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Ikea operator acquires AI logistics platform
Ingka Group’s investment arm has bought U.S.-based Locus to help improve delivery, something the home retailer previously outsourced.
By Dani James • Oct. 10, 2025 -
CFOs expect tariff-fueled price pressures to persist into 2026
On average, CFOs say price growth at their organizations would be roughly 25% lower in 2026 if not for the impact of tariffs, according to survey results.
By Alexei Alexis • Oct. 9, 2025 -
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.
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Calvin Klein parent company names chief supply chain officer
Patricia Gabriel will leave Capri Holdings, owner of Jimmy Choo and Versace, to lead global operations for PVH Corp.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 8, 2025 -
4 ways Walmart is scaling AI to unify its supply chain
“End to end, every segment of what we do is driven by some form of intelligence,” said Indira Uppuluri, SVP of supply chain technology.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 7, 2025 -
Power outages drive supply chain worries, report says
Some global executives are also rethinking network geographies, choosing facility locations based on energy reliability, a Prologis survey found.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • Oct. 7, 2025 -
Dollar Tree to open 1.25M-square-foot Arizona distribution center
Once operational in 2026, the facility will service stores across several states in the Southwest.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 7, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
Trump: Truck tariffs coming Nov. 1
The president is pushing back a previously planned implementation date for the 25% levies, per a Monday social media post.
By Philip Neuffer , David Taube • Oct. 6, 2025 -
Anheuser-Busch invests $7.4M to expand Michelob Ultra production
The beer giant is expanding its Los Angeles brewery as part of a company-wide initiative to upgrade U.S. manufacturing operations.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 6, 2025 -
Amazon plans next Indiana fulfillment center
The facility would join the e-commerce giant’s roster of 13 fulfillment and sortation centers in the state, including another site opened last month.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 7, 2025 -
Sponsored by Pattern
Navigating a new era of fulfillment
Two-thirds of surveyed sellers expect the end of FBA Prep Services to impact their business — what’s next?
By Rob Hahn • Oct. 6, 2025 -
What Amazon shippers should prioritize this peak season
Being mindful of deadlines, maintaining minimum inventory and providing accurate delivery windows is key to meeting holiday demand, experts said at Amazon Accelerate 2025.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 3, 2025 -
Hormel Foods further optimizes manufacturing footprint
The company reported the partial closure of a production facility as part of its Transform and Modernize initiative.
By Antone Gonsalves • Updated Oct. 3, 2025 -
Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2026
Next year’s trade shows will showcase resilience strategies, technology adoption and talent development as companies contend with tariff volatility and other challenges.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025 -
General Mills to close 3 Missouri plants as part of supply chain restructuring
The food giant plans to shutter two pet food facilities and a pizza crust plant as part of a multiyear initiative to streamline its business.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 2, 2025 -
Walmart invests $300M in North Carolina fulfillment center
The 1.2-million-square-foot facility will ship large and bulky items, such as patio furniture and lawnmowers.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025 -
‘Not a good sign.’ Weak demand continues amid tariff uncertainty: PMI
In addition to new orders contracting and backlog orders increasing, the government shutdown adds further concerns for the industry.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 1, 2025 -
Grocery Outlet names new supply chain leader
Scott Fremont started as chief supply chain officer for the grocery chain earlier this month following nearly 18 years with Target.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 30, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
US to begin furniture, wood import tariffs on Oct. 14
An executive order from President Donald Trump installs a 25% tariff on couch, sofa, chair and kitchen cabinet imports and a 10% duty on timber and lumber.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 30, 2025 -
Lilly to build $6.5B Houston factory for its first obesity pill
The pharmaceutical giant is also planning a $5 billion manufacturing site in Virginia, with two more U.S. facilities expected to be announced later this year.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 29, 2025 -
Yum Brands aims to unify supply chain under ‘one voice’
The KFC and Taco Bell franchisor is consolidating separate supply chains for its portfolio of restaurants to improve supplier relationships.
By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 29, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
Trump sets tariffs on pharmaceuticals, trucks, furniture
The new levies, ranging from 25% to 100%, will go into effect Oct. 1, the president said Thursday.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 25, 2025 -
3 ways retailers are maintaining inventory resilience amid tariff turmoil
Companies are leveraging AI and evaluating SKU mixes to meet holiday demand, according to industry experts.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 23, 2025 -
Lear taps Palantir software for manufacturing operations
The Tier 1 seat supplier will use the AI-powered platform for 5 years as it looks to accelerate industrial automation.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 23, 2025 -
Love’s expands supply agreement with Core-Mark
The partnership, which now encompasses all 664 Love's sites, aims to help enhance the c-store chain's operations and inventory management.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 22, 2025 -
Sponsored by Dexory
Retail’s data dilemma: why success starts with accuracy
Retailers using accurate data are those who can see clearly, act decisively and deliver seamlessly.
By Nick Mamouzellos • Sept. 22, 2025