Report: E-commerce demand driving warehouse siting shifts

FedEx is set to build its largest U.S. distribution center in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley, which in recent years has become home to a rapidly growing number of retailer and shipper warehouses.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 9, 2016

Why Wal-Mart is a retail sustainability leader (but doesn't really want to talk about it)

The retail giant boasts an impressive sustainability record, but the company is strictly business about its accomplishments — for good reason, experts say.

By Kelsey Lindsey • Aug. 9, 2016

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The state of retail returns

Retailers of all sizes are streamlining operations so customers can have a smooth return experience. 

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Honeywell reportedly eyeing JDA Software acquisition

The rumored negotiations follow just weeks after Honeywell purchased warehouse automation firm Intelligrated for $1.5 billion.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 8, 2016

Amazon launches branded Prime Air cargo delivery fleet

A Boeing 767-300 dubbed Amazon One will make its inaugural flight during Seattle’s annual Seafair Air Show.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 5, 2016

White House voices support for 'safe integration' of drones

Project Wing, Google's drone delivery project, will also be tested at an FAA-appoved site in the U.S.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 2, 2016

The real reason Amazon is phasing out MSRPs

The e-commerce goliath is taking steps to stop listing manufacturers' suggested retail prices. Some speculate it's paving the way to raise its prices, but that's not the Amazon that experts know.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 1, 2016

DHL earmarks $137m to expand e-commerce logistics footprint in US

The German shipping firm will build eight new distribution centers in the U.S. to accommodate cross-border e-commerce demands.

By Dan O'Shea • July 27, 2016

Amazon teams up with UK government for drone delivery tests

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has not yet allowed Amazon to conduct similar trials.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2016

DHL, Daimler test e-commerce deliveries to smart car trunks

Online shoppers specify product delivery to their parked vehicle, and DHL delivery drivers are given one-time keyless access to the trunk of the drop-off car through a dedicated app.

By Dan O'Shea • July 25, 2016

7-Eleven beats Amazon to first FAA-approved drone delivery

The convenience retailer teamed with drone operator Flirtey to bring Slurpees, donuts, coffee and a chicken sandwich to a family in Nevada.

By Dan O'Shea • July 24, 2016

Target taps Apple supply chain vet to boost logistics

The retailer is hiring away supply chain and logistics executives from the best in the business—Apple and Amazon.

By Daphne Howland • July 21, 2016

UPS testing Saturday residential deliveries

The shipping giant is exploring options to adapt its business to an environment reshaped by e-commerce trends.

By Dan O'Shea • July 17, 2016

Retailers fill warehouse vacancies at record rate

Rent increases are especially keen in areas most heavily served by same-day delivery companies.

By Daphne Howland • July 13, 2016

Why retail has a growing reverse supply chain problem—and how to fix it

As consumers move online to order goods, retailers are grappling with the growing problem, and cost, of return waste. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 12, 2016

Eyeing e-commerce efficiencies, Nordstrom buys stake in software platform

The department store has promised cost-cutting and investments to improve its e-commerce margins.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2016

When retailers compete on price, they really pay for it

Retailers continue to cut prices to drive traffic into stores. But experts contend they can't compete on discounts forever, meaning merchants must get creative to survive and advance.

By Daphne Howland • July 6, 2016

Honeywell buys into warehouse automation with $1.5b Intelligrated deal

Intelligrated serves customers including Amazon, United Parcel Service and Nordstrom.

By Dan O'Shea • July 4, 2016

Casper mattress startup to sell in West Elm stores

Casper has raised nearly $71 million in venture capital and last year generated $100 million in revenues.

By Daphne Howland • July 1, 2016

UPS expanding locker pickup to 300 new locations

UPS's Smart Locker program offers an alternative package pickup location to e-commerce shoppers who live in residences where front-door delivery is not possible.

By Dan O'Shea • June 30, 2016

Wal-Mart expands two-day shipping nationwide, offers free trial

Following a limited rollout, Wal-Mart's ShippingPass is launching across the U.S. just weeks before rival Amazon holds its next Prime Day sale event.

By Dan O'Shea • June 29, 2016

Retailers protest newly proposed food stamp rules

While grocery store chains and Wal-Mart would be unfazed by the proposed changes, small stores say they can’t handle them.

By Daphne Howland • June 28, 2016

Forever 21 loses shipping partner amid slowing business

EZ Worldwide Express claims it can't continue to support Forever 21 due to the fast fashion retailer's slowing business.

By Dan O'Shea • June 27, 2016

E-commerce growth driving investors to REITs

As e-commerce firms require more space for logistics and fulfillment, mutual funds are moving money into real estate investment trusts that own warehouse space.

By Dan O'Shea • June 26, 2016

FAA outlines drone rules, e-commerce delivery ambitions stuck in holding pattern

The Federal Aviation Administration's 624-page rulebook doesn't cover drones designed for e-commerce delivery purposes, which likely will have to wait for later rulemaking.

By Dan O'Shea • June 21, 2016

Amazon Prime Now expands to Paris, earns wrath of city officials

The mayor of Paris is lambasting the e-commerce giant for threatening the livelihood of local merchants, and not giving officials adequate notice of the launch.

By Dan O'Shea • June 20, 2016