Wayfair to shutter Kentucky plant as part of logistics network revamp

The closure will impact more than 200 employees who will be laid off in phases, starting Jan. 1.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 20, 2025

Costco leans on SKU flexibility, buyer experience for tariff strategy

The retailer has also opted to shift production origins and consolidate buying to lower the cost of goods.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 20, 2025

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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

Lovesac sees ‘strong progress’ from 4-step tariff plan

The furniture retailer’s strategy includes price hikes, supplier negotiations and diversifying its sourcing footprint beyond China.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 16, 2025

How a cookware company is using Amazon’s supply chain services

Avacraft is simplifying inventory management and documentation processes with support from the e-commerce giant’s offerings, CEO Asha Kangralkar said.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 14, 2025

Ikea operator acquires AI logistics platform

Ingka Group’s investment arm has bought U.S.-based Locus to help improve delivery, something the home retailer previously outsourced.

By Dani James • Oct. 10, 2025

Calvin Klein parent company names chief supply chain officer

Patricia Gabriel will leave Capri Holdings, owner of Jimmy Choo and Versace, to lead global operations for PVH Corp.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 8, 2025

Tariffs aren’t swaying fashion brands toward domestic sourcing

Ongoing U.S. trade policy uncertainty and the need for significant production investments present industry hurdles, per a 2025 fashion benchmarking study.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 8, 2025

Kroger to use DoorDash’s DashMart service for delivery

Building on a nationwide partnership announced last week, the grocer will rely on the service’s sites to fulfill groceries and household goods.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 8, 2025

4 ways Walmart is scaling AI to unify its supply chain

“End to end, every segment of what we do is driven by some form of intelligence,” said Indira Uppuluri, SVP of supply chain technology. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 7, 2025

Dollar Tree to open 1.25M-square-foot Arizona distribution center

Once operational in 2026, the facility will service stores across several states in the Southwest.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 7, 2025

American Eagle eyes 60% cut in tariff costs from mitigation measures

By early 2026, the retailer plans to slash duty costs from $180 million to $70 million through higher prices and transportation optimization.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 6, 2025

Amazon plans next Indiana fulfillment center

The facility would join the e-commerce giant’s roster of 13 fulfillment and sortation centers in the state, including another site opened last month.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 7, 2025

What Amazon shippers should prioritize this peak season

Being mindful of deadlines, maintaining minimum inventory and providing accurate delivery windows is key to meeting holiday demand, experts said at Amazon Accelerate 2025.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 3, 2025

Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2026

Next year’s trade shows will showcase resilience strategies, technology adoption and talent development as companies contend with tariff volatility and other challenges. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025

Walmart invests $300M in North Carolina fulfillment center

The 1.2-million-square-foot facility will ship large and bulky items, such as patio furniture and lawnmowers.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025

Poshmark taps USPS Ground Advantage for lower shipping rates

The fashion resale marketplace, which previously used Priority Mail, said delivery fees are the lowest they've been since 2017 due to the shift.

By Max Garland • Oct. 1, 2025

Grocery Outlet names new supply chain leader

Scott Fremont started as chief supply chain officer for the grocery chain earlier this month following nearly 18 years with Target.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 30, 2025

US to begin furniture, wood import tariffs on Oct. 14

An executive order from President Donald Trump installs a 25% tariff on couch, sofa, chair and kitchen cabinet imports and a 10% duty on timber and lumber.

By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 30, 2025

Why this kids subscription box service shifted to Amazon Shipping

The e-commerce giant’s offering is helping KiwiCo improve delivery speed while reducing costs, the toy company's VP of Operations Rick Zumpano said.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 29, 2025

BarkBox owner switches to Amazon for shipping

Bark made the jump to mitigate rising delivery costs and speed up transit times, per Chief Supply Chain Officer James O'Leary.

By Max Garland • Sept. 29, 2025

How SMEs are building resilient supply chains in turbulent times

SMEs are rewriting the global trade playbook, discover how they’re scaling with digital tools.

Sept. 29, 2025

3 ways retailers are maintaining inventory resilience amid tariff turmoil

Companies are leveraging AI and evaluating SKU mixes to meet holiday demand, according to industry experts.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 23, 2025

De minimis elimination strains Lululemon’s fulfillment model

The retailer expects a $240 million gross profit hit this year stemming from tariffs and the end of the duty exemption.

By Max Garland • Sept. 23, 2025

ITS Logistics leverages flexible transportation model for retail hubs

Owned assets, drop trailer pools and vetted partner carriers are some of the options ITS will use to move inbound and outbound freight.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 22, 2025

Love’s expands supply agreement with Core-Mark

The partnership, which now encompasses all 664 Love's sites, aims to help enhance the c-store chain's operations and inventory management.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 22, 2025