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

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Warehouse automation

Robotics and AI are two of the many tools warehouse operators are using to improve productivity.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

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

Sycamore to spin off Staples retail business

In a recent SEC filing, the office supplies seller said its U.S. and Canadian retail operations would be split off from the more profitable and healthy corporate sales unit. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 17, 2017

Maersk expects $1B profit this year despite cyberattack

In its quarterly statement, Maersk said the attack's fallout could amount to financial damages of $200 to $300 million, but it expects a swift and full recovery.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 17, 2017

Costco coughs up $19.4M in damages for selling fake Tiffany rings

In an attempt to alleviate cost pressures, Costco opted to counterfeit a well-known luxury brand.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 17, 2017

Auto suppliers: While popularity grows, EV trend still in need of a charge

Internal combustion cars are still more profitable, and Magna predicts re-chargable vehicles will only represent 3% to 6% of the market in 2025.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 16, 2017

Trump signs executive order to streamline infrastructure approvals

The order rolls back environmental regulations and calls for federal review of "new major infrastructure projects" to be reduced to roughly two years.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 15, 2017

Target to acquire same-day delivery company Grand Junction

The San Francisco-based company could help Target compete by connecting inventory to established local and regional delivery operations.  

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 15, 2017

More grocers may consolidate as competition intensifies

Traditional grocers struggle to streamline distribution and supply chains and keep costs low while business booms for wholesalers and discount grocers.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 15, 2017