Tractor Supply opens its largest distribution center

The Ohio center is the first of three planned as part of the retailer's effort to enhance supply chain efficiency.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 24, 2023

Walmart launches dedicated e-commerce site for businesses

Purchases made through Walmart Business will be available for in-store or curbside pickup, delivery or shipping.

By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 24, 2023

Bottleneck at LA distribution center eats away at Dr. Martens earnings

The footwear retailer found itself overwhelmed with inventory after orders arrived earlier than anticipated.

By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2023

How Party City suppliers ‘reached their limits’ as it slipped toward bankruptcy

Tightened terms with suppliers after it fell behind on payments helped tip the retailer into Chapter 11. Now it needs its vendor base more than ever.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 20, 2023

Party City gets green light to start paying ‘critical’ suppliers in bankruptcy

The party goods retailer expects to pay $74 million to its most important vendors over the course of the Chapter 11 process.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 19, 2023

Walmart to offer fulfillment tech, delivery services through Salesforce

The partnership is positioned to drive more volume to Walmart GoLocal as it pursues growth in the competitive same-day delivery sector.

By Max Garland • Jan. 12, 2023

Amazon expands ‘Buy with Prime’ to all US merchants

The e-commerce giant is offering sellers outside its own marketplace perks including storage, packing, delivery and returns.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond’s sales and inventory crash as suppliers tighten terms

The struggling retailer’s in-stock position fell by 70% in the third quarter amid accelerated payment requirements and other financial constraints.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2023

Walgreens expands use of automated pharmacy fulfillment centers

The addition moves the chain closer to its goal of building 22 facilities, helping to eliminate repetitive tasks for pharmacists.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 10, 2023

Hydro Flask owner sees reduced orders amid inventory glut

 Helen of Troy, which also owns Drybar and Vicks, said it would cut its global workforce by 10%.

By Dani James • Jan. 6, 2023

Walmart made over 6,000 drone deliveries in 2022

While the retailer seeks to eventually deliver 1 million packages by drone annually, an executive said it's encouraged by the initial response.

By Max Garland • Jan. 6, 2023

DoorDash launches package pickup service

The service's rollout comes in the midst of the busy post-holiday returns season.

By Max Garland • Jan. 6, 2023

Joann’s $200M cost reduction plan relies on falling ocean rates

The craft retailer has endured tens of millions of dollars in excess freight expenses throughout the pandemic.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 4, 2023

American Eagle’s logistics arm accelerates fulfillment center openings with JLL partnership

Quiet Platforms says the partnership will expand shipper access to same-day and next-day service.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 4, 2023

Retailers clear inventory, automate in pursuit of supply chain normalcy

Ongoing promotional environments and cargo diversions are just a few of 2022’s most notable supply chain trends.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 29, 2022

Walmart drone delivery service launches in Arizona, Florida and Texas

The offering with DroneUp is part of a wider plan to offer the same-day option in six states by the end of this year.

By Max Garland • Dec. 16, 2022

Costco slows chartered ship use as supply chain congestion eases

The retailer took a $93 million charge so it could downsize its shipping activities after controlling delivery on 50,000 containers during the ocean crunch.

By Ben Unglesbee , Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 14, 2022

Chewy leverages automated fulfillment to lower shipping costs

Automated facilities have lowered expenses by as much as 20% compared to the retailer's legacy network.  

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 13, 2022

Walmart has big plans to expand automated fulfillment

Retrofitting facilities and building high-tech distribution centers are key components to the retail giant's omnichannel strategy, CEO Doug McMillon said.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 13, 2022

Victoria’s Secret moves freight from air to ocean in bid to save costs

Executives said normalizing freight rates and improved supply chain flow have allowed the retailer to put goods back on boats, a strategy it expects will help save costs through next spring.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2022

Gap says in-transit inventory levels are ‘easing’

The clothing retailer has taken several measures to rightsize its inventory, with plans to continue its efforts into the new year.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 6, 2022

Dollar General takes $40M hit from delays in temporary warehouse openings

The company had to use suboptimal distribution networks and pay more in fees due to slowdowns in returning shipping containers. 

By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2022

Gap reaps benefits from lower air freight rates

Retailers are growing more optimistic about freight-related tailwinds as rates become more favorable heading into the new year.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 5, 2022

Walgreens launches 24-hour same day delivery

The pharmacy chain has enlisted multiple delivery platforms to carry out its same-day deliveries in recent years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2022

Uber expands access to same-day delivery for independent retailers

The deal with National Retail Solutions levels the playing field for thousands of businesses competing in the on-demand delivery era.

By Max Garland • Dec. 2, 2022