NRF acquires Reverse Logistics Association

The acquisition will help the industry group to collaborate and develop resources in the return and reverse logistics industry.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 13, 2023

TrusTrace develops garment tracking system in advance of EU regulations

The traceability platform's digital product tags aim to boost textile transparency and sustainability.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Drug Supply Chain Security Act enforcement delayed until 2024

The extension aims to help healthcare supply chain partners develop and refine their systems for electronic data sharing.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 12, 2023

Dollar General braces for $95M profit hit as it clears inventory

While it works to reduce stock levels, the discounter is also investing in new planning tools to help manage flows at stores and distribution centers.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 11, 2023

FDA issues warning letters to 3 baby formula makers

Perrigo, ByHeart and Mead Johnson received letters as part of the agency's ongoing review of formula manufacturing after years of constrained supply and recalls.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 11, 2023

Yamaha deploys project44 solutions for improved ocean and port visibility

The musical and audio equipment maker said pandemic supply chain disruptions spurred it to rethink its logistics management approach.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 11, 2023

Walmart scaling fulfillment services for third-party sellers

At its first seller summit, the retailer also announced plans to open Walmart Marketplace to businesses in Chile.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 11, 2023

Peak season 2023 is changing the way we solve workforce challenges

Hiring is fading out of focus for supply chain executives this year as upskilling, automation and retention become the new workforce story.

Sept. 11, 2023

Americans are burnt out at work and employers must step in

The majority of U.S. workers suffer from burnout, but companies can offer solutions like flexibility and bonuses.   

Sept. 11, 2023

Target offers more details on its delivery strategy

The retailer opened its 10th sortation center and is testing larger vehicles for delivery.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 8, 2023

Dollar General automates South Carolina distribution center

The technology will enable the retailer to process thousands of additional SKUs from its warehouse and improve storage.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2023

Hormel lowers outlook amid challenging pork and turkey backdrop

Weak prices offset sales volume growth in the third quarter as the food processor struggled with supply chain issues that resulted in a hefty arbitration payment.

By Nathan Owens • Sept. 7, 2023

Crate and Barrel to ramp up supply chain investment

The retailer's “Bring it Home” plan seeks to improve inventory optimization, demand forecasting and delivery speeds.

By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2023

With supply chain ‘in a good place,’ Abercrombie & Fitch cuts inventory by 30%

The apparel company is running leaner stocks with freight costs down, receipts speeding up and open capacity in factories.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 6, 2023

Dollar General names new supply chain lead

Former SVP of distribution Rod West will lead the discount retailer’s distribution center operations and private fleet, as well as the company’s supply chain modernization.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 5, 2023

DOL proposes $55K overtime threshold

An estimated 3.6 million U.S. workers would become eligible for overtime pay under the proposed rule, the agency said.

By Ryan Golden • Sept. 5, 2023

Adore Me taps Ever Dye to source sustainable dyes

The startup has developed a low-energy, biobased pigment dyeing process.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 31, 2023

Best Buy suppliers are picking up the tab on promotions

With electronics demand sluggish, vendors are funding price discounts more often to generate sales through the retailer.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 31, 2023

Inside Hershey’s $1B push to boost its supply chain capacity

The multi-year undertaking will allow the candy maker to balance existing capacity with future flexibility, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 31, 2023

Sheetz to build $145M distribution center in Ohio

The food preparation and distribution facility is slated to open in 2026, the company said.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 31, 2023

Spirit AeroSystems production snags cause Boeing aircraft delivery delays

The aircraft supplier is changing its processes after discovering a problem with improperly fitted fastener holes on some 737 Max models.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 30, 2023

Kohl’s cuts inventory by 14% as it prioritizes discipline

The retailer’s aggressive, ahead-of-schedule inventory reductions represented significant progress toward those goals.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 29, 2023

Dollar Tree eyes distribution efficiency with temperature controls

The technology is expected to reduce cross-stocking expenses and increase flexibility, the retailer’s CEO said.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 29, 2023

Giant Food to close 3 e-commerce facilities

The grocery chain will shutter centers in Maryland, Virginia and Delaware as it shifts to a localized fulfillment model.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 29, 2023

Guess aims to shrink inventories by 10% this year

The apparel brand is cutting stock levels as its supply chain speeds up, and as new planning and allocating systems come online.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2023