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Retail inventories in good shape for holidays: NRF CEO
Matthew Shay said companies averted disruptions related to the East and Gulf Coast port strike by moving goods early.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Levi Strauss taps Maersk for fulfillment and logistics
The logistics provider opened an omnichannel facility in Ohio to service Levi’s wholesale, retail and e-commerce channels.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWhy apparel companies embrace supplier scorecards
The tool can help build more transparent sourcing relationships and better measure supply chain metrics.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions
One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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Dick’s Sporting Goods bolsters production, sourcing tech
The sports retailer aims to increase supplier engagement and reliability as well as monitor production processes through Inspectorio’s AI-powered platform.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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H&M to cease sourcing new down fibers
The fast fashion company said it will only procure feathers from post-consumer recycled sources.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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URBN prioritizes Nuuly’s growth with logistics investments
The retailer plans to add more automation to its Missouri fulfillment center to accelerate the rental brand’s order processing.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Dollar Tree advances rotacart delivery initiative
The discount retailer is now using the technology to service 600 stores from its distribution center in West Memphis, Arkansas.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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C&S Wholesale Grocers’ chief procurement officer retires
SVP of Procurement Andrew Connell is taking over responsibilities for procurement, demand planning and inbound planning as Michael Papaleo leaves the company.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Amazon wants to hire 250K for the holidays again
For the second consecutive year, the company is planning a major round of hiring to sustain its fulfillment and transportation operations during its busiest quarter.
By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Giant Eagle slashing delivery wait times
The regional grocer is expanding its partnership with omnichannel platform Flybuy to reduce wait times for drivers.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 4, 2024 -
Spirit Halloween partners with Uber for on-demand delivery
Consumers can access same-day delivery on the specialty retailer’s products across the Uber Eats, Postmates and Uber apps.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX port labor talksBiden, industry leaders react to port strike
The president and trade associations called for a swift resolution to avoid the work stoppage’s impact on supply chains and economic flows.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Top supply chain conferences to watch in 2025
This year’s trade shows will focus on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated Jan. 31, 2025 -
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ILA-USMX port labor talksILA strike begins, disrupting East and Gulf Coast ports
Without a new port labor deal, the International Longshoremen’s Association instructed its members to halt work after midnight Tuesday.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Advanced Auto Parts swaps out WMS in supply chain overhaul
The auto parts retailer aims to streamline operations by using 14 large distribution centers on a single warehouse management system.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Lego says nearshoring production minimizes distribution costs
The toy maker has been focused on manufacturing upgrades over the last year, with its first U.S. factory slated to begin operations in 2027.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 17, 2024 -
Courtesy of Purple Innovation
Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.
The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption
The White House is also calling on Congress to pass legislation to exclude products covered by Section 201, 232 and 301 tariffs by the end of the year.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Canada’s major rail carriers have recovered from labor strife
CPKC and Canadian National say planning for a strike fueled the rapid turnaround from last month’s brief work stoppage.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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La-Z-Boy streamlines supply chain with Mexico consolidation
The furniture maker is moving some of its upholstery operations and plans to shutter a leased cut and sew facility.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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Under Armour seeks savings from streamlined supply chain strategy
The sportswear company is primarily focused on enhancing cross-channel capabilities and end-to-end planning.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 3, 2024 -
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Mattress Firm, DoorDash partner on 2-hour delivery
The companies are providing on-demand delivery from the retailer’s more than 2,300 store locations in the U.S.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Target fuels next-day delivery ambitions with Detroit sortation center
The new facility will eventually be able to process up to 60,000 packages daily, CFO Michael Fiddelke said.
By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Walmart to help sellers fulfill orders from third-party e-commerce sites
The Multichannel Solutions program deepens the retailer’s competition with Amazon, but there are some limitations to the service as it prepares to launch.
By Max Garland • Aug. 28, 2024
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