Balancing AI tools with human talent remains challenging for most companies, report says

Businesses are investing in AI-enhanced HR systems and upskilling employees on AI-related subjects, according to CompTIA.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 11, 2024

Younger workers are needed to shore up shrinking labor force, EBRI says

The age of the labor force will play an important role in companies’ workforce development in coming years, the institute noted.

By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 9, 2024

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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

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Vital Farms adds chief supply chain officer role

Joe Holland took helm of the newly created role on Sept. 1 and is responsible for the company’s logistics, production operations and food safety quality assurance.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 9, 2024

Re-imagining warehousing innovation and resilience: Adapting to the digital age

Let's challenge the notion that digital transformation is a one-size-fits-all solution.

By Denzel Davis, Torrence Gibson, Stephen Birtsas and Drew Cekada • Sept. 9, 2024

Data makes the world go round: 4 key trends for supply chains in 2025

Explore 2025's top supply chain trends: Traceability, sustainability, resilience and AI integration.

Sept. 9, 2024

FedEx Fulfillment plans expansion with robotics firm investment

The alliance allows FedEx to use Nimble's fulfillment centers in North America as it looks to attract more e-commerce merchants.

By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2024

Nordstrom pulls back on Pacific Northwest omnichannel center plans

The retailer said its current network will suffice following supply chain improvements made over the last few years.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 6, 2024

Port of Baltimore creates deputy role to win back shipping business

Former New Orleans port COO Matt Wypyski will serve as deputy executive director for commercial development.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 4, 2024

Under Armour seeks savings from streamlined supply chain strategy

The sportswear company is primarily focused on enhancing cross-channel capabilities and end-to-end planning.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 3, 2024

Manufacturing production hits 4-year low: August PMI

Increasing inventories and cratering demand are creating “one of the most worrying signals witnessed since the global financial crisis,” according to S&P. 

By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 3, 2024

Kroger drivers at automated warehouse vote to join Teamsters

The facility in Georgia is set to become the grocer's second fulfillment center where drivers have agreed to unionize.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 3, 2024

Target fuels next-day delivery ambitions with Detroit sortation center

The new facility will eventually be able to process up to 60,000 packages daily, CFO Michael Fiddelke said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2024

Port of Portland shares plan to keep container terminal open

One of the initiatives aims at doubling container volumes over the next five to seven years in an attempt to keep Terminal 6 operational.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 29, 2024

Nordstrom credits faster supply chain operations for improved customer experience

The retailer said the use of RFID tags has led to better in-stock rates and faster delivery times.

By Bryan Wassel • Aug. 28, 2024

J&J Snack Foods benefits from regional distribution centers

The food maker is shipping more products from the new network while reducing its average length of haul. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 28, 2024

Dick’s Sporting Goods to open Texas distribution center

The facility will be the retailer’s sixth as it targets continued expansion.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 27, 2024

Fastenal shares contingency plans for hurricane season

The industrial and supply solutions company has hurricane specific supplies stocked in four major distribution centers.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 26, 2024

Shein reports 2 cases of child labor in its supply chain

The fast fashion giant discovered the cases last year and suspended orders from the manufacturers pending “appropriate remediation.”

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 26, 2024

Powell says ‘time has come’ for rate cut, cites weakening labor market

The Fed chair did not indicate the size of a coming interest rate reduction, keeping alive a debate on how far policymakers will cut borrowing costs.

By Jim Tyson • Aug. 26, 2024

US LBM names SVP of supply chain

Jeff Wood will lead the specialty building material distributor’s sourcing and procurement strategies, as well as supply chain operations.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 22, 2024

AB InBev to shutter Anheuser-Busch distribution facility

The Bud Light brewer’s closure of the Massachusetts plant will impact 193 jobs and comes after it reported a decline in beer volumes earlier this month.

By Chris Casey • Aug. 22, 2024

Adidas America faces almost $400K in fines over warehouse safety violations

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspected the facility in 2021 and identified safety hazards that were still not corrected by a January 2024 visit.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 21, 2024

What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024

Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 20, 2024

How J.C. Penney is using AI and machine learning in its supply chain

The department store retailer is investing heavily in new technology to improve productivity and upgrade its legacy systems.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 20, 2024

Employers plan 3.5% raises for 2025, Payscale data reveals

The projection follows a pattern of “softening in a cooler labor market,” the company said.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 15, 2024