Aldi to open three distribution centers by 2029

The additions aim to support the grocery chain’s U.S. expansion plans, which include the opening of 180 stores by the end of 2026.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 13, 2026

2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles

Half of respondents to an Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll survey said that applicants’ lack of relevant experience made hiring challenging.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 13, 2026

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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Trump threatens 25% tariff on Iran’s trading partners

The president said the duty would go into effect immediately, although no official documentation has been released to define the scope of the levies. 

By Phil Neuffer • Updated 13 hours ago

Trump admin clarifies scope of tariff refunds ahead of Supreme Court ruling

Duties charged on goods from Brazil and India would also be eligible for refund should the court rule reimbursements necessary, according to a legal filing.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 12, 2026

Macy’s to close Oklahoma fulfillment center

The Tulsa County facility is slated to shutter this spring, a company spokesperson told Supply Chain Dive.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 12, 2026

UPS to close or trim operations at 4 locations in ongoing network shakeup

Facilities in North Carolina, Michigan and Alabama will be impacted by the carrier's consolidation plans, adding to dozens of closures enacted last year.

By Max Garland • Jan. 9, 2026

Returns as a revenue engine: A playbook for margin recovery

Employing a rule-based decision tree for returns can drive superior inventory profitability and sustainably, writes Sai Teja Yerapothina, a senior director of last-mile delivery at Walmart. 

By Sai Teja Yerapothina • Jan. 9, 2026

Cyber risks grow as manufacturers turn to AI and cloud systems

Data classification and encryption are essential shields for the highly targeted sector, experts said.

By Sakshi Udavant • Jan. 8, 2026

5 supply chain management trends to watch in 2026

Following a year jam-packed with uncertainty, retailers and manufacturers will prioritize cost optimization amid a fragmenting global economic picture. 

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 8, 2026

UPS’ Happy Returns pilots AI tool to halt decoy returns fraud

The company's Return Vision software compares returned products with images from the retailer, a capability being used by Everlane and others.

By Max Garland • Jan. 7, 2026

Employees say they’re fuzzy on their employers’ AI strategy

Front-line workers in sectors such as retail, healthcare and manufacturing are less likely to use AI than those in “knowledge-based” jobs, according to Gallup. 

By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 7, 2026

Volvo to open $37.7M regional distribution hub in Washington state

The truck manufacturer aims to optimize parts delivery for dealers in the U.S. Northwest and Western Canada. 

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 6, 2026

Jim Beam halts production at flagship Kentucky distillery

The bourbon maker is pausing operations for a year at its main manufacturing plant as it battles declining alcohol consumption and high barrel-aging taxes.

By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 6, 2026

US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI

Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on companies as the U.S.’ recent military operation in Venezuela adds more uncertainty to the mix.

By Nathan Owens • Jan. 6, 2026

White House delays furniture tariff increases for a year

The U.S. is pushing back duty increases due to "productive negotiations" with trading partners, keeping the current 25% rate in effect.

By Max Garland • Jan. 2, 2026

Duluth Trading’s efforts to rightsize inventory receipts pay off

The workwear retailer plans to have its stock reflect more of its core products and will cut SKUs throughout 2026.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 23, 2025

Academy Sports and Outdoors touts cargo frontloading wins

Although it was “sweaty knuckles” at first, moving goods ahead of tariff escalations enabled the retailer to sell items at last year’s prices, EVP and CFO Earl Ford said.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 23, 2025

Tariffs, strikes and tragedies: How 2025 transformed supply chains

Supply chains faced tumult, with changes to U.S. trade policies and labor unrest contributing to a mosaic of uncertainty. Here is a visual look at the busy year.

By Kelly Stroh , Max Garland , Phil Neuffer , Antone Gonsalves , Edwin Lopez , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 22, 2025

Giant Food and The Giant Company to shutter centralized e-commerce centers

The Ahold Delhaize-owned chains plan to stop operating six facilities in early 2026 as they shift to in-store fulfillment.

By Sam Silverstein • Dec. 19, 2025

How Home Depot sped up its supply chain — and what comes next

The home improvement retailer has built an expansive network of distribution centers for faster deliveries. It's now looking to maximize the potential of those assets.

By Max Garland • Dec. 18, 2025

UNFI boosts supply chain performance with lean management

The company has improved throughput and on-time delivery at distribution centers at which it has installed a standardized lean operating model.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2025

J&J Snack Foods to close 3 manufacturing sites in business revamp

The Icee maker expects to accrue $20 million in annualized savings from a business transformation plan aimed at simplifying production and optimizing distribution.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2025

Off-price retailers neutralize tariff impact

Inventory and pricing strategies helped TJX, Ross and Burlington protect margins in Q3, and they expect even greater success in Q4.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 16, 2025

Nissan names VP to oversee US manufacturing overhaul

Victor Taylor will lead operational changes across all three of Nissan's U.S. plants while leading the automaker’s supply chain and production engineering.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 15, 2025

Kroger to build nearly $400M Kentucky distribution center

The new facility comes as the grocery retailer continues to restructure its supply chain network, including scaling back its use of automated fulfillment sites.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 15, 2025