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

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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

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

Lands’ End continues backlog recovery from WMS hiccup

The rollout impacted some shipments in Q2, but the company expects benefits from the technology in the long term.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 11, 2026

FedEx launches Shopify app to combat surprise import charges

FedEx Duty and Tax, part of the carrier's new suite of global shipping tools, provides a cost guarantee at checkout and covers any overages.

By Max Garland • Sept. 11, 2026

Boston Scientific begins to restore shipping after cyberattack

The company is working through a backlog after the cyberattack hampered manufacturing, order processing and shipping.

By Ricky Zipp • Sept. 9, 2026

Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly pursues more fulfillment center automation

The rental subscription service aims to launch an automated order sortation system and picking solution at its Kansas City-area facility.

By Max Garland • Sept. 4, 2026

The perfect mix: How convenience stores can balance human ideas and AI in SKU planning

The right technology can spot sales patterns and flag gaps, but supply chain leaders still need to make the final call about adding and cutting items, one expert said. 

By Michael Brady • Sept. 2, 2026

Boscov’s revamps e-commerce fulfillment operations

The department store retailer is leveraging Manhattan Associates’ ActiveOrder platform to unify inventory management data and processes.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 1, 2026

Dollar General deploys AI across distribution centers, stores

The retailer is using Relex Solutions’ supply chain platform to manage ordering schedules, lead times, supplier coordination and fulfillment methods.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 31, 2026

Intel report shows gap between robotics expectations and readiness

Although 70% of manufacturing leaders expect to manage a robot fleet in the next five years, roughly four in 10 have a formal strategy in place for a mixed human-robot workforce.

By Nathan Owens • Aug. 31, 2026

Walmart to build $1.3B fulfillment center in Georgia

The 1.5-million-square-foot automated facility is slated to break ground later this year.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 28, 2026

Boston Scientific’s ordering, shipping disrupted in cyberattack

The attack affected global operations, and its full scope is still being determined, the medical device maker said in a securities filing.

By Ricky Zipp • Aug. 28, 2026

Solving organized retail theft starts with better supply chain data integrity

Cargo theft hit $131M in Q1 alone. Why RFID and serialization are retailers' best defense.

Aug. 24, 2026

Amazon, fulfillment tech company AutoStore ink global supply deal

The agreement, which doesn't include any purchase commitments, adds to the e-commerce giant's efforts to boost its automation.

By Max Garland • Aug. 20, 2026

Amazon to expand drone delivery reach sixfold this year

The e-commerce giant will soon launch Prime Air deliveries in metro Atlanta, Chicago and Cleveland, giving customers another fast shipping option.

By Max Garland • Aug. 19, 2026

3 ways Kimberly-Clark is using technology to boost supply chain efficiency

The CPG maker is leveraging newly installed global procurement software, AI agents and a skill-based training program to unlock improvements.

By Phil Neuffer • Aug. 18, 2026

Target strengthens inventory management with digital twins

The retailer developed Proxima to simulate how decisions play out, helping identify potential problems ahead of time.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 14, 2026

Walmart equipping a store with Symbotic fulfillment system

The SymMicro system is expected to “come to life” in about six months, advancing the retailer's efforts to accelerate in-store pickup and delivery operations.

By Max Garland • Aug. 14, 2026

Where USPS could benefit the most from AI

The agency sees upside in areas like dynamic routing as it looks to stay competitive among parcel carriers, the USPS' Office of Inspector General said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 13, 2026

Clorox says ERP transition will provide supply chain gains this year

The household cleaning and consumer products maker expects improvements through better planning, lower inventory levels and more automation.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 11, 2026

GE Appliances deepens Texas Instruments sourcing for resilience

The appliance manufacturer aims to maintain continuity of supply by boosting spend with the semiconductor firm, an executive told Supply Chain Dive.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 11, 2026