Walmart opens access to off-site customer journey insights for suppliers

Digital Landscapes enables users to analyze engagement trends and track traffic sources to better evaluate strategies.

By Chris Kelly • June 4, 2024

Forum Mobility breaks ground on Port of Long Beach charging station

The facility will be equipped with 44 dispensers to power trucking fleets, including Amazon's.

By S.L. Fuller • May 24, 2024

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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

Toyota debuts renewable energy system at Port of Long Beach

The resources generated by the new system will support Toyota Logistics Services’ vehicle-processing and distribution center at the port.

By S.L. Fuller • May 23, 2024

How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024

ReposiTrak adds dairy and egg suppliers to traceability network

The platform will be used to exchange FDA-required data for tracking products more prone to contamination.

By Kelly Stroh • May 14, 2024

Generative AI is a looming cybersecurity threat

Cybercriminals are focused on ransomware, business email compromise and cryptojacking right now, but a recent report from IBM X-Force thinks AI and ChatGPT could be next.

By Jen A. Miller , Naomi Eide • May 13, 2024

Walmart streamlines fulfillment with third consolidation center

The facility places suppliers' less-than-truckload shipments into truckload hauls before sending them off to regional distribution centers.

By S.L. Fuller • May 13, 2024

Why it’s time to accelerate solar supply chain onshoring

Industry stakeholders want a stronger domestic solar supply chain to support ongoing innovation.

May 13, 2024

How CH Robinson is using AI to automate logistics management tasks

The broker hopes speeding up responses to emailed quote and appointment requests will improve productivity.

By Larry Avila , Edwin Lopez • May 8, 2024

Walmart taps Swisslog to automate 3 milk facilities

The technology platform consists of cranes, palletizing and de-palletizing robots, a pallet conveyor system, a small-load conveyor system and software to operate it all.

By S.L. Fuller • May 7, 2024

Making existing gas turbines more efficient, reliable and sustainable

Small modifications can help future-forward companies move confidently toward the energy transition.

May 6, 2024

Coca-Cola turns to Microsoft’s AI services for its supply chain

The beverage giant signed a $1.1 billion deal as it explores the use of AI to streamline operations, boost efficiency and more.

By Christopher Doering • May 2, 2024

Sportsman’s Warehouse invests in inventory management tech to boost in-stock reporting

The retailer partnered with Blue Yonder to develop the system as it looks to keep up with inventory trends.

By Kelly Stroh • May 1, 2024

Honda invests billions in Canada to set up EV supply chain

The CAD $15 billion ($11 billion) investment into the automaker’s Ontario production hub includes two factories and materials processing projects with joint venture partners.

By Eric Walz • April 25, 2024

The secret sauce for generative AI and sustainability: Data quality

Generative AI has tremendous potential to help create a more sustainable supply chain. But how can you use it with inaccurate, inconsistent data?

April 22, 2024

Federal FLOW program welcomes more members

ITS Logistics and RoadEx America joined the Department of Transportation initiative to better share data across supply chains.

By Colin Campbell • April 18, 2024

Companies should increase emphasis on upskilling for AI, report says

Businesses currently have an unbalanced approach, with many planning to lean on new talent to handle AI adoption, according to The Adecco Group.

By Carolyn Crist • April 17, 2024

Cardinal Health breaks ground on 4th Ohio distribution center

The 350,000-square-foot facility will be equipped with automated logistics technology from Honeywell.

By S.L. Fuller • April 16, 2024

Oracle adds AI-powered tools to supply chain platform

The software giant's March update included features like description generation and supplier recommendations.

By Kelly Stroh • April 12, 2024

Supply chains and corrugated packaging: A marriage made to last

Products that arrive in perfect condition can capture the hearts and minds of consumers.

April 8, 2024

GXO signs on Dexterity, explores AI applications

The warehouse logistics provider is piloting solutions for productivity and workforce management.

By Kelly Stroh • April 2, 2024

Walmart letting businesses tap into its route optimization tech

The move to sell its proprietary AI-driven software contributes to the retailer’s business diversification strategy.

By Larry Avila • April 1, 2024

General Mills uses AI, analytics to build a disruption-ready supply chain

The packaged food unit has digitized its end-to-end operations to gain visibility, ramp up productivity and make faster decisions. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 29, 2024

GXO doubled its use of warehouse vision tech in 2023

The solution helps automate validation and reduce errors in the company’s facilities.

By Kelly Stroh • March 22, 2024

Department of Transportation’s FLOW platform deepens supply chain data pool

Published information now covers inland freight hubs like rail terminals and warehouses to help users mitigate logistics challenges.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 20, 2024