OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN

Stater Bros. expands AI replenishment beyond stores
A regional Southern California grocer is extending the reach of artificial intelligence in its supply chain.
Kroger fully expands Uber delivery
Kroger and Uber are following through with the introduction of online delivery from Kroger banner stores on the Uber Eats, Uber and Postmates apps.

Walmart brings ultrafast drone delivery to Houston

Walmart is not taking a pause in efforts to spread on-demand drone delivery across the U.S.
Amazon offers portable RFID 'Just Walk Out' lanes for pop-up venues

Amazon is launching a portable cashier-free shopping experience that can go on the road with events and pop-ups.
AI security eliminates store break-ins for Big Brand Tire & Service

A tire and automotive services retailer is preventing burglaries and reducing property crimes at a high-risk location with help from artificial intelligence.
FedEx: AI grows in importance for returns

Consumers are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools and no-box, no label options when they return products.
Import cargo volume expected to remain down year over year until spring

Following “chronic uncertainty” from increased U.S. tariffs in 2025, the impact on cargo imports in 2026 is likely to still be affected by trade policy.
Walmart to expand drone delivery to an additional 150 stores nationwide

Walmart continues to expand its partnership with Wing, an on-demand drone delivery provider powered by Google parent company Alphabet.
7-Eleven, Ace Hardware, Rainbow Shops streamline frontline workflows

Several major retailers are enhancing their management of frontline operations using technology from Workday.
The RealReal reduces asset protection expenses with AI-powered video security

A leading luxury resale platform is leveraging artificial intelligence-enabled video to streamline inventory intake.