Ikea Parent Ingka Group Acquires AI Logistics Firm Locus
Ingka Group, Ikea’s parent company, acquires AI logistics firm Locus to boost home delivery speed, efficiency, and flexibility worldwide.
How AI Is Changing Procurement at Companies Like Turo
AI is transforming procurement by automating invoice tasks, improving data accuracy, and freeing teams for strategic work.
Walmart Launches Cold Medication Delivery Nationwide
Walmart now delivers refrigerated prescriptions like insulin nationwide, offering same-day convenience for millions of U.S. patients.
Inside Walmart’s Nationwide AI Workforce Training Initiative
Walmart’s initiative to offer free, custom AI training and open certification to every U.S. associate rewrites how retailers balance human capital and technology in the age of AI.
What Retailers Will Need from 3PLs in 2026
Retail fulfillment is evolving rapidly; discover what retailers will need from 3PLs in 2026 to thrive in an omnichannel environment.
MIT FreightLab Tackles Trucking’s Toughest Challenges
MIT’s FreightLab partners with industry to turn academic research into freight transportation solutions.
Sustainability Data Gaps Put Supply Chains at Risk
Businesses face rising pressure to prove sustainability with real data as new regulations and stakeholder demands transform supply chain accountability.
Ep. 120 - Discipline, Detail, and Delight: Retail the Walmart Way
Walmart VP Tasha Tandy shares how discipline, empathy, and smart partnerships shape pricing, sourcing, and product innovation. Discover how breakfast trends, clean labels, and holiday favorites create real value for shoppers.
Lina Castaneda on Resilience and Inclusion in Supply Chain Leadership
Lina Castaneda shares how adaptability, continuous learning, and inclusive leadership have shaped her career in supply chain and tech.
Hammacher Schlemmer Begins Liquidation After 175 Years
Hammacher Schlemmer launches going-out-of-business sales with deep discounts, but hints at a future relaunch of the historic retail brand.
Pallet Alliance Saves Millions by Rethinking Pallets
Pallet Alliance uses science, IoT, and strategy to cut costs and improve efficiency in overlooked areas of the supply chain.
How Employee Transportation Perks Boost Productivity and Retention
Companies are leveraging transportation perks and tracking tech to enhance workforce productivity, safety, and morale.
Retail Expansion in 2026: 6 Tech Priorities for Growth
Retailers expanding in 2026 must prioritize IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud-based scalability to stay competitive and customer-ready.
At Home Secures Court Approval for $2B Debt Restructuring
At Home wins U.S. Bankruptcy Court approval for a $2B debt restructuring and sale to lenders, gaining $500M in financing to support operations.
How Instacart Measures Retail Partnership Success
Instacart tailors metrics for each retail partner, focusing on more than sales—like customer loyalty, engagement, and Net Promoter Score (NPS).
Fleet Maintenance 2025: Predictive Tech and EV Challenges
From technician shortages to predictive maintenance, discover how fleets are adapting to rising costs, depot security, and the EV transition in 2025.