Grocery Outlet turns to AI to modernize supply chain

The discounter will use Afresh’s ordering technology across its store categories to support its quickly rotating assortment.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 15, 2026

Your supply chain has a visibility problem. Your executives have a decision problem.

Supply chain leaders have more data than ever and less clarity. The gap is costing them.

June 15, 2026

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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

Federal court temporarily upholds Trump’s 10% global tariff

The federal appeals court blocked a previous order stopping collection of the duties for two importers and the state of Washington until an appeal is completed.

By Phil Neuffer • June 12, 2026

Inflation jumps 4.2%, spurred by war-induced surge in energy prices

Rising prices have begun to erode gains in real wages in recent years and weaken consumer purchasing power for all goods and services.

By Jim Tyson • June 11, 2026

Tariff refunds may soon cover more entries — but not without a fight

U.S. Customs and Border Protection could return funds by the end of July for finally liquidated entries, although it may depend on an appeal by the federal government.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 24, 2026

How Gong cha overhauled its supply chain for US growth

The bubble tea brand has standardized its supply chain playbook by moving to a direct franchising system, according to Alan Davis, director of supply chain for the Americas.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 9, 2026

Why Tommy John centralized its fulfillment operations

The brand’s shift from using multiple fulfillment partners to a single provider closed visibility gaps, its CFO told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 9, 2026

In 2025, 80% of amfori BSCI-audited factories fell short on working hours

Excessive overtime in supply chains is driving reputational and financial exposure. Here’s why.

June 8, 2026

Starbucks ditches AI inventory system after just 9 months

The coffee giant is ending its computer vision inventory counting system — which employees called “unreliable” — in favor of traditional stock-keeping methods, Reuters reported. 

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • June 4, 2026

AutoZone’s distribution strategy drives sales gains

The auto parts retailer has made headway on faster store fulfillment as it continues to expand its roster of mega hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • June 4, 2026

Trump admin appeals aspects of tariff refund order

The Department of Justice said the Court of International Trade lacks the authority to mandate refunds for all finally liquidated entries.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 3, 2026

US eyes new tariffs for China, EU, Mexico and more after labor probes

The potential levies of either 10% or 12.5% would apply to 60 trading partners, although the proposal listed several product exemptions.

By Max Garland • June 3, 2026

USTR floats 25% tariff on Brazil imports

The agency proposed the levy as a result of a Section 301 investigation launched last year, with a public hearing set for July 6.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 2, 2026

Advance Auto Parts nears finish line on distribution center consolidation strategy

The auto parts retailer also plans to open up to 15 market hubs this year as it aims to improve same-day hard parts coverage across its store network.

By Kelly Stroh • June 2, 2026

Hershey names Utz Brands executive supply chain chief

Mitchell Arends is scheduled to succeed retiring Chief Supply Chain Officer Jason Reiman on June 22.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 2, 2026

Trump further tweaks steel, aluminum, copper tariffs

A greater range of industrial and agricultural equipment made with the metals will temporarily face a reduced 15% levy starting June 8, per the White House.

By Phil Neuffer • June 2, 2026

Target launches $367M food distribution center in Colorado

The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

By Peyton Bigora • June 2, 2026

Novelis restarts Oswego hot mill months after fires

The supplier said it will work closely with customers to ramp up supply, after Ford and other automakers suffered losses from the hot mill outage.

By Nathan Owens • Updated June 10, 2026

Target touts improved inventory turns in Q1

The retailer aims to leverage artificial intelligence tools alongside its two new facilities to reduce volatility and in-stock issues.

By Kelly Stroh • May 26, 2026

CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 26, 2026

How do AI, software fit into warehouse robotics?

Investing in intelligent software systems is crucial for warehouse operators that employ robotics.

By S.L. Fuller • May 26, 2026

Supply chain resiliency increasingly trumps cost in perma-crisis era

As multiple “black swan” events have disrupted the flow of goods, more companies are moving away from historical just-in-time inventory management.

By Stephen Joyce • May 26, 2026

Automation doesn’t make supply chains fragile — poor integration does

Effectively employing technology across functions is the key to sustaining supply chain strength, according to Temitope Daniel Akanbi, senior manager at Procter & Gamble.

By Temitope Daniel Akanbi • May 26, 2026

Albertsons launches AI-powered produce inspection tool

The technology supports the grocer's quality inspectors in its distribution centers, Chief Supply Chain Officer Evan Rainwater said.

By Jeff Wells • May 22, 2026

J&J Snack Foods completes plant consolidation, turns to distribution

The frozen snack food manufacturer expects the network changes to save $15 million annually.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 22, 2026