Walmart: Supply chain spending set to ‘peak’ next 2 years, CEO says

The retail giant is continuing to automate regional distribution centers throughout the U.S. and starting to deploy technological improvements internationally.

By Max Garland • Feb. 23, 2026

Supply chain visibility as a strategic advantage: Leveraging RFID to navigate tariffs and compliance

In this landscape, supply chain visibility is no longer just helpful, it’s essential. This is where RFID technology makes a difference.

Feb. 23, 2026

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Supply Chain Technology Adoption

Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Southern Glazer’s opens South Carolina distribution center

The 412,500-square-foot facility features multilevel pick modules and dedicated cold rooms to help strengthen the beverage distributor’s supply chain. 

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 20, 2026

4 fashion supply chain trends to watch in 2026

As trade uncertainty continues to strain sourcing, companies will lean on cost-management strategies and AI-fueled efficiencies.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 19, 2026

Toast, Instacart launch just-in-time supply tool

Restaurants will be able to place Instacart Business orders through Toast’s platforms, offering a stopgap option when unexpected supply chain issues hit.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Feb. 19, 2026

AI fueled massive surge in fraud losses last year, study finds

AI fraud has now outpaced traditional fraud, signaling a major shift in the threat landscape, according to the research.

By Alexei Alexis • Feb. 17, 2026

FedEx launches AI tools to answer customers’ last-mile questions

The tools can be embedded into shippers’ last-mile experience to improve visibility and communication with customers. 

By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 11, 2026

FedEx to deploy autonomous trailer unloader from Berkshire Grey

The logistics giant is currently in the final stage of piloting the technology, which is occurring at one facility with multiple unloaders, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Feb. 10, 2026

AI’s influence on shoppers ups importance of inventory positioning

Consumers’ desire for speed and convenience in online shopping lends an edge to regional distribution models, experts said.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 6, 2026

Walmart to add automation, robotics to Louisiana distribution center

The retailer’s $330 million investment, slated to start this year, is part of a larger effort to upgrade all 42 of its regional distribution facilities.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 5, 2026

Teaching employees to use AI could add up to $6.6T to US economy

Adding more training to artificial intelligence implementation, rather than replacing workers, could help drive the ROI companies have been missing, according to a Pearson report.

By Lara Ewen • Feb. 3, 2026

UPS expands RFID deployment to woo shippers, up productivity

The carrier's UPS Store locations are now processing 1.3 million packages with the technology daily as retailers seek improved shipment visibility.

By Max Garland • Feb. 3, 2026

Top supply chain risks and trends to follow in 2026

Explore how tariff changes, key supply shortages and volatile logistics capacity will test network resilience in this roundup of deep dives from Supply Chain Dive.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026

Chipmakers have mixed reactions to Trump’s phase-one tariffs

Nvidia supported Trump’s plan to implement 25% duties on certain AI chips, while others remain quiet.

By Nathan Owens • Jan. 28, 2026

Supply chain shortages: What’s at risk in 2026?

Procurement teams will be tested by constraints touching critical minerals, memory chips, beef and other supplies throughout the year.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 28, 2026

CH Robinson AI agents fast-track responses in missed LTL pickups

The technology is saving over 350 hours of manual work per day, the business said.

By David Taube • Jan. 26, 2026

PepsiCo uses digital twins to trial plant changes

The multiyear pilot with Nvidia and Siemens creates physics-accurate 3D replicas of U.S. plants and warehouses, with plans to eventually expand globally.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 20, 2026

OpenAI seeks US suppliers for AI supply chain

The AI giant launched an RFP seeking domestic suppliers to build out AI hardware, robotics components and data center capacity.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 20, 2026

AI, tech expand career options for women in supply chain

Emerging technologies require new processes and operating models, creating a “huge opportunity” for women in the sector, says Berenice Vettore, global chief quality officer at The Estée Lauder Cos.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 14, 2026

Walmart, Wing to scale drone delivery operations to 270 stores

The two companies aim to provide service to customers near 150 locations in the next year before growing further, covering Los Angeles, Cincinnati and other cities.

By Max Garland • Jan. 12, 2026

Cyber risks grow as manufacturers turn to AI and cloud systems

Data classification and encryption are essential shields for the highly targeted sector, experts said.

By Sakshi Udavant • Jan. 8, 2026

5 supply chain management trends to watch in 2026

Following a year jam-packed with uncertainty, retailers and manufacturers will prioritize cost optimization amid a fragmenting global economic picture. 

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 8, 2026

UPS’ Happy Returns pilots AI tool to halt decoy returns fraud

The company's Return Vision software compares returned products with images from the retailer, a capability being used by Everlane and others.

By Max Garland • Jan. 7, 2026

Employees say they’re fuzzy on their employers’ AI strategy

Front-line workers in sectors such as retail, healthcare and manufacturing are less likely to use AI than those in “knowledge-based” jobs, according to Gallup. 

By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 7, 2026

Reducing risk, increasing market share: The benefits of traceability for scope 3 reporting

Before any data can be tracked and recorded, organizations need a clear picture of what is actually moving through their supply chain. Traceability with unique identifiers is the foundation of this visibility.

Dec. 15, 2025