The case for transparency: Why supply chains can’t afford to gamble on unproven AI

Supply chain safety depends on accurate AI. Independent testing is the missing piece.

Sept. 15, 2025

UNFI opens robotic distribution center in Florida

The tech-powered facility is part of the company’s multiyear effort to boost its performance through investments in automation.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 12, 2025

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Retail Supply Chains

Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Asos targets supply chain visibility upgrade

The apparel retailer tapped traceability platform TrusTrace to strengthen operational transparency down to the Tier 5 level.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 11, 2025

Starbucks deploys inventory-taking AI tool

The computer vision technology helps the chain track its in-store stock and may soon be able to automate some ordering.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Sept. 10, 2025

Fast, flexible and flawless: How Gen Z is changing brand expectations

Gen Z’s growing purchasing power is changing the rules: learn what’s shifting and how to thrive.

Sept. 8, 2025

Stellantis to build Mopar parts distribution center in Georgia

The 422,000-square-foot facility will feature automated storage and retrieval to cut order wait times.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 4, 2025

HarperCollins to debut automated logistics facility in Indiana

The hub, set to open in 2028, will tap technology that aims to help the publisher boost its supply chain visibility and control.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 2, 2025

From pallet to POS: How item-level RFID builds a smarter, safer supply chain

RFID turns static inventory into living data by uniting supply chain and loss prevention. Boost on-shelf availability, fulfillment and traceability. Start scaling today.

Sept. 2, 2025

Walmart adding Ranpak AutoFill machines to more distribution centers

The automated equipment provides customers with data on package volume dimensions, among other benefits, Ranpak CEO Omar Asali said.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 28, 2025

Logistics management is leveling up with generative AI

Large shippers and TMS vendors have started to incorporate the emerging technology over the last few years with an eye on cutting costs and improving the user experience.

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 22, 2025

Energy Department to boost critical mineral supply with $1B funding

The financial support is part of the Trump administration’s effort to reduce reliance on foreign sources of critical minerals, especially from China.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 21, 2025

Snickers maker Mars pursues stable chocolate supply with gene-editing

The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 21, 2025

Honeywell, Stereolabs partner on AI-powered vision tool for warehouses

The joint technology aims to eliminate the need for tape measures, scales and handheld devices when gathering dimensions, weight and barcode data to register new SKUs.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 18, 2025

Supplier expects to benefit from $16.5B Tesla, Samsung AI chip deal

Graphjet Technology says growth in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing is timely for its planned expansion in Nevada.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 5, 2025

Supply chain management programs are undergoing a digital makeover

University courses in data analytics and AI are preparing future supply chain professionals for an evolving industry.

By Craig Guillot • July 29, 2025

Port of Oakland gets EV charging depot

WattEV's latest electric truck charging station continues the port's zero-emission efforts.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 18, 2025

Apple, MP Materials sign $500M magnet supply deal

The two companies will also partner to recycle rare earth materials for use in the electronic giant's products.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 15, 2025

Asos seeks optimized supply chain with new tech integration

The apparel company is using the Celonis Process Intelligence platform to gain real-time visibility of its distribution, fulfillment and logistics operations.

By Kelly Stroh • July 14, 2025

Giant Eagle continues push to optimize, integrate warehouse workflows

The grocery retailer plans to adopt the Manhattan Active Warehouse Management platform at all of its distribution centers by September.

By Kelly Stroh • July 8, 2025

Mars pursues end-to-end traceability across seafood supply chain

The consumer packaged goods company is partnering with traceability platform Wholechain to better capture sourcing data for its pet food ingredients.

By Kelly Stroh • July 8, 2025

Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2025

As the first half of the year wraps up, here’s a look at the remaining trade shows focused on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated June 30, 2025

Walmart tests dark stores to accelerate delivery

The brick-and-mortar locations will fulfill online orders — but are not open to the public. 

By Kaarin Moore • June 27, 2025

Cargill invests $90M to automate Colorado beef plant

The technology will help preserve more meat per cow as the U.S. experiences a significant cattle shortage.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 24, 2025

Stellantis plans $388M parts distribution ‘Megahub’ in metro Detroit

The facility will be staffed by nearly 500 UAW workers once operational in 2027, according to the company. 

By Kalena Thomhave • June 24, 2025

Clorox to replace 25-year-old tech with new ERP

The household products manufacturer is building inventory at its retailers as a buffer while it transitions its system.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 23, 2025