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Where USPS’ network overhaul stands after consolidation pause
The agency will continue work this year at several existing and operating facilities throughout the country.
By Max Garland • May 29, 2024 -
Williams-Sonoma makes strides in delivery efficiency
The retailer limited instances of shipments originating from out-of-market areas and multiple deliveries per order in Q1.
By Max Garland • May 24, 2024 -
Trendline
AI in Supply Chain Management
Warehouse automation, logistics management and digital twins are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.
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1-800-Flowers.com offsets delivery rate hikes with logistics optimization
The gift provider's efforts include placing inventory closer to end customers as it looks to mitigate fuel surcharges and other fees.
By Max Garland • May 23, 2024 -
Shipping carrier diversification benefits Lulus in Q1
The fashion brand has added more delivery providers in recent quarters to offset rising shipping costs.
By Max Garland • May 23, 2024 -
Delivery carrier SpeedX pursues growth with zone-skipping service
The company expects to triple or quadruple its volumes this year as it competes with the likes of FedEx and UPS.
By Max Garland • May 22, 2024 -
Walmart fires back at Amazon in fast delivery race
The retailer delivered 4.4 billion items over the past 12 months with either same-day or next-day speeds.
By Max Garland • May 20, 2024 -
Baltimore bridge collapse
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 -
USPS pauses processing network consolidation until 2025
The agency halted the transfer of some operations at local plants to regional hubs amid lawmaker scrutiny and service woes.
By Max Garland • May 14, 2024 -
Deep Dive
UPS and FedEx battle over small business customers while Amazon looms
The delivery rivals are fighting to gain share in the lucrative volume segment as their relationships with larger shippers evolve.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2024 -
USPS plans 25% average price hike for Parcel Select shippers
The ground delivery offering has been the target of controversial changes that would impact key shipping partners like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2024 -
FedEx Express flags US delivery delays after severe weather
Disruptions are possible for shipments with a May 9 commitment after "hazardous operating conditions" challenged a key hub in Tennessee.
By Max Garland • May 9, 2024 -
Etsy pushes for delivery date precision with new machine learning model
The initiative could help the e-commerce marketplace shake its reputation as a laggard when it comes to shipping time frames.
By Max Garland • May 8, 2024 -
USPS wants to make controversial changes to shipping partner deals this month
The agency's leader told consolidators on March 27 that he is pursuing agreements within 45 days on a plan that has sparked cost and service concerns.
By Max Garland • May 3, 2024 -
UPS, FedEx fuel surcharge hikes to heat up delivery prices
The tweaks come on top of percentage increases the two delivery giants levied in December as they look to grow per-package revenues.
By Max Garland • May 2, 2024 -
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.
By Max Garland • May 1, 2024 -
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.
By Max Garland • May 1, 2024 -
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.
By Max Garland • April 30, 2024 -
Ship Essential readies to expand fulfillment, same-day delivery reach
The Brooklyn, New York, 3PL will be launching operations in Los Angeles before the end of April, according to its founder.
By Max Garland • April 25, 2024 -
White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization
Federal funds will support the electrification of ports and electric truck charging infrastructure, among other projects.
By Larry Avila • April 24, 2024 -
GLS US launches direct delivery to and from Europe
The carrier integrated its services with its parent's European network, which could help it stand out among FedEx and UPS alternatives.
By Max Garland • April 24, 2024 -
Lowe’s taps DoorDash for on-demand deliveries
The partnership marks DoorDash’s entry into the home improvement category as the company grows its roster of retailers.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 24, 2024 -
FedEx to shutter 4 Florida facilities in July
More than 200 employees will be impacted by the decision as the delivery giant continues to trim operating costs.
By Max Garland • April 22, 2024 -
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The last mile: Your first critical step to delivering cost savings and profit
Last mile delivery is the most critical — and most expensive — part of the shipping process.
April 22, 2024 -
US Postal Service head vows better performance amid scrutiny of network overhaul
Lawmakers pressed Louis DeJoy for answers as markets like Atlanta struggle to adjust in the thick of the agency's "Delivering for America" plan.
By Max Garland • April 19, 2024 -
Amazon leapfrogs UPS and 4 other takeaways from a top shipping index
Market conditions are leading to shifts in U.S. volume share with some upstarts gaining ground, according to new parcel delivery data from Pitney Bowes.
By Max Garland • April 17, 2024