Clorox to replace 25-year-old tech with new ERP

The household products manufacturer is building inventory at its retailers as a buffer while it transitions its system.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 23, 2025

Lucid’s strategy to strengthen supply chain means using fewer parts

"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," according to VP of Engineering James Hawkins.

By Larry Avila • June 23, 2025

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Amazon touts AI upgrades for forecasting, deliveries and robotics

The advancements will help customers get their orders faster and increase product availability, the company said.

By Max Garland • June 20, 2025

Kohl’s to close Ohio fulfillment center, lay off 768

The workforce reduction is due to increased shipping efficiency at other facilities, the discount retailer said.

By Philip Neuffer • June 17, 2025

P&G aims for resiliency with supply chain redesign

The initiative, which will include right-sizing production and discontinuing some brands, is expected to yield $1.5 billion in annual savings.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 17, 2025

7 Brew hires first supply chain chief

Christopher Held will help scale operations and ensure product consistency at the fast-growing coffee chain.

By Julie Littman • June 17, 2025

Amazon opens robotic fulfillment center in Massachusetts

The nearly 3 million square-foot-facility features hundreds of robots equipped to lift up to 1,500 pounds each.

By Kelly Stroh • June 17, 2025

In an uncertain economy, security is a necessity — not an afterthought

Rising theft and tight budgets make security a must-have for today’s vulnerable supply chains.

By Mike Dorington • June 16, 2025

GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production

The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.

By Eric Walz • June 11, 2025

Trump’s tariffs can stay while appeal weighed, court rules

Oral arguments are tentatively set for July 31 in the case, which is centered around the president’s authority to impose sweeping duties.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 11, 2025

Dollar General sees ‘big win’ from SKU reduction

The discount retailer has already cut 1,000 product types from its assortment to make shelf space for in-demand inventory.

By Kelly Stroh • June 10, 2025

Kohl’s shifts inventory strategy to curb tariff impact

The retailer will adjust orders based on demand while slashing its exposure to countries facing higher U.S. tariffs.

By Kelly Stroh • June 10, 2025

SAP retools its cloud-based ERP to ease migrations

The software vendor aims to simplify the shift from on-premises systems with line-of-business bundles for supply chain, procurement, finance, HR and CX.

By Matt Ashare • June 10, 2025

Amazon to shutter Nevada fulfillment center in August

The previously announced closure comes as the e-commerce giant builds a same-day delivery facility in the region. 

By Philip Neuffer • June 9, 2025

Future-proofing your operations: Why warehouse consultations matter

Future-proof your warehouse with a consultation—boost efficiency, resilience and long-term ROI.

By Renn Martin • June 9, 2025

Businesses revamp procurement amid AI adoption swell

Most companies are imposing stricter requirements when evaluating AI-powered software compared with other technologies, according to G2.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 6, 2025

Lowe’s to maintain competitive pricing structure despite tariffs

The home improvement retailer is also pushing its global diversification efforts and product evaluations to move production away from China.

By Kelly Stroh • June 5, 2025

Ralph Lauren tackles tariffs with agile supply chain

The fashion brand can shuffle manufacturing across a network that spans five continents to mitigate the impact of tariffs on costs, said CFO Justin Picicci.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 4, 2025

Guitar Center targets optimized inventory planning, visibility

The retailer will use Relex Solutions technology to gain real-time visibility of inventory levels to help reduce stockouts and overstocking.

By Kelly Stroh • June 3, 2025

CPKC, Teamsters issued new labor deal by arbitrator

The railroad's represented workers' contract runs through December 2027 and includes 3% annual raises. 

By Larry Avila • June 3, 2025

Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI

While production rose slightly, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward ahead of tariffs earlier this year. 

By Kate Magill • June 2, 2025

Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

By Chris Casey • May 30, 2025

RaceTrac gearing up for Louisiana growth with new distribution center

The $9 million facility will enhance the company’s supply chain in the state and support growing regional demand, the company said.

By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2025

Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands

The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.

By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2025

Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy

The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.

By Philip Neuffer • May 27, 2025