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

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

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

Joann eyes $60M in product cost savings as suppliers offer concessions

The craft retailer thinks it can cut $200 million in business costs, the bulk of which comes from its supply chain as inflation eases.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 7, 2023

Crate and Barrel to ramp up supply chain investment

The retailer's “Bring it Home” plan seeks to improve inventory optimization, demand forecasting and delivery speeds.

By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2023

Ulta Beauty nearly triples ship-from-store locations

The fulfillment method offers faster and more cost-effective deliveries to customers, CEO Dave Kimbell said.

By Max Garland • Sept. 5, 2023

Best Buy suppliers are picking up the tab on promotions

With electronics demand sluggish, vendors are funding price discounts more often to generate sales through the retailer.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 31, 2023

Burlington drives down freight costs in Q2

The retailer renegotiated freight contracts and leveraged lower fuel rates to cut transportation costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 31, 2023

Kohl’s cuts inventory by 14% as it prioritizes discipline

The retailer’s aggressive, ahead-of-schedule inventory reductions represented significant progress toward those goals.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 29, 2023

Macy’s renegotiates carrier contracts for lower delivery costs

The department store retailer uses UPS and the U.S. Postal Service but did not specify which deals were adjusted.

By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023

Dollar Tree eyes distribution efficiency with temperature controls

The technology is expected to reduce cross-stocking expenses and increase flexibility, the retailer’s CEO said.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 29, 2023

Giant Food to close 3 e-commerce facilities

The grocery chain will shutter centers in Maryland, Virginia and Delaware as it shifts to a localized fulfillment model.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 29, 2023

Guess aims to shrink inventories by 10% this year

The apparel brand is cutting stock levels as its supply chain speeds up, and as new planning and allocating systems come online.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2023

Walmart, Alphabet’s Wing team up for drone delivery in Texas

Two stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area will offer the service for customers within a 6-mile radius by the end of the year.

By Max Garland • Aug. 24, 2023

Under Armour inventory up 38% as stock struggles roll on

The footwear and apparel brand is searching for a new chief supply chain officer as it tries to reposition its brand and keep inventories from piling up.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 22, 2023

Macy’s inventory churn holds steady in Q2

The retailer has focused on merchandise management as it works to maintain margins amid reduced consumer spending.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 22, 2023