Kroger cancels plans for additional automated fulfillment center

The cancellation — along with the closure of a spoke facility in Tennessee — continues the grocer’s pullback of its e-commerce network.

By Sam Silverstein • Dec. 10, 2025

Amazon targets carbon emission cuts at grocery fulfillment centers

The e-commerce giant recorded a 15% reduction at three sites in a pilot of Trane Technologies’ BrainBox AI tool, which will be deployed nationally.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 9, 2025

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Trump threatens 5% tariff on Mexico goods

The U.S. president said he would install the levies due to Mexico’s non-compliance with a treaty governing water flow between the countries.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 9, 2025

Gap’s supply chain productivity gains fuel holiday confidence

Technology upgrades in fulfillment centers and more rigorous inventory management have the company feeling strong amid the year-end retail rush.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 8, 2025

Mango taps AI for sourcing quality, compliance

Using Inspectorio’s software, the retailer can digitize and standardize lab-testing analytics to drive supply chain improvements.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2025

Nike expands chief supply chain officer’s role

Venkatesh Alagirisamy will now also oversee the technology division as the sneaker giant’s chief operating officer, a newly established position.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 8, 2025

Bath & Body Works pursues SKU simplification

The personal care and home fragrance company will exit less successful or unproductive categories, like men's grooming and hair, starting next spring.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 4, 2025

How Tyson is tackling tight beef, pork supplies

The food manufacturer has leaned on value-added products and operational efficiencies to offset supply challenges.

By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 4, 2025

Stanley Black & Decker names global chief supply chain officer

Agustin Lopez Diaz will assume the role on Dec. 15 as the toolmaker continues to employ efforts to mitigate the impact of tariffs.

By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 3, 2025

Chick-fil-A to open Florida distribution center

The 244,000-square-foot facility is expected to be operational in 2027, serving 170 restaurants.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 2, 2025

​​​​​​​Amazon upgrades tools for seller returns

The e-commerce giant introduced another way for sellers to determine "keep it" returns eligibility and launched a dashboard with returns insights.

By Max Garland • Dec. 2, 2025

US robotics maker urges manufacturing reforms, citing cost concerns

Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard said at a recent congressional hearing that inexpensive robots from China will flood the U.S. market unless action is taken.

By Nathan Owens • Dec. 2, 2025

US removes UK pharma tariffs

The proposed exemption, part of a framework deal between the two countries, also covers pharmaceutical ingredients and medical technology.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 1, 2025

Tariffs remain heart of uncertainty: PMI

The levies have led sectors such as transportation equipment to offshore operations rather than expand in the U.S., said Susan Spence, chair of the ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 1, 2025

Lowe’s advances inventory optimization efforts

The retailer is on pace to cut 15% of its SKUs by the end of 2025 while upgrading demand planning, allocation and replenishment.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 25, 2025

Front-line workers are more difficult to find, train and retain, study says

Employers’ previous assumptions about how easily essential workers can be hired or replaced have become increasingly unreliable, according to a Josh Bersin report.

By Laurel Kalser • Nov. 25, 2025

How a patch maker for Levi’s, New Era is combating tariff challenges

Florida-based World Emblem is boosting U.S. capacity and building a plant in the Dominican Republic to counter duty uncertainty. 

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 25, 2025

Kroger acknowledges that its bet on robotics went too far

The retailer’s move to close three automated fulfillment centers reflects changes in grocery e-commerce since launching its partnership with Ocado.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 24, 2025

US exempts coffee, other agricultural products from Brazil tariffs

Imports from the country have faced a combined hefty burden since early August, including the Trump administration’s global reciprocal tariffs and a separate 40% levy.

By Phil Neuffer • Nov. 21, 2025

Walmart grows automation usage throughout supply chain

More than half of the retailer's e-commerce fulfillment center volume now moves through automated systems, lowering shipping costs, per its Q3 results.

By Max Garland • Nov. 20, 2025

Home Depot benefits from fast delivery and well-stocked shelves

Investments in computer vision technology and the associate-facing Sidekick app are improving the retailer's in-stock rates.

By Bryan Wassel • Nov. 20, 2025

Fanatics to close Florida distribution center, lay off nearly 300

The facility is unable to support the scale and technology required for the sporting apparel company’s long-term goals, a spokesperson said.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 20, 2025

Kroger closing 3 automated fulfillment centers

The warehouses are set to close in January as the grocery retailer leans into in-store fulfillment to boost e-commerce profitability.

By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 19, 2025

Clorox recovers from ERP-fueled inventory increase

The brand manufacturer aimed to get ahead of potential problems by adding 1.5 weeks of inventory at retailers, which normally hold four weeks’ worth of goods.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 19, 2025

PepsiCo tests combined snack, beverage warehousing to cut costs

The company is using a unified distribution model in Texas, which could eventually expand nationwide.

By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 18, 2025