Technology

An advantageous benefit of digital transformation: Improved safety for your workforce

Learn how AI, robotics, and automation can actually help improve safety in environments that are traditionally hazardous.

Nov. 21, 2022

UNFI to add indoor farms at select distribution centers

The initiative is part of the food distributors' efforts to add efficiencies and foster closer relationships with suppliers. 

By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 16, 2022

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Retail Supply Chains

Rising costs and logistics delays have led retailers to adapt to adversity. A selection of stories shows how.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Funko takes on higher labor costs due to ERP delays

The toymaker decided to open a fulfillment center without the intended management software in order to meet elevated demand.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 15, 2022

Amazon tests new robotic system to improve warehouse efficiency

The company says Sparrow will automate the task of moving items prior to packaging, a critical part of the fulfillment process.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2022

Microsoft unveils ‘Supply Chain Center’ with Kraft Heinz, Daimler among customers

The tech company is integrating its supply chain offerings into a single package that helps connect ERPs and other supply chain solutions.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Salgado • Nov. 14, 2022

AMR vs AGV — 7 key differences that businesses need to know

What’s the difference between AGVs and AMRs? Understand the differences between the two technologies to ensure a wise investment.

Nov. 14, 2022

Are you sufficiently locking down your in-cab tablets?

Not all device lock down solutions are equal. Here’s what you need to know to not leave driver safety to chance.

Nov. 14, 2022

Project44 raises $80M to improve scope 3 visibility

The tech company pointed to an increased interest from shippers and carriers as new regulations push for lower emissions.

By Alejandra Salgado • Nov. 11, 2022

Vertical storage as a solution for online grocery fulfillment

Food retailers are drawn to vertical storage systems’ ability to store and retrieve items using minimal floor space.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 11, 2022

UPS plans logistics-as-a-service offering to build out revenue streams

The company will coalesce capabilities of several disparate services, such as Roadie, Coyote Logistics and Delivery Solutions.

By Max Garland • Nov. 1, 2022

Aldi tests ecommerce platform, aims to create new delivery service

The business is working with a tech company to develop its own online grocery platform for use across the U.S.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 1, 2022

Fresh Del Monte’s vegetable business invests $2.5M in snap pea sorting

Mann Packing is also expanding its sourcing horizons as it’s set to receive an influx of resources following integration with the produce giant. 

By Alejandra Salgado • Oct. 31, 2022

BMW invests $1.7B to expand EV output in the US

The automaker will expand a South Carolina plant and partner with a battery supplier to build a nearby facility.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 26, 2022

Keep grinches away from your supply chain

Agility, visibility and connectivity are all essential when it comes to keeping your warehouse or distribution center secure—not just during the holiday season, but all year.

Oct. 24, 2022

Biden awards $2.8B to boost domestic EV battery supply

Suppliers for major auto giants including Tesla and Mercedes-Benz won grants to expand manufacturing

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 20, 2022

Honda battery plant set for Ohio, part of ‘EV hub’

A joint venture with LG Energy Solution will invest up to $4.4 billion to scale electric vehicle production.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 12, 2022

Schneider Electric moves to modernize equipment and machinery at 2 US plants

The energy management company is investing $46 million in Kentucky and Nebraska to improve capacity and energy use.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 12, 2022

Food delivery robots to roam Chicago in pilot program

Robot operators will partner with restaurants and grocery stores to test the app-based robot deliveries.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 10, 2022

Micron to invest up to $100B in New York chip manufacturing site

The Clay, New York, facility is the company’s second investment in a high-volume semiconductor facility in the U.S.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 10, 2022

Walmart acquires automated grocery firm to bolster fulfillment

The retailer is hoping to leverage Alert Innovation's inventory-handling technology for speedy pickup and delivery.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 6, 2022

How Feeding America is using inventory visibility tools to improve the flow of donations

Smarter Sorting is working with the nonprofit to ease the product sorting process for retailers as they look to scale donations.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 4, 2022

Casey’s takes supplier management digital with new procurement tool

Graphite Connect, which manages vendor data and risk, relieves the convenience store operator of manually tracking information.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 29, 2022

UNFI launches Symbotic’s AI tech in select distribution centers

The food wholesaler said the end-to-end automation system will enable it to boost order accuracy and storage capacity.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 29, 2022

DHL Supply Chain deepens robotics partnership ahead of peak season

Tech from Locus Robotics will help fulfill orders for apparel company Carhartt.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 27, 2022

Ford breaks ground on $5.6B EV ‘mega campus’

The facility is part of the automaker’s plan to meet electric vehicle production targets by exerting greater control over its supply chain.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 27, 2022