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

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

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 Carranza • 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 Carranza • 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

Lowe’s pilots faster delivery at fulfillment center, select stores

The retailer is looking to bring products straight to home improvement professionals' jobsites.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 23, 2022

Kohl’s pursues ‘aggressive’ inventory cleanup

The retailer is canceling orders and leaning on promotions as it faces sluggish demand.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 23, 2022

Deere takes ‘multipronged approach’ to secure supply, tackle backlog

Supply issues and a strike left the farm equipment manufacturer with an abundance of partially completed machines.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 23, 2022

Gap opens Texas distribution center ahead of peak season

The facility will help the retailer process an additional 1 million units per day over the holidays.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 22, 2022

Walmart touts faster inventory management thanks to augmented reality

The company has rolled out VizPick technology to 4,500 stores.

By Roberto Torres • Aug. 22, 2022

Target earnings take a hit on inventory woes

The retailer's CEO stood by its strategy to markdown items and cancel orders after sluggish demand.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 19, 2022

Oatly prioritizes US production as Europe’s interest in plant-based milk plateaus

The alternative dairy producer is expanding its New Jersey facility to meet growth targets.

By Megan Ruggles • Aug. 18, 2022

Inflation Reduction Act encourages EV battery sourcing, production in North America

The law creates incentives that could require major shifts in critical mineral supply chains for U.S. automakers.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 17, 2022

PepsiCo to build its largest US beverage plant in Colorado

The facility, which will create 250 jobs, is expected to open next summer and make drinks including Gatorade, bubly, Rockstar and its namesake soda.

By Christopher Doering • Aug. 17, 2022

Hanes plans more SKU cuts to lower bloated inventory levels

The clothing brand's stock piled up after a May cyberattack left it unable to fulfill orders for weeks.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 16, 2022