Retail


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    Amazon to renovate Florida facility, prompting temporary closure

    The fulfillment center is expected to reopen in mid-to-late 2028, employing more than 1,000 people, an Amazon spokesperson told Supply Chain Dive.

    By April 21, 2026
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    Dollar General names VP of supply chain optimization

    In addition to appointing Matt Lucas to guide improvements in the retailer's supply chain network, Kyle Gorman was promoted to VP of distribution.

    By April 21, 2026
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    Supply Chain Technology Adoption

    Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Pandora upgrades WMS as part of supply chain tech overhaul

    The jeweler plans to implement Hardis Supply Chain’s cloud-based software at its North America distribution center this summer as part of a larger supply chain overhaul.

    By April 20, 2026
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    Amazon opens China distribution center for US-bound seller inventory

    The Shenzhen facility offers low-cost bulk storage near manufacturing origin before transit to the U.S., providing flexibility for merchants.

    By April 20, 2026
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    Rethinking supply chain strategy in uncertain times: How to build a more adaptable fulfillment network

    Adaptability is the new advantage in fulfillment strategy. Here’s how to build it.

    By Brian Mattingly, Sr. Vice President, Operations, Saddle Creek Logistics Services • April 20, 2026
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    Home Depot eyes same-day, next-day delivery site in New York

    The potential distribution center in Yaphank, which the retailer is seeking a tax break for, would be part of its wider supply chain investment strategy.

    By April 17, 2026
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    Home Depot acquires warehouse tech firm to boost fulfillment strategy

    The deal follows a distribution center pilot with Simpl Automation, which resulted in faster pick speeds and fewer product touches.

    By April 16, 2026
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    Sportsman’s Warehouse hones in on inventory timing

    The retailer said its spring season inventory is set to arrive later in a bid to boost product turnaround and productivity.

    By April 14, 2026
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    PVH expects improved tariff mitigation results in 2026

    The parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger plans to offset 60% of the financial impact of levies this year, doubling the percentage it achieved in 2025.

    By April 14, 2026
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    Target fuels next-day delivery expansion with Shipt

    The retailer will grow a direct-from-store shipping capability with its subsidiary as it chases lower costs, executives told Supply Chain Dive.

    By April 9, 2026
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    Amazon advances rural delivery push with new West Virginia facilities

    Small-scale fulfillment operations in Davisville and Beaver aim to help enable same-day services in nearby communities.

    By April 9, 2026
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    Walmart to close Illinois fulfillment center

    Operations at the Matteson facility will be relocated to other NextGen facilities in Walmart’s fulfillment network, impacting 111 employees.

    By April 7, 2026
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    Retailers rely on this tariff mitigation tactic. Congress has noticed.

    The First Sale valuation method has helped companies lower their tariff costs for decades, but renewed scrutiny claims it harms U.S. production.

    By Dani James • April 7, 2026
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    Postal Service, Amazon reach scaled-back delivery deal

    The agreement will result in a 20% reduction in Amazon volume delivered by USPS, Reuters reported, capping a bumpy negotiations process.

    By April 7, 2026
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    Ulta doubled store fulfillment capabilities in 2025

    The beauty retailer grew its ship-from-store program to 1,000 stores in fiscal year 2025, while its fulfillment center footprint remained flat compared to 2024.

    By Dani James • April 6, 2026
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    Pandora’s Canada distribution center to help bypass US tariffs

    Previously, online orders destined for Canada had to pass through U.S. customs.

    By April 6, 2026
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    Cyberattack hits Hasbro, impacting orders and shipping

    The major U.S. toymaker and entertainment company is still working to assess if company data was stolen in the attack.

    By David Jones • April 3, 2026
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    Williams-Sonoma isn’t planning for tariff refunds anytime soon

    The home goods retailer isn’t baking any potential returns for eliminated tariffs into its 2026 financial expectations, executives said on a recent earnings call.

    By April 2, 2026
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    Amazon to apply 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on fulfillment

    The increase, averaging 17 cents per unit for U.S. Fulfillment by Amazon services, comes as supply chains grapple with rising fuel costs tied to the Iran war.

    By April 2, 2026
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    Walmart to close Massachusetts fulfillment center

    Operations at the Worcester facility will be relocated to other locations, with employee layoffs slated to begin in May.

    By April 1, 2026
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    Fareway breaks ground on distribution center expansion

    The Midwestern grocery chain expects the 105,000-square-foot freezer building expansion to help it better serve its stores in addition to laying the foundation for future investments in automation.

    By Sam Silverstein • April 1, 2026
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    Kohl’s refines inventory management to improve allocation issues

    Softness in its fall seasonal business helped the retailer uncover operational opportunities pertaining to inventory depth and allocation.

    By March 31, 2026
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    Dollar Tree makes distribution, tech upgrades

    As part of its supply chain modernization efforts, the retailer is replacing its legacy systems with AI-powered platforms.

    By March 30, 2026
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    UNFI to shutter Wisconsin distribution center, cut 443 jobs

    The grocery wholesaler said the closure is related to an effort to transition service to a facility near Chicago, where it is adding automated capabilities.

    By Sam Silverstein • March 26, 2026
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    Dollar General slashes 1,500 SKUs, boosts in-stocks

    Further SKU reductions are on the horizon as the retailer prioritizes leaner inventories and a simpler supply chain.

    By March 25, 2026