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

Lowe’s to maintain competitive pricing structure despite tariffs

The home improvement retailer is also pushing its global diversification efforts and product evaluations to move production away from China.

By Kelly Stroh • June 5, 2025

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Retail Supply Chains

Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

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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 Kelly Stroh • June 3, 2025

CPKC, Teamsters issued new labor deal by arbitrator

The railroad's represented workers' contract runs through December 2027 and includes 3% annual raises. 

By Larry Avila • June 3, 2025

Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI

While production rose slightly, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward ahead of tariffs earlier this year. 

By Kate Magill • June 2, 2025

Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

By Chris Casey • May 30, 2025

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

Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands

The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.

By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2025

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 Philip Neuffer • May 27, 2025

Dole picks Del Monte exec as supply chain VP

Todd Stillwell has held various corporate positions focused on managing logistics networks, direct delivery fleets and third-party distribution.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 27, 2025

Shein drops prices following US-China tariff deal

The fast fashion company's competitor Temu also walked back duty-driven increases earlier this month.

By Laurel Deppen • May 23, 2025

Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy

The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 22, 2025

Subaru weighs options to curtail a potential $2.5B tariff hit

The automaker’s Indiana plant, which now makes around 350,000 vehicles a year, has capacity to ramp up production, a company spokesperson said.

By Larry Avila • May 22, 2025

Walmart buys 1M-square-foot distribution center in Utah

The previously leased Salt Lake City property features a cross-dock facility and is within 10 miles of a Union Pacific intermodal hub.

By Philip Neuffer • May 22, 2025

Stellantis opens automated parts distribution center in New York

The company said the new facility’s technology will speed order completion and delivery times in the Northeast.

By Kalena Thomhave • May 22, 2025

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 Philip Neuffer • May 21, 2025

Stanley Black & Decker raises prices to mitigate tariff impacts

The company is also making supply chain moves to become more compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement and reduce its manufacturing footprint in China.

By Nathan Owens • May 20, 2025

Rite Aid to close 2 distribution centers

The beleaguered drugstore chain will shutter Washington and Maryland facilities in June as it navigates its second bankruptcy filing since 2023.

By Philip Neuffer • May 19, 2025

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 Philip Neuffer • May 19, 2025

Utz’s supply chain overhaul helps nullify tariff impact

The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.

By Kate Magill • May 19, 2025

US signals reciprocal tariffs will return for some countries

The White House will alert countries of their specific rates in the next two to three weeks, President Donald Trump said Friday.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 20, 2025

Cost-saving strategies you’ll want to implement in 2025

As the supply chain remains unpredictable, brands look for tactics to remain profitable.

By SPS Commerce • May 19, 2025

Walmart CEO: ‘Higher tariffs will result in higher prices’

The big-box retailer vows to keep those prices as low as possible and is leaning into relationships with vendors to respond to a fluctuating market.

By Kaarin Moore • May 16, 2025

Hooker Furnishings to open Vietnam warehouse, exit Georgia facility

The shakeup aims to help the furniture company save costs and reduce its domestic safety stock needs.

By Max Garland • May 16, 2025

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 Max Garland • May 15, 2025