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TJX CEO: Distribution model will help weather El Niño
The off-price retailer’s supply chain strategy allows it to hold inventory instead of going straight to stores, according to a Q2 earnings call.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 18, 2026 -
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3 tips from Chewy’s COO on gaining a last-mile delivery edge
Personalization and close carrier collaboration can help shippers win in a space where Amazon and Walmart loom large, Scott Anderson told Supply Chain Dive.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2026 -
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Warehouse automation
Robotics and AI are two of the many tools warehouse operators are using to improve productivity.
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Target: Supplier energy transitions key for Scope 3 reductions
The retailer said efforts such as its Forward Renew program in partnership with Schneider Electric are the most impactful for reducing its upstream carbon footprint.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 18, 2026 -
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UNFI consolidates Midwest facilities to leverage automation
The grocery wholesaler's latest move to shrink its network comes alongside the implementation of lean daily management at 44 distribution centers.
By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 17, 2026 -
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Macy’s rolls out AI inventory replenishment tool
The forecasting capability is moving from pilot to broader implementation as the retailer targets improved in-stock levels and operational efficiencies.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 16, 2026 -
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Burlington advances on-site solar strategy across distribution network
The off-price retailer is planning installations at upcoming facilities in Arizona and California, as well as an existing warehouse in Georgia.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 15, 2026 -
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Shein opens automated distribution center in Indiana
The 737,000-square-foot facility, slated to begin operations this month, features a goods-to-person fulfillment system to boost efficiency and employee safety.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 14, 2026 -
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Lands’ End continues backlog recovery from WMS hiccup
The rollout impacted some shipments in Q2, but the company expects benefits from the technology in the long term.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 11, 2026 -
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Deep DiveFeces in the food supply: What’s next after summer of Cyclospora
The parasite is hard to trace and harder to kill. With recent cuts to food safety regulators, restaurants and food manufacturers will be hard pressed to keep their supply chains clean.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Tractor Supply’s Petsense selects Instacart for same-day delivery
The pet supply company's exclusive arrangement builds upon Tractor Supply and Instacart's existing relationship.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Sportsman’s Warehouse says SKU cuts, inventory timing tweaks pay off
“Our core in-stocks are significantly improved, and our category level inventory is the healthiest it has been in many years,” CEO Paul Stone said.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly pursues more fulfillment center automation
The rental subscription service aims to launch an automated order sortation system and picking solution at its Kansas City-area facility.
By Max Garland • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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What off-price retailers are saying about tariff refunds
TJX said its $331 million reimbursement was partially offset by supply chain investments, while Burlington's $55 million return will be used to boost customer value.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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Shoppers’ e-commerce packaging priorities shift in 2026: Ryder
Consumers reported a preference for boxes over mailer bags, but reasons have changed, the logistics company found in a survey.
By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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The perfect mix: How convenience stores can balance human ideas and AI in SKU planning
The right technology can spot sales patterns and flag gaps, but supply chain leaders still need to make the final call about adding and cutting items, one expert said.
By Michael Brady • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Gap, Kohl’s among retailers adding DoorDash delivery option
With the new partnerships, DoorDash said it now has more than half a million products eligible for sub-hour delivery.
By Max Garland • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Bath & Body Works rethinks promotional inventory purchases
CEO Daniel Heaf said a reduction in distressed inventory came from “buying our seasonal business correctly.”
By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Cotopaxi repays workers at Taiwan mills for predatory recruitment fees
The outdoor apparel and accessories brand has been working to remediate unethical recruitment practices initially identified at two fabric mills in the country in 2024.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 1, 2026 -
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Boscov’s revamps e-commerce fulfillment operations
The department store retailer is leveraging Manhattan Associates’ ActiveOrder platform to unify inventory management data and processes.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 1, 2026 -
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Starbucks hires Nike veteran to lead supply chain operations
Andrew Corner, who has held supply chain roles at Nike and Burberry, was named SVP of supply chain operations at the coffeehouse, effective Aug. 24.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 1, 2026 -
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Dollar General deploys AI across distribution centers, stores
The retailer is using Relex Solutions’ supply chain platform to manage ordering schedules, lead times, supplier coordination and fulfillment methods.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 31, 2026 -
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Heritage Grocers appoints logistics executive
As chief logistics officer, Adrian Castañeda will lead transportation, distribution and supply chain operations for the Hispanic and ethnic food retailer.
By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 31, 2026 -
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Williams-Sonoma to spread tariff refunds to vendors, employees
The kitchenware retailer is funneling $10 million toward the retirement accounts of workers who helped it navigate tariffs while also reimbursing vendors for discounts.
By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 31, 2026 -
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Walmart to build $1.3B fulfillment center in Georgia
The 1.5-million-square-foot automated facility is slated to break ground later this year.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 28, 2026 -
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Advance Auto Parts rebids carrier contracts, expects to save tens of millions
The retailer’s focus on transportation efficiency is part of a larger goal to optimize its supply chain through shipment accuracy and distribution center processes.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 26, 2026
