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    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
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    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
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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
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    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 • June 23, 2025
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    Amazon touts AI upgrades for forecasting, deliveries and robotics

    The advancements will help customers get their orders faster and increase product availability, the company said.

    By • June 20, 2025
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    What Veho learned testing delivery robots in Texas

    The trial program with RIVR’s wheel-legged robot saw a 95% delivery success rate and required limited intervention, Veho CTO Fred Cook said.

    By • June 18, 2025
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    Amazon opens robotic fulfillment center in Massachusetts

    The nearly 3 million square-foot-facility features hundreds of robots equipped to lift up to 1,500 pounds each.

    By • June 17, 2025
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    PepsiCo expects nearly $1M in fuel savings for its EV semitrucks

    The beverage and food company now has daytime charging access and more megawatt capacity at a bottling facility in Fresno, California.

    By • June 10, 2025
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    SAP retools its cloud-based ERP to ease migrations

    The software vendor aims to simplify the shift from on-premises systems with line-of-business bundles for supply chain, procurement, finance, HR and CX.

    By Matt Ashare • June 10, 2025
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    Future-proofing your operations: Why warehouse consultations matter

    Future-proof your warehouse with a consultation—boost efficiency, resilience and long-term ROI.

    By Renn Martin • June 9, 2025
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    Businesses revamp procurement amid AI adoption swell

    Most companies are imposing stricter requirements when evaluating AI-powered software compared with other technologies, according to G2.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 6, 2025
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    CH Robinson, Ikea, others join coalition to test heavy-duty EVs

    Several carriers and shippers will test battery-electric vehicles along the U.S. I-10 corridor between Los Angeles and El Paso, Texas.

    By • June 6, 2025
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    Guitar Center targets optimized inventory planning, visibility

    The retailer will use Relex Solutions technology to gain real-time visibility of inventory levels to help reduce stockouts and overstocking.

    By • June 3, 2025
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    Port of Savannah mobile app to improve trucking efficiency

    The Georgia Ports Authority aims to speed up supply chain operations through easier access to information, such as changes to terminal gate hours.

    By • June 2, 2025
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    RaceTrac gearing up for Louisiana growth with new distribution center

    The $9 million facility will enhance the company’s supply chain in the state and support growing regional demand, the company said.

    By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2025
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    Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy

    The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.

    By • May 27, 2025
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    Staples conducts fulfillment operations overhaul

    The office supplies retailer is implementing a new warehouse management system across its network to support next-day delivery efficiency.

    By • May 21, 2025
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    Amazon plans fourth robotics fulfillment center in Virginia

    Once completed, the 3.1 million-square-foot facility will join a roster that includes a Virginia Beach site set to open later this year.

    By • May 19, 2025
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    Amazon reveals new warehouse robots in push to trim manual tasks

    The e-commerce giant said it plans to deploy the various technologies in the coming years as it works to boost "more high-skilled work."

    By • May 15, 2025
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    10 ways to optimize your brownfield facility

    Learn how to boost efficiency and scalability with 10 tips for optimizing brownfield facilities.

    By Renn Martin • May 12, 2025
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    Walmart touts savings from continued automation efforts

    The retailer predicts it will slash costs by more than 30% at its high-tech facilities by year's end, one executive said. 

    By • May 8, 2025
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    Mattress Firm taps AI platform to improve inventory flow

    Using Invent.ai technology, the retailer will aim to upgrade demand forecasting and distribution center replenishment.

    By • May 6, 2025
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    Ensuring safety and quality: a case study in improving food deliveries

    Food delivery robots are on the rise, but how can they ensure food safety? A new pilot study reveals innovative solutions.

    May 5, 2025
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    Tracking tariffs: The latest frontier in AI

    Several technology vendors are rolling out new tools to help retailers and manufacturers track the impact of tariffs on their supply costs and improve decision-making. 

    By Nathan Owens • April 30, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    How COVID-19 changed US manufacturing: 5 years later

    After the chaos of the pandemic, manufacturers learned to lean into supplier relationships and supply chain resiliency to avoid future disruptions.

    By Nathan Owens • April 28, 2025
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    4 strategies procurement leaders should embrace in 2025

    Companies are expanding their supplier bases and their tech stacks to maintain the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods. 

    By • April 24, 2025