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    How Mars, Meta, Patagonia and L’Oréal are tackling scope 3 emissions: GreenBiz26

    Prioritizing renewable energy and leveraging data are some of the ways the brands are cutting their carbon footprint.

    By Lamar Johnson • March 12, 2026
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    Best Buy counters memory shortage with inventory, vendor tweaks

    The electronics retailer is pursuing product configurations that minimize price pressures as the AI boom squeezes supply.

    By March 12, 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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    Costco to flow tariff refunds, ‘if and when’ received, back to customers

    The retailer, which sued the Trump administration over now-defunct tariffs, is well positioned to navigate a still uncertain refund process, CEO Ron Vachris said.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 10, 2026
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    Urban Outfitters builds out second phase of automation in Kansas facility

    The distribution center, which supports its Nuuly rental brand, will accelerate its digital business and deliver expected gains in delivery and logistics.

    By Updated March 10, 2026
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    Target readies next-day delivery for 20 more metros this spring

    The retailer expects to boost its supply chain spending this year as it rolls out more shipping options in California, Texas and other states.

    By March 5, 2026
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    NAPA expands use of warehouse robots

    Following a pilot project last year, the auto parts retailer plans to roll out 100 robots from Brightpick at a new facility.

    By March 3, 2026
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    Kroger taps inventory drones for cold chain distribution operations

    The system autonomously scans pallet locations across ambient and freezer zones, enabling weekly, facility-wide inventory visibility.

    By March 3, 2026
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    Why supply chain leaders should prioritize sustainability — right now

    Transform your supply chain with sustainability strategies that boost efficiency, reduce emissions and strengthen brand loyalty.

    By Ellen Shenette, Director of the Net Zero Action Accelerator, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) • March 2, 2026
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    ‘It’s not just all the big companies’: Warehouse robotics use expands

    As-a-service models and success stories from peers are pushing SMEs to invest in automation technology within their supply chains alongside giants like Walmart and Amazon.

    By S.L. Fuller • March 2, 2026
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    Home Depot launches real-time delivery tracking for large items

    Handheld devices used by drivers enabled the new feature for shipments of bulkier goods like appliances and lumber.

    By Feb. 27, 2026
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    Why sourcing shifts are easier said than done when battling tariffs

    Brooklinen COO Rachel Levy outlined supply chain complexities that emerge from using U.S.-grown cotton during a Manifest 2026 panel.

    By Feb. 27, 2026
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    Walgreens to close Texas distribution center in streamlining effort

    The Houston closure impacting 159 workers comes as the company looks to revamp its network and tap more into micro-fulfillment centers.

    By Feb. 24, 2026
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    REI, Arlon Graphics lean on agility, trusted partners in supply shocks

    Tight ties with finance and IT are also critical to riding out supply chain disruptions, company executives said.

    By Feb. 24, 2026
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    Walmart: Supply chain spending set to ‘peak’ next 2 years, CEO says

    The retail giant is continuing to automate regional distribution centers throughout the U.S. and starting to deploy technological improvements internationally.

    By Feb. 23, 2026
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    Amazon expands carbon credit offerings to help suppliers cut emissions

    The company will now offer lower-carbon fuel inset credits and super pollutant refrigerant destruction credits through its Sustainable Exchange resource hub.

    By Zoya Mirza • Feb. 20, 2026
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    4 fashion supply chain trends to watch in 2026

    As trade uncertainty continues to strain sourcing, companies will lean on cost-management strategies and AI-fueled efficiencies.

    By Feb. 19, 2026
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    Tech lifts supply chains of American Eagle, Dollar General

    Executives for the retailers touted inventory management and distribution benefits driven in part by AI during sessions at Manifest 2026.

    By Feb. 19, 2026
  • Nordstrom builds sourcing strategy, spend visibility with AI

    The retailer would benefit from an AI solution for sourcing agility and resiliency, Chief Procurement Officer Karoline Dygas said at Manifest 2026.

    By Feb. 18, 2026
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    Revlon appoints COO to run global supply chain

    Mario Rivera is tasked with driving an end-to-end supply chain transformation for the cosmetics maker after stints at CVS Health and Target.

    By Feb. 17, 2026
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    AI fueled massive surge in fraud losses last year, study finds

    AI fraud has now outpaced traditional fraud, signaling a major shift in the threat landscape, according to the research.

    By Alexei Alexis • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Amazon Air broadens air cargo reach to North Florida

    The company will begin air cargo storage and processing operations at a more than 50,000-square-foot facility at Jacksonville International Airport later this year.

    By Feb. 12, 2026
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    Levi’s warehouse network transition hits snag

    The clothing maker said a shift away from an owned distribution center to a third-party run facility has taken longer than expected.

    By Feb. 12, 2026
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    Target cuts 500 roles, primarily in supply chain

    The mass retailer, which eliminated about 1,000 corporate positions last year, is aiming to standardize its supply chain’s field operating model. 

    By Dani James • Feb. 10, 2026
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    H-E-B buys land for supply chain facilities in North Texas

    The grocer purchased more than 600 acres to support distribution in an area where it is rapidly opening stores.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 9, 2026
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    AI’s influence on shoppers ups importance of inventory positioning

    Consumers’ desire for speed and convenience in online shopping lends an edge to regional distribution models, experts said.

    By Feb. 6, 2026