Burlington bets on ocean contracts to combat elevated freight costs

The retailer is also increasing the amount of product packed and loaded for inbound and outbound shipments, Chief Supply Chain Officer Greg Shultz told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 10, 2026

Tractor Supply taps AI to help scale last-mile delivery network

The retailer has used the technology to help managers build delivery routes, and more AI-driven improvements are in the works.

By Max Garland • June 10, 2026

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

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How Gong cha overhauled its supply chain for US growth

The bubble tea brand has standardized its supply chain playbook by moving to a direct franchising system, according to Alan Davis, director of supply chain for the Americas.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 9, 2026

Why Tommy John centralized its fulfillment operations

The brand’s shift from using multiple fulfillment partners to a single provider closed visibility gaps, its CFO told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 9, 2026

Walmart, Wing add 7 markets to drone delivery expansion plan

The companies aim to start operations in Philadelphia, Phoenix and other metros by 2027 as the retailer advances its fast delivery push.

By Max Garland • June 9, 2026

Why Nespresso diversified its delivery provider mix

The espresso and coffee company is tapping carriers like Jitsu in a bid to boost the end customer experience.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2026

Dollar General’s fast delivery offering helps lift sales

About half of the retailer's sub-hour orders were delivered in under 30 minutes in Q1, CEO Todd Vasos said.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2026

Delivery reliability trumps speed, Macy’s and Ulta execs say

Maintaining on-time delivery promises will keep shoppers coming back, but fast shipping still has a role to play, retail leaders said at Home Delivery World 2026.

By Max Garland • June 5, 2026

3 logistics upgrades benefiting Wayfair

Leaders from the retailer detailed multiple initiatives at Home Delivery World 2026, from consolidating deliveries to automating driver calls to customers.

By Max Garland • June 4, 2026

Starbucks ditches AI inventory system after just 9 months

The coffee giant is ending its computer vision inventory counting system — which employees called “unreliable” — in favor of traditional stock-keeping methods, Reuters reported. 

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • June 4, 2026

Amazon wants sellers to be more precise with handling times

A new requirement aims to push sellers to offer more accurate delivery dates on self-fulfilled SKUs, which the company said can boost sales.

By Max Garland • June 4, 2026

AutoZone’s distribution strategy drives sales gains

The auto parts retailer has made headway on faster store fulfillment as it continues to expand its roster of mega hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • June 4, 2026

Advance Auto Parts nears finish line on distribution center consolidation strategy

The auto parts retailer also plans to open up to 15 market hubs this year as it aims to improve same-day hard parts coverage across its store network.

By Kelly Stroh • June 2, 2026

Target launches $367M food distribution center in Colorado

The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

By Peyton Bigora • June 2, 2026

Ulta Beauty taps Uber Eats for delivery

The beauty retailer has also partnered with Instacart and DoorDash as the fast delivery market grows.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 1, 2026

E.l.f expects $58.5M in tariff refunds to fuel price cuts

In its last fiscal year, the beauty brand grappled with a roughly 55% tariff rate, which drove the need for price adjustments.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 28, 2026

Walmart: Store-fulfilled deliveries getting faster

More than 36% of deliveries from stores arrived in three hours or less in Q1, with quicker speeds fueling customer engagement, EVP and CFO John David Rainey said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2026

Walmart ties expected tariff refunds to price strategy amid cost pressures

CFO John David Rainey said potential recoveries would be directed toward lowering prices as fuel costs pressure consumers.

By Alexei Alexis • May 28, 2026

Target touts improved inventory turns in Q1

The retailer aims to leverage artificial intelligence tools alongside its two new facilities to reduce volatility and in-stock issues.

By Kelly Stroh • May 26, 2026

CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 26, 2026

Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak

The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 26, 2026

Walmart rolling out simplified inbound logistics for suppliers

The retailer's Prepaid Consolidation Program enables suppliers to send products to one location, rather than managing shipments to multiple distribution centers.

By Max Garland • May 26, 2026

What Mattress Firm gained from contactless delivery

The shipping option has added customer flexibility and freed up drivers’ time despite early hurdles, executives said at Home Delivery World 2026.

By Max Garland • May 22, 2026

Havertys Furniture battles rising fuel costs across supply chain

The retailer is facing elevated vendor input costs and higher delivery fleet expenses as Iran war ripple effects challenge the furniture industry.

By Max Garland • May 20, 2026

Under Armour reaches 25% SKU reduction goal

The retailer has made efforts to trim its product mix over the last two years as part of a more disciplined inventory management strategy.

By Kelly Stroh • May 20, 2026