Retail: Page 9


  • A Nordstrom Rack store in Seattle, across the street from the flagship Nordstrom store.
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    Nordstrom credits faster supply chain operations for improved customer experience

    The retailer said the use of RFID tags has led to better in-stock rates and faster delivery times.

    By Bryan Wassel • Aug. 28, 2024
  • A shopping cart outside of a Dick's Sporting Goods store.
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    Dick’s Sporting Goods to open Texas distribution center

    The facility will be the retailer’s sixth as it targets continued expansion.

    By Aug. 27, 2024
  • A bright yellow sign against a blue roof says "Best Buy" in bold black letters.
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    Best Buy launches AI-powered delivery tracking

    The company joins the growing ranks of retailers that are tapping artificial intelligence to enhance the shopping experience.

    By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 22, 2024
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    Provided by Canadian National Railway

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    Canada’s major rail carriers shut down

    With no new labor deal, Canadian National and CPKC locked out union workers shortly after midnight Thursday.

    By Aug. 22, 2024
  • Adidas store in Shanghai
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    Adidas opts to avoid China in US product sourcing

    The retail brand is leaning on more localized supply chains to improve its speed and agility.

    By Aug. 22, 2024
  • An Adidas store stands in Manhattan on October 25, 2022 in New York City.
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    Adidas America faces almost $400K in fines over warehouse safety violations

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspected the facility in 2021 and identified safety hazards that were still not corrected by a January 2024 visit.

    By Cara Salpini • Aug. 21, 2024
  • A photo of a gas station and convenience store. Both the fuel canopy and store read "Circle K."
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    Couche-Tard appoints global director of procurement

    James Kelly’s hiring comes as the c-store retailer increases its focus on procurement and supply chain functions.

    By Brett Dworski • Aug. 20, 2024
  • Two people walk into a J.C. Penney retail store.
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    How J.C. Penney is using AI and machine learning in its supply chain

    The department store retailer is investing heavily in new technology to improve productivity and upgrade its legacy systems.

    By Aug. 20, 2024
  • Aldi in Florida
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    Aldi adding Instacart’s omnichannel tech to all US stores

    The discounter is also rolling out the grocery technology company’s Caper Carts in Europe for the first time.

    By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 12, 2024
  • A massive lit-up sign with the tilted blue "Hasbro" logo and cartoon images looms over a dark room.
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    "Hasbro booth" by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
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    Hasbro’s supply chain overhaul is paying off

    The toy and game maker said enhanced planning efforts have helped optimize inventory management.

    By Aug. 7, 2024
  • A customer and a Michaels employee in a store aisle
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    Michaels bolsters same-day delivery with DoorDash, Uber Eats

    The retailer is among a growing number of businesses using on-demand delivery platforms to add value for customers.

    By Aug. 7, 2024
  • Saia truck
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    Photo provided by Saia. 

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    Trucking carriers haul more retail freight as industrial demand lags

    Less-than-truckload companies Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and TForce Freight are all eager for a rebound in manufacturing demand.

    By Aug. 6, 2024
  • People outside a PriceSmart retail store.
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    PriceSmart grows distribution network to aid omnichannel push

    Amid increasing digital sales, the big box retailer added four third-party-run facilities to its supply chain during fiscal Q3 2024.

    By July 30, 2024
  • A primark storefront with customers walking past
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    Primark hires COO to head up supply chain

    Nigel Jones aims to help the Ireland-based retailer expand its footprint and make its supply chain greener.

    By S.L. Fuller • July 26, 2024
  • three Orvis-branded fly fishing rods against a wood background
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    Orvis taps FourKites for deeper supply chain insights

    The outdoor retailer is seeing reduced track-and-trace efforts, among other benefits, from the expanded partnership.

    By July 25, 2024
  • Hasbro toys are displayed at a Target store on February 08, 2019 in San Rafael, California.
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    Hasbro names new chief supply chain officer

    Stephanie Beal aims to refine processes to drive efficiency as the toy manufacturer implements a multi-year turnaround plan.

    By S.L. Fuller • July 24, 2024
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    Provided by Canadian National 

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    Deep Dive

    How a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains

    Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.

    By July 24, 2024
  • Exterior of SpartanNash micro-fulfillment center in Caledonia, Michigan
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    SpartanNash to close Maryland distribution center

    The grocery wholesaler and retailer is shuttering a facility in Landover, resulting in 141 layoffs.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 24, 2024
  • Kroger delivery vehicles
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    Kroger Q1 delivery sales boosted by automation

    The grocer is recommitting to automation tech after improved e-commerce results in its most recent fiscal quarter.

    By July 23, 2024
  • A Hydro Flask water bottle.
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    "Hydro Flask" by Tony Webster is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    Helen of Troy reports distribution disruptions at Tennessee facility

    The company is working with suppliers to address the remaining challenges impacting customer orders.

    By July 22, 2024
  • H&M's logo is pictured on a sign on a building.
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    H&M’s ‘green’ financing tool supports supplier sustainability

    The collaborative program aims to help manufacturers overcome the funding hurdles of implementing sustainable practices. Here's how.

    By July 19, 2024
  • A Bassett Furniture storefront.
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    The image by Mike Mozart is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    Bassett Furniture temporarily shuts down manufacturing facilities following cyberattack

    Although customers can still place orders and purchase products, the furniture company’s ability to fulfill orders is currently impacted. 

    By Kaarin Moore • July 19, 2024
  • Dollar General store California
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    Dollar General’s supply chain shift shows promise

    The retailer is focusing on scaling back some items and restocking stores faster, executives said during an earnings call.

    By July 18, 2024
  • Osprey, Oxo Pop owner pursues production diversification strategy

    Helen of Troy aims to reduce the potential exposure to tariffs on China-made goods.

    By July 17, 2024
  • A retail storefront. The storefront sign reads "Academy Sports + Outdoors
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    Academy Sports and Outdoors targets enhanced distribution performance

    The retailer’s implementation of a new warehouse management system is a key component of its efforts to bolster its omnichannel capabilities.

    By July 16, 2024