Stitch Fix to close Dallas distribution center

The apparel e-retailer will lay off more than 500 employees as it focuses on its facilities in Atlanta, Phoenix and Indianapolis.

By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 10, 2023

Walmart GoLocal lands Shipt executive Rina Hurst as its new VP

The former chief business officer for the Target-owned company will focus on scaling and expanding the retail giant's delivery service platform.

By Max Garland • Oct. 9, 2023

Nike kicks the inventory doldrums with levels down 10%

The sportswear giant has come a long way from a year ago, when stock levels were surging with retailers and consumers pulling back on purchasing.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 9, 2023

Freight turnaround might take until 2025: analysts

Higher interest rates and tepid spending are dragging down the long-term forecast, speakers said at the Journal of Commerce Inland Distribution Conference.

By Larry Avila • Oct. 2, 2023

How to navigate carrier-shipper relationships during peak season

Sharing demand and capacity forecasts will help provide strong holiday delivery service, Supply Chain Dive panelists said.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2023

How shippers can reduce their exposure to potential peak surcharges

Conversations on pricing and discounts will help establish a reasonable cost basis for transportation, experts said during a Supply Chain Dive panel.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2023

The ambitious regulations cleaning up fashion’s supply chain

From pollution to human rights violations, new European laws are holding global fashion brands accountable for collateral damage.

By Lauren Schenkman • Sept. 28, 2023

MycoWorks begins production of mushroom biofiber at new South Carolina facility

The factory could produce millions of square feet of the firm’s leather alternative material each year.

By Lara Ewen • Sept. 25, 2023

How concentrated volumes are driving parcel carrier reliability this holiday season

Consolidated fulfillment facilities and data analysis can help carriers prepare for peak period, Supply Chain Dive panelists said.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 22, 2023

Kroger makes local sourcing pledge tied to Albertsons merger

The grocery giant said it will increase local sourcing by 10% once the proposed mega-merger closes.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 22, 2023

Furniture-maker Noble House falls into bankruptcy, owes overseas suppliers millions

The company, which sells to some of the largest U.S. retailers, suffered from rising costs and disruptions in its supply chain. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 21, 2023

Walmart wants employees to make more last-mile deliveries

The number of deliveries currently made by company associates is small compared to what's handled by independent contractors.

By Max Garland • Sept. 20, 2023

Dollar General to grow private fleet to 2,000 trucks by year’s end

The discount retailer’s private fleet now handles nearly half of its outbound transportation needs.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 18, 2023

RH expects no interruption after supplier bankruptcy

The home goods retailer’s CEO said the company doesn’t see any broader supply risks from potential distress among producers in the industry.  

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 14, 2023

PVH ups inventory reduction goal as supply chain pressures ease

The owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger is targeting a 25% cut by the end of 2024.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 14, 2023

RFID on packaging gains traction amid food safety and waste concerns

A tracking system traditionally used for nonperishable items could become more common on certain types of packaging ahead of future traceability requirements from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

By Leslie Nemo • Sept. 14, 2023

G-III slashes inventory by 23% but is ‘not giving it away’

After last year’s glut, the apparel company has cleared out stock and reined in purchases to free up cash, cut costs and reduce debt.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 13, 2023

$1.7B in shipments detained by US under forced labor law: report

Many of the products targeted during the first year of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act were electronics, apparel, footwear and textiles.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023

NRF acquires Reverse Logistics Association

The acquisition will help the industry group to collaborate and develop resources in the return and reverse logistics industry.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 13, 2023

TrusTrace develops garment tracking system in advance of EU regulations

The traceability platform's digital product tags aim to boost textile transparency and sustainability.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023

Estée Lauder hires new procurement chief

The cosmetics giant tapped Quentin Roach to oversee its strategic supplier relationships and help drive innovation with its partners.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 12, 2023

Investors call for Nike to pay $2.2M in owed wages to supply chain workers

Ahead of the sportswear giant’s annual meeting this week, investors are asking the company to avoid similar cases in the future.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 12, 2023

Dollar General braces for $95M profit hit as it clears inventory

While it works to reduce stock levels, the discounter is also investing in new planning tools to help manage flows at stores and distribution centers.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 11, 2023

Walmart scaling fulfillment services for third-party sellers

At its first seller summit, the retailer also announced plans to open Walmart Marketplace to businesses in Chile.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 11, 2023

Target offers more details on its delivery strategy

The retailer opened its 10th sortation center and is testing larger vehicles for delivery.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 8, 2023