markets beyond the U.S., its CEO said.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 6, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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Top supply chain conferences of 2027

Next year’s trade shows will spotlight artificial intelligence and technology insights, sustainability strategies, and how to navigate trade and logistics risks.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 6, 2026

Supply chain resilience starts before disruption: Why collaboration and visibility matter

Stronger supplier intelligence helps manufacturers identify risk and respond faster to disruption.

Oct. 5, 2026

Puma taps Maersk to manage North America distribution network

Under the agreement, other Maersk customers will gain access to capacity at a Puma distribution center in California next year.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 2, 2026

AutoZone hones in on domestic distribution network

The auto parts retailer opened 16 mega hubs this quarter and 39 this year in total as it advances its inventory replenishment strategy.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2026

Manufacturing expands in September, but uncertainty weighs on sentiment

Although the sector remained in expansion, "not being able to rely on a steady economic policy" is worrying manufacturers, said Susan Spence, chair of the Institute for Supply Management.

By Jeff Kinney • Oct. 1, 2026

Walmart to build Ohio fulfillment center for oversized goods

The $300 million investment near Cincinnati will specialize in handling larger, non-sortable items, including televisions and furniture.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 1, 2026

Ross plans 1.75M-square-foot distribution center in California

The $500 million investment, which is set to break ground in 2027, is the retailer’s 10th distribution center.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 29, 2026

3 CPGs discuss automation, sourcing and logistics risks

At a Barclays conference this month, Colgate-Palmolive and Kimberly-Clark flagged rising material and freight costs, while Procter & Gamble gave a Supply Chain 3.0 update.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 29, 2026

Amazon, US Steel, Pirelli and others make facility investments

Additionally, Eli Lilly broke ground on its Houston facility, and auto parts suppliers Hansae and Toyotetsu announced U.S. expansions. Meanwhile, Amy’s Kitchen and others are shuttering facilities.

By Nathan Owens , Sara Samora • Sept. 29, 2026

US-China trade board carves path for tariff relief on $60B of goods

The board has proposed lower tariffs on U.S.-bound household goods and toys, but the White House did not specify reduction amounts or an implementation date.

By Max Garland • Sept. 28, 2026

Peak season has to plan around weather. Here’s how.

What to do when the industry's tightest capacity window collides with unpredictable weather.

Sept. 28, 2026

How supply chains can achieve resiliency with quantum optimization

If your supply chain is drowning in variables, constraints and constant change, quantum optimization may offer a smarter way forward.

Sept. 28, 2026

The intelligence advantage: Moving beyond benchmarking to network-wide insights

How network-scale intelligence helps businesses focus resources on the opportunities that matter most.

Sept. 28, 2026

Lego to spend $400M to add warehouse space at Mexico plant

The toymaker's investment will also support expanded packing capabilities to strengthen its regional supply chain network in the Americas.

By Sara Samora • Sept. 25, 2026

US, China to extend trade war truce by 2 months

The pact reached last year to lower tariffs and suspend other trade actions will stay in effect until Jan. 10, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 24, 2026

Ocean Spray names chief supply chain officer

Brad Hartzell wades into the role leading operations for the company behind Craisins with 25 years of experience.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 23, 2026

Electronics manufacturers fret over extreme heat disruptions

High temperatures are delaying supplier deliveries and hobbling productivity in the process, per the Global Electronics Association.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 22, 2026

P.F. Chang’s renews tech partnership to sharpen inventory management, purchasing

Through an extended partnership with ArrowStream, the restaurant operator will continue to manage inventory and supply contracts while monitoring spending.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 22, 2026

Wegmans invests $110M in its supply chain

The grocer is building a new facility in its home base of upstate New York and consolidating operations to limit its reliance on third-party providers.

By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 22, 2026

Mondelēz names new chief procurement officer as cocoa market stabilizes

Formerly SVP of cocoa enterprise, Zakaria Dahkoun took over the role in August as the company sees better supply security for the key ingredient.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 21, 2026

The hidden cost of operating 2 shipping systems

Freight sat out the shipping consolidation trend. Here's what closing that gap actually looks like.

By Emilie Bingham and Matt Averitt • Sept. 21, 2026

When budget cuts fail: The stranded costs and complexity hiding in your supply chain

Cost programs fail for two reasons: stranded costs and complexity. Learn which complexity protects your margins and which costs quietly erode them.

By Karan Shah • Sept. 21, 2026

When demand won’t sit still: Building a more flexible warehouse network

See how flexible warehousing can help supply chains adapt as demand, inventory and markets shift.

By Joe Greek • Sept. 21, 2026