Carrier rate hikes fail to materialize, excess capacity to blame

Despite solid fundamentals in 2017, ocean freight rate increases did not materialize.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 7, 2017

Office Depot brings supply chain management to the cloud

Still recovering from its failed merger with Staples, the office supplies retailer is partnering with Elementum to smooth out its supply chain.

By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 6, 2017

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Inventory Management

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

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Blockchain: The best way to decentralize supply chains

The tech not only improves security but also slashes costs and streamlines supply chain management.

By Harry Goodnight • Sept. 6, 2017

E-commerce investment once again on the rise in 2017

Deal growth should continue into Q3, as funding surges forward. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 5, 2017

Meal delivery investments outpace grocery delivery startups

Managing costs proves key to food delivery services of all types, but investors seem to think they're worth more investment.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 1, 2017

US manufacturing expects future growth, despite ongoing challenges

Technology is a fundamental driver of manufacturing growth, yet is unevenly applied throughout the industry.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 31, 2017

Audi implements VR in employee training programs

Virtual reality could be key to drawing younger workers to manufacturing.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 30, 2017

Study: Retailers still struggle to embrace omnichannel

Adjusting operations to meet evolving consumer demands is difficult for many retail supply chains but is necessary for survival.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 30, 2017

Nintendo tackles supply chain issues ahead of peak season

July sales figures show fan frustrations over a Nintendo Switch scarcity may taper as the company corrects production issues to meet demand.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 30, 2017

How contract manufacturing evolved from the Space Age to the Digital Age

There are drawbacks, but contract manufacturing seems here to stay.

By Barry Hochfelder • Aug. 29, 2017

Inside Amazon + Whole Foods: The first day

As Amazon started running Whole Foods on Monday, special sales were the main draw. But the changes at the natural and organic retailer go beyond just low prices.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 29, 2017

Apprenticeships gain foothold in industrial and manufacturing fields

Manufacturing companies are launching special training programs to incite interest among millennials and confront the talent shortage head-on.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 29, 2017

HP, Deloitte join forces to focus on manufacturing with 3-D printing

HP is looking to become a significant player in the $12 trillion 3-D printing market. Deloitte's interest in the market has grown because improved tech and cheaper materials have made 3-D printing more economical.

By Justine Brown • Aug. 28, 2017

STB plans hearing over CSX issues on Sept. 12

Industry stakeholders have called on the regulator to intervene and help improve the railroad's deteriorating service levels. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 28, 2017

Amazon-Whole Foods deal closes Monday, bringing lower prices and Prime-based loyalty program

Immediately after the deal goes into effect, prices will drop on grocery staples and Whole Foods’ private-label brands will be available on Amazon.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 25, 2017

US, EU advance collaboration efforts on manufacturing

The FDA has agreed to share more complete confidential information per the terms of a freshly inked agreement with other regulatory bodies.

By Jacob Bell • Aug. 24, 2017

What freight brokers need to know about the new food safety rules

Shippers, carriers and brokers are all affected by the FDA's new regulations regarding food transport, which seek to eliminate waste and contamination.

By Todd Bryant • Aug. 24, 2017

Rural employment increases but manufacturing jobs decline

Modern manufacturing methods require more highly skilled workers, which when combined with a lack of education, leads to a talent shortage in the industry.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 24, 2017

Best Buy to adopt chemical reduction program

To mitigate risk and perhaps to comply with the new DJSI standards, Best Buy is revamping its chemical reduction program to reduce its chemical footprint and phase out "chemicals of concern."

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 24, 2017

A buyer's guide to navigating supply chains

From choosing suppliers and sources to managing business relationships, here's what buyers need to know.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 22, 2017

Brother begins printer ink delivery service

The manufacturer breaks into the direct-to-consumer delivery model with a new service triggered by low printer ink to deliver Brother ink and toner straight to consumers' doors.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 22, 2017

Retailers struggle to hire for their warehouses

Workers are shying away from jobs posted by struggling retailers, which could become a big problem for retailers come peak season.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 21, 2017

Robots flood Midwestern manufacturing hubs

The manufacturing talent shortage may be attributed in part to a lack of interest from potential workers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 21, 2017

Target expands Restock next-day delivery service

Omnichannel services like Restock helped boost the retailer's sales in the second quarter, but they’re also cutting into the bottom line.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 18, 2017

Logistically Minded: Freight booms, subscription delivery services buckle

The freight industry continues to leave the Great Recession in its rearview mirror, Fiat Chrysler joins the self-driving car race and the Port of LA is looking into a new staging facility. 

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 18, 2017