Unilever puts business results first in factory digital twin rollout

As it expands digital twins to 40 sites worldwide, the consumer goods manufacturer is prioritizing measurable gains, repeatable processes and workforce training.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 15, 2026

How UNFI tackles higher fuel prices

The wholesale food distributor is managing surging diesel costs by hedging and using an AI platform to optimize routes.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 15, 2026

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Warehouse automation

Robotics and AI are two of the many tools warehouse operators are using to improve productivity.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Bed Bath & Beyond parent company taps AI to unify forecasting, replenishment

Neighborhood Intelligence is using Relex Solutions to reduce supply chain complexity across its brand portfolio, which includes The Container Store and Kirkland’s.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 13, 2026

Walmart to expand Wing drone delivery to Denver, Seattle

By next year, the retailer and partner Wing plan to offer aerial delivery from more than 270 stores across the country.

By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 13, 2026

Walmart opens ‘next gen’ California facility to boost West Coast fulfillment

The 900,000-square-foot site is equipped with an automated storage and retrieval system to help increase order capacity to enable faster shipping.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 12, 2026

A smarter path to distribution growth

See how flexible warehousing lets companies test new markets before making long-term commitments.

By Joe Greek • Oct. 12, 2026

2026’s most overrated and underrated supply chain priorities

Rethink the supply chain wish list to predict less, recover faster and automate smarter.

By Jett Chitanand • Oct. 12, 2026

Nippon Express launches Transpacific air freight service to meet AI-driven cargo demand

The company and Japan Airlines' weekly circuit connects Los Angeles with key hubs in Asia for AI and semiconductor cargo.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 9, 2026

These ‘4 pillars’ are critical for successful automation

“People, processes, data and systems” are essential elements of any automation strategy, Sven Diedrich, head of digital transformation and business solutions at Pinaxis, said at IMTS in Chicago.

By Jeff Kinney • Oct. 9, 2026

Tractor Supply opens Idaho distribution center with automation, dedicated AI team

The retailer's site in Nampa will distribute inventory to 123 stores and includes a group that aims to "apply practical artificial intelligence to operational needs."

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2026

Top supply chain conferences of 2027

Next year’s trade shows will spotlight artificial intelligence and technology insights, sustainability strategies, and how to navigate trade and logistics risks.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated Oct. 12, 2026

Why supply chain visibility works best when data is shared

See how shared product data can close supply chain visibility gaps.

Oct. 5, 2026

Supply chain resilience starts before disruption: Why collaboration and visibility matter

Stronger supplier intelligence helps manufacturers identify risk and respond faster to disruption.

Oct. 5, 2026

Puma taps Maersk to manage North America distribution network

Under the agreement, other Maersk customers will gain access to capacity at a Puma distribution center in California next year.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 2, 2026

3 CPGs discuss automation, sourcing and logistics risks

At a Barclays conference this month, Colgate-Palmolive and Kimberly-Clark flagged rising material and freight costs, while Procter & Gamble gave a Supply Chain 3.0 update.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 29, 2026

How supply chains can achieve resiliency with quantum optimization

If your supply chain is drowning in variables, constraints and constant change, quantum optimization may offer a smarter way forward.

Sept. 28, 2026

6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics

General Mills, Nestlé and more discussed how they are cutting operational costs, navigating uneven freight rates and sharpening demand forecasting at a Barclays conference.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 25, 2026

Amazon: AI supply chain agents among seller upgrades

The company will offer inbound planning and aged inventory agents as part of a larger push to help sellers grow internationally.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 24, 2026

P.F. Chang’s renews tech partnership to sharpen inventory management, purchasing

Through an extended partnership with ArrowStream, the restaurant operator will continue to manage inventory and supply contracts while monitoring spending.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 22, 2026

Target: Supplier energy transitions key for Scope 3 reductions

The retailer said efforts such as its Forward Renew program in partnership with Schneider Electric are the most impactful for reducing its upstream carbon footprint. 

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 18, 2026

UNFI consolidates Midwest facilities to leverage automation

The grocery wholesaler's latest move to shrink its network comes alongside the implementation of lean daily management at 44 distribution centers.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 17, 2026

Macy’s rolls out AI inventory replenishment tool

The forecasting capability is moving from pilot to broader implementation as the retailer targets improved in-stock levels and operational efficiencies.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 16, 2026

Burlington advances on-site solar strategy across distribution network

The off-price retailer is planning installations at upcoming facilities in Arizona and California, as well as an existing warehouse in Georgia.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 15, 2026

Shein opens automated distribution center in Indiana

The 737,000-square-foot facility, slated to begin operations this month, features a goods-to-person fulfillment system to boost efficiency and employee safety.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 14, 2026

Monitor, recommend, execute: How AI creates a more responsive supply chain

AI purpose-built for transportation understands the industry’s unique network, systems and constraints.

By Angie Mansfield • Sept. 14, 2026