SUPPLY CHAIN

E-commerce platforms enable direct-to-consumer alcohol sales

BigCommerce and Square are both launching programs to facilitate online wine and liquor transactions, including delivery.
Bed Bath & Beyond targets sustainability, inclusivity

Bed Bath & Beyond is unveiling its first-ever comprehensive environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy, including a new VP of ESG role.

Walmart puts premium on warehouse safety with wearable tech

Walmart is putting a spotlight on employee safety with a wearable technology program it is implementing in its distribution centers.
Uber Eats to expand assortment with Gopuff partnership

Uber Technologies is collaborating with on-demand delivery platform Gopuff to provide Uber Eats customers with everyday essentials.
Walgreens now delivers 24,000 items in under two hours

Walgreens is expanding the assortment offered in its same-day delivery program.
Kroger enters Walmart, Amazon airspace with drone pilot

Kroger is preparing to offer grocery delivery via autonomous drones, with a targeted twist.
Tanger chooses Fillogic to handle online fulfillment for its outlets

After testing a Fillogic micro-distribution hub at its Deer Park Center in Long Island, Tanger Factory Outlets has announced it will expand the third-party logistics company’s system across its entire portfolio.
Macy’s brings wine out of the cellar to your door

Macy’s is replacing its Macy’s Wine Cellar online subscription program with a new online wine store.
Quick-service franchise operator serves up fresh data

Franchise Management Inc. is enabling data-driven decision-making across the entire enterprise.
Best Buy opens its first zero-waste facility

Best Buy continues to make its business more sustainable.
Carvana expands in South, Southwest

An omnichannel platform or buying and selling used cars is extending its reach in Alabama, Florida, and Utah.
Gartner: How to build a ‘fit’ supply chain

Fit supply chains will thrive in the face of continuing disruption, while fragile supply chains will fall behind.
Lowe’s in spring hiring blitz

Lowe's Companies is giving a big boost to its workforce during the busiest season for home improvements.
Walmart increases funding access for minority-owned suppliers

Walmart is introducing an early invoice payment program aimed at diverse supply chain partners.

News and analysis about retail supply chain management and logistics issues.