India's bustling e-commerce transactions and a planned new national tax system that's expected to boost freight movement are prompting Deutsche Post DHL Group to expand warehouse capacity in one of the world's fastest growing major economies.
Auburn University's Center for Supply Chain Innovation and the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), in partnership with DC Velocity, have released their seventh annual "State of the Retail Supply Chain" report. The report provides analysis of the front-burner issues facing America's retail supply chains, according to RILA. It also highlights tools and leading practices to compete in an evolving marketplace.
IKEA plans to test selling its products on websites other than its own, the head of brand and strategy owner Inter IKEA Group says, as the world's biggest home furnishing retailer targets more online customers.
Almost half of online shoppers in the U.S. are now purchasing from international retailers, a UPS study has found. So, while it's no secret that e-commerce is redefining the national economy, this latest information suggests that even borders are under pressure.
It only makes sense that The 3M Company, with a business model resting almost entirely upon technology, would eventually get around to deploying it as a tool for realizing new operating efficiencies, while meeting rising customer demands for service.
Sock manufacturer Wigwam says it has been in the business of protecting the environment and using sustainable manufacturing practices for 112 years, but just recently discovered a significant - and easily solvable - sustainability problem: quality checks.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. executives last week reassured workers they remained integral to the company's success as they highlighted investments in online sales and other technology to compete with rivals like Amazon.com Inc.
A tobacco company and a Canadian convenience store chain are beta-testing ultrahigh-frequency (UHF) radio frequency identification-based smart-shelf technology to track the stock of goods on store shelves.