Macy’s to open North Carolina distribution center

The facility, slated to open in this year, will provide additional supply chain efficiencies at a lower cost, executives say.

By Haley Cawthon • March 17, 2025

AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain

The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.

By Philip Neuffer • March 17, 2025

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Your AI investment is talking: Are you getting the right story?

Struggling with AI ROI? Learn how supply chain leaders extract real value from their investments.

By Mark Joseph, Senior Vice President, Product Management, Deposco • March 17, 2025

5 insights from Lowe’s EVP of Supply Chain

Margi Vagell explains how the home improvement retailer approaches network optimization, automation implementation and balancing customer segments.

By Philip Neuffer • March 11, 2025

How Dick’s Sporting Goods is mastering the omnichannel game

The retailer has found success by shifting from a speed-at-all-costs strategy to one that prioritizes predictability for customers.

By Philip Neuffer • March 11, 2025

Kroger and Ocado plan to open 2 more automated fulfillment centers

Ocado is moving forward with its Kroger partnership but executives for the British company noted that growth in its global customer fulfillment centers is “behind expectations.”

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2025

CMA CGM to invest $20B in US operations

The company will use the money to expand its U.S. flag fleet and logistics capacity at a time when President Donald Trump is pushing for maritime expansion.

By Kelly Stroh • March 10, 2025

5 ways truck brokers are using AI to boost efficiency

Companies like C.H. Robinson and ITS Logistics are turning to the technology to improve freight matching, trailer management and more.

By Shefali Kapadia • March 5, 2025

AI’s supply chain potential among Manifest 2025 takeaways

Target and Unilever are among the companies capitalizing on artificial intelligence, but some are still struggling in areas like leveraging data.

By Max Garland • Feb. 28, 2025

Fabletics targets demand planning, inventory management

The apparel company will build a forecasting model using Blue Yonder’s supply chain planning solutions.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 26, 2025

Leveraging supply chain data remains a headache

Manifest 2025 speakers were split on the benefits of shared standards, but greater transparency among stakeholders could offer upside.

By Max Garland • Feb. 25, 2025

DHL exec outlines 5 supply chain ‘megatrends’

Trade shifts and emerging technologies are creating new challenges and opportunities, said Patrick Kelleher, DHL Supply Chain's North America CEO.

By Max Garland • Feb. 25, 2025

BJ’s Wholesale Club to open distribution center in Ohio

The facility will support the retailer’s growing store footprint and include automated pallet storage, case-handling equipment and mixed-case pallet building.

By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 11, 2025

Key considerations for fleet electrification success

Managed charging is critical for optimizing electric supply chain operations.

Feb. 10, 2025

Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow

The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here's what you should know.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated Feb. 12, 2025

Nearly half of managers predict layoffs in 2025

Companies may also consider cutting costs by reducing salaries, benefits, bonuses and office space.

By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 29, 2025

Procter & Gamble operations unhindered by Blue Yonder disruption

The consumer goods company built an in-house solution to keep orders moving as its transportation management system provider navigated a ransomware attack.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 27, 2025

Walmart invests in automation as it sells robotics arm

The retail giant will fund the buildout of more than 400 accelerated pickup and delivery centers as part of its agreement with Symbotic.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 21, 2025

Hapag-Lloyd procurement team enlists digital tool for supplier visibility

The ocean carrier used Craft's supply chain intelligence platform to help navigate last fall's East and Gulf Coast port strike.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 16, 2025

Albertsons to ramp up automation at distribution centers

The grocery retailer expects technological upgrades to help it better manage inventory and lower costs.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 14, 2025

Solv Energy names head of procurement

Lyn Cowgill will manage procurement strategy and supply chain operations at the renewable energy company.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 13, 2025

How a new smart label tracks food’s supply chain journey

Giesecke+Devrient's peel-and-stick label is launching ahead of looming FDA traceability requirements in 2026.

By Nathan Owens • Jan. 10, 2025

Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences. 

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 9, 2025

US Steel streamlines procurement processes with AI-powered platform

The steel producer is using GEP Software to analyze spend and forecasting while also managing its sourcing project pipeline.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 3, 2025

DHL Supply Chain deploys Volvo autonomous trucks in Texas

The logistics company is using the technology along two routes in the state as it seeks to increase freight capacity. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 18, 2024