Wolverine Worldwide appoints chief supply chain officer

In the newly created role, Bishu Jayaram will be responsible for the footwear company’s sourcing, distribution and logistics.

By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 22, 2023

Ikea warns of possible out-of-stocks amid Suez Canal crisis

The retailer said that it's prioritizing safety as it considers alternatives to the embattled route.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 22, 2023

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Inside retail supply chains

Companies looking to curry favor with customers, trim logistical expenses and improve efficiency, are reorganizing operations.

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Holiday shelves unaffected by Suez Canal attacks, but retailers anticipate disruptions in the new year

Retail industry groups are monitoring the situation, which is adding time and costs to the supply chain as shippers seek alternative routes.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 20, 2023

Amazon pilots grocery subscription service in 3 cities

The program offers Prime customers unlimited free delivery from Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market on orders over $35 and unlimited 30-minute pickup regardless of order size.

By Sam Silverstein • Dec. 12, 2023

Can robots help workers meet growing fulfillment demands?

How have 3PLs and retailers used autonomous mobile robots to handle peak season e-commerce growth?

Dec. 11, 2023

Amazon cuts referral fees for some apparel sellers

The retailer said the changes are meant to improve the speed of delivery and reduce total costs to serve.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 6, 2023

Best Buy increases reliance on distribution centers for customer delivery

By reducing the share of online orders shipped from stores, the retailer's employees can focus more on customer-facing services, its CEO said.

By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023

Walmart adding parcel stations for faster delivery, greater density

The retailer plans to have more than 40 stations, described as mini post offices, in its stores by the end of 2023.

By Max Garland • Nov. 27, 2023

Walgreens to close some stores for Thanksgiving, joining retail trend

The company’s decision was based in part on employee feedback, an executive said.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 21, 2023

Timberland global brand president to step down

Susie Mulder is leaving the VF Corp.-owned brand after two and a half years.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 10, 2023

Walmart, Amazon see gains in fulfillment pivots as holidays near

The rival retailers are zeroing in on improved speed and efficiencies with changes to their e-commerce fulfillment strategies. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran , Kelly Stroh • Nov. 9, 2023

Sur La Table partners with Walmart GoLocal for same-day delivery

The specialty cookware company will roll out the delivery service across the U.S. by mid-November — just in time for the holidays. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 1, 2023

VF Corp. launches transformation program as some of its key brands falter

Vans remains a pain point for the apparel conglomerate and the company will appoint a new president for the brand as part of its refresh efforts.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 1, 2023

Bankrupt Mitchell Gold and Ryder reach deal on undelivered products

Customers would have to pay the logistics provider to release and deliver goods that in many cases were purchased, with shipping fees, months ago.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 30, 2023

Corrugated box industry cuts a box’s greenhouse gas emissions in half

Corrugated boxes’ environmental impact substantially reduced, greenhouse gas emissions cut in half.

Oct. 30, 2023

UPS to acquire Happy Returns from PayPal

The logistics giant expects to leverage the tech firm’s software and operations expertise as it pushes for a frictionless reverse logistics experience.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 27, 2023

Amazon to integrate drones into fulfillment network for faster delivery

Prime Air drones will deploy at same-day delivery sites rather than standalone facilities as the company scales its use of the emerging transportation method.

By Max Garland • Oct. 23, 2023

Etsy guarantees on-time delivery during the holidays

The e-commerce company is offering full refunds for gifts not delivered by their estimated date.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Oct. 19, 2023

Walgreens names ex-Cigna exec Tim Wentworth CEO

Wentworth, who will become Walgreens CEO effective Oct. 23, is the former CEO of Express Scripts, the pharmacy benefit manager acquired by Cigna in 2018.

By Rebecca Pifer • Oct. 11, 2023

Stitch Fix to lay off 558 in Dallas as it carries out distribution center closures

The apparel e-retailer said it may rehire some of those leaving as it shifts its focus to remaining facilities in Atlanta, Phoenix and Indianapolis.

By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 9, 2023

5 reasons why supply chain execs are buckling down on order accuracy for 2023 peak season

How do your preparations for peak season compare to what other retail leaders are doing?

Sept. 25, 2023

H&M will expand return fees for online orders

The fast-fashion retailer has begun charging customers in the U.S., U.K. and most of Europe, unless they belong to its free loyalty program.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 20, 2023

RH expects no interruption after supplier bankruptcy

The home goods retailer’s CEO said the company doesn’t see any broader supply risks from potential distress among producers in the industry.  

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 18, 2023

Walmart expands Express Delivery to 10 pm

The retailer’s Live Shopper feature lets customers make last-minute changes while their order is being fulfilled.

By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 13, 2023

REI brings on Levi’s vet to lead merchandising team

Jackie Major has joined the retailer as its new vice president of merchandise planning and inventory management.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 13, 2023