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US ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
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Siloed management systems foster inefficiency and profit loss. Embedded finance offers an integrated solution, paving the way for enhanced profitability.
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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.
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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.
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Walmart GoLocal expands delivery capabilities, client base
The retailer's local delivery platform has evolved to handle big and bulky items, orders out of fulfillment centers and more, VP Rina Hurst told Supply Chain Dive.
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Amazon’s order consolidation efforts deliver Q1 savings
The e-commerce giant cut costs by increasing the number of product units delivered per box, CEO Andy Jassy said.
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Manufacturing demand dips in April as companies remain cautious: PMI
While hiring is beginning to uptick, manufacturers remain uncertain about the fate of interest rates and its impact on business.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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Tornado destroys Dollar Tree Oklahoma distribution center
None of the warehouse’s 456 associates were harmed during the disaster and are being given resources to help with temporary work relocation.
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Ryder opens another facility on the US-Mexico border
The new warehouse in El Paso, Texas, is a result of growing demand from clients in the region and an expected rise in nearshoring activity.
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UPS’ Happy Returns now powers Shein returns at Forever 21 stores
The company launched a cross-brand capability for online orders returned at stores as it pursues deals with more enterprise retailers.
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Deep Dive
USPS delivery unit proposal sparks service, cost concerns for shipping partners
The agency is mulling changes to how shipping companies like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes inject volume into its network, industry experts told Supply Chain Dive.
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How Cotopaxi navigated remediation of a tier 1 supplier
The outdoor apparel and accessories brand chose remediation over removal to avoid exacerbating negative worker impacts, an executive said.
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Monogram Foods taps Kellogg veteran as supply chain head
Larry Elliott will oversee strategic sourcing, logistics and customer service and continuous improvement at the company.
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DHL will pay $8.7M to settle allegations it gave Black workers more dangerous assignments
While Black workers moved “large, heavy packages,” their White colleagues sorted letters, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleged.
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Lululemon shutters Washington distribution center
The retailer is laying off nearly 130 employees, but a spokesperson said some will relocate to its new Los Angeles location and other facilities.
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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.