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Off-price retailers shift tactics as inventory gluts squeeze the industry

Markdowns by large retailers have created a domino effect, placing new pressures on the model of stores like Burlington and Ross.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 13, 2022

UPS targets 100K seasonal hires ahead of peak

The carrier is not alone in conducting a hiring spree — the Postal Service announced plans Monday to hire 28,000 people for the peak season.

By Max Garland • Sept. 13, 2022

Explore the Trendline➔

Inventory Management

See how various companies have adjusted their inventories throughout several economic bullwhips.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Amazon buys mechatronics firm to fold into robotics division

With Cloostermans, the retail giant intends to “more rapidly deploy solutions” that support employees, improve safety and cut packaging waste.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 13, 2022

Savannah port tackles data visibility with new terminal operating system

The Georgia Ports Authority tapped Navis for an operating system as it prepares for continued growth.

By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 13, 2022

Equashield’s automated facility fulfills orders at ‘record pace’

The AI and machine learning technology at its production facility have helped improve accuracy, fill rates and product quality.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 12, 2022

Inflation is a lot worse than it seems, as companies do not always pass on the costs

A small food manufacturer's experience in Texas outlines the difficult choices it takes to absorb rising costs, write three professors.

By Travis Tokar, Andrew Balthrop, Ron Gordon • Sept. 12, 2022

Best Buy bucks the glut trend, boasting healthy inventory

The consumer electronics company saw inventory down 6% year-on-year in Q2.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 9, 2022

Safety issues incubate disaster in food and beverage supply chains

An Abbott formula recall and a Family Dollar rodent infestation underscore how systematic failures can compromise safety.

By Jen A. Miller • Sept. 6, 2022

NFI partners with Boston Dynamics to debut autonomous robot

The North America logistics provider will roll out a truck unloading bot in 2023 to supplement labor and improve employee safety.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 6, 2022

Why training must be engaging to be effective

Fundamentally, engagement is the key to effective training, which is why we follow three key steps that guarantee effective, lasting training for every employee.

Sept. 6, 2022

Chewy opens third automated fulfillment center as shipping capacity grows

The pet supply retailer expects to ship a third of its outbound volume from automated facilities by this time next year.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 2, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond’s supply chain a critical component of turnaround plan

Interim CEO Sue Gove said the ailing retailer wants to increase its speed in getting product to stores and customers.

By Max Garland • Sept. 2, 2022

Automakers race to build EV battery supply chains in North America

Auto companies are pouring billions of dollars into new facilities and supplier agreements as they strain to secure needed raw materials.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 1, 2022

Bridgestone announces $550M plant expansion to meet demand for smart tires

The expansion will pave the way for the company to scale production of tires equipped with RFID tags.

By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 1, 2022

Kraft Heinz opens new distribution center in partnership with Prologis, Ryder

The Lathrop facility will focus on operational speed and sustainability. 

By Megan Ruggles • Aug. 31, 2022

Amazon rolls out delivery route algorithm to reduce miles driven

The e-commerce giant has deployed its “Condor” program nationwide after introducing it in January.

By Max Garland • Aug. 31, 2022

Retailers take expensive measures to clear inventory ahead of peak season

Faced with sluggish consumer demand, Gap, Kohl’s and Nordstrom are deploying deep discounts and pulling items from the shelves.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 30, 2022

Geodis to add 1,000 autonomous bots at warehouses

As e-commerce demand soars, the global transportation and logistics provider will work with Locus Robotics to expand its footprint significantly in the U.S. and Europe.

By Megan Ruggles • Aug. 30, 2022

Kroger opens two new spoke e-commerce centers

The facilities in Illinois and Tennessee add to the grocer's online delivery network in two new metro areas.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 29, 2022

SpartanNash supply chain transformation yields improved warehouse output

Several companies are overhauling operations to trim costs, respond faster to demand spikes and gain more control over distribution.

By Max Garland • Aug. 26, 2022

Amazon expands hydrogen supplier deal as it strives for carbon neutrality

Plug Power will supply the retail giant with over 10,000 tons of hydrogen per year across its transportation and operations network.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 26, 2022

Grocers have been slow to adopt automated fulfillment. That could change.

Inflation could renew grocers' interest in upgrading their e-commerce operations, experts say.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 26, 2022

Levi’s leverages AI to boost e-commerce fulfillment

The denim brand is launching a new platform to streamline deliveries as it works to grow its direct-to-consumer business.

By Megan Ruggles • Aug. 25, 2022

Port of Oakland: Trucker protests depressed July cargo volumes

The port processed the smallest number of containers since February 2015, according to the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association.

By Alejandra Salgado • Aug. 24, 2022

Beyond Meat adds electric trucks to help power shipping network

The alternative meat company plans to scale EVs across operations over the next 5 years.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 24, 2022