Chemical company revives 'stale' operations with SAP implementation

Old World Industries recently transitioned from a manual procurement and fulfillment processes to a more digitized operation.

By Samantha Schwartz • April 3, 2019

5G: The great warehouse enabler

Greater bandwidth can accommodate up to a million sensors and grease the skids for technology adoption in warehouses.

By Craig Guillot • April 2, 2019

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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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Track-and-trace, supply chain expected to lead IoT spending growth

Total global spending on Internet of Things technology is projected to increase from $186 billion in 2017 to $435 billion in 2023, according to the Forrester forecast. 

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2019

Dick's Sporting Goods built in-house inventory software

The retailer is investing about $15 million in e-commerce fulfillment capabilities and $10 million in technology.

By Samantha Schwartz • April 2, 2019

Macy's hires 1st chief supply chain officer

The functions within the new CSCO's purview, including transportation, procurement, sustainability and the "entire product journey," are being joined together under one executive for the first time.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 2, 2019

True Value invests $150M in supply chain upgrades

The hardware wholesaler reached a 99% in-stock rate in the Midwest with a new hub-and-spoke model that will soon expand to other regions.

By Matt Leonard • April 1, 2019

Target includes supplier emissions in new climate goals

This marks the first time Target has taken its entire supply chain, which represents 96% of Target's total emissions, into account when calculating total greenhouse gas emissions.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 28, 2019

Cannabis company builds 850K-square-foot greenhouse to meet high demand

Cronos CEO Mike Gorenstein said supply is only one piece of the puzzle — management of downstream logistics and distribution are equally important. 

By Shefali Kapadia • March 28, 2019

Ahold Delhaize turns to AI-powered distribution

The new end-to-end supply chain system aims to boost efficiency and provide fresher products for customers.

By Jeff Wells • March 28, 2019

Robots expected in 50K warehouses by 2025: report

E-commerce and labor shortages drive a need for automation in facilities, and adoption of robotics is increasingly affordable. 

By Matt Leonard • March 27, 2019

The realities of rethinking plastic packaging

Manufacturers must consider the product and consequences of alternative materials when making decisions about plastic packaging.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • March 26, 2019

Packaging makes up nearly half of plastic waste

Companies that look to implement more sustainable practices in their packaging could face lower business risk in the long run. 

By Matt Leonard • March 26, 2019

QFC stores will eliminate single-use plastic bags

The Kroger banner is taking a big first step in the company's Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative, which aims to eliminate single-use bags across its stores by 2025. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • March 26, 2019

Nike reaps benefits of short lead times, RFID

The brand's need for speed took off with LeBron James' move to a new team, necessitating shorter lead times for jerseys. 

By Emma Cosgrove • March 25, 2019

Alibaba platform adds procurement, fulfillment services

The new initiatives, coupled with recent logistics acquisitions, offer an advantage to international brands that see potential in the Chinese market but are unsure how best to target consumers. 

By Shefali Kapadia • March 22, 2019

E-commerce is driving US warehouse construction

Most of the growth in e-commerce warehouse construction is coming from online-only companies like Amazon, which broke ground on 23 warehouse projects last year. 

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2019

Michaels brings e-commerce fulfillment in-house

The switch means the retailer no longer has to worry about the cost associated with a third-party fulfillment provider, but Michaels continues to face cost headwinds from tariffs and transportation. 

By Matt Leonard • March 20, 2019

Boeing quiet on 737 Max inventory plans — an airfield could play a role

Boeing owns 100 acres of land about 180 miles from its Renton, Washington, manufacturing facility where the company has stored parts in the past. 

By Matt Leonard • March 20, 2019

Amid companies' renewed energy focus, warehouse efficiencies unchanged

From 2003 to 2012, data from the Energy Information Administration revealed no significant drop in energy intensity, a measure of efficiency. 

By Matt Leonard • March 19, 2019

Can modern, high-tech warehouses rely solely on the power grid?

As warehouses add automation, facilities managers explore alternative energy and smart sensors to reduce reliance on the grid.

By Jen A. Miller • March 19, 2019

Ulta plans 'fast fulfillment centers' to handle online orders

The new centers will be able to handle up to 30,000 orders per day during peak times and help the company reach its two-day delivery goal.

By Matt Leonard • March 18, 2019

Boeing pauses delivery of 737 MAX 8 aircraft

Airlines can seek compensation from Boeing when a fleet of aircraft is grounded, which could end up costing the company billions.

By Matt Leonard • March 15, 2019

Dollar General to build out distribution capacity for fresh foods

The fresh program is already boosting day-to-day traffic, said CEO Todd Vasos, but after experimenting in 300 stores, the company is eager to claim back the margin eaten up by distributor fees.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 15, 2019

How PepsiCo closes the sustainability loop with reusable packaging

The food and beverage giant is designing containers with reuse in mind, prompting new ways of thinking about packaging, reverse logistics and KPIs.

By Craig Guillot • March 12, 2019

Trader Joe's to curb plastic packaging in stores

The retailer aims to build on its recent sustainability initiatives by selling more loose produce items, replacing floral and greeting cards packaging with renewable alternatives and more. 

By Lauren Manning • March 12, 2019