OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN

Retailers rush to get goods in ahead of possible strike at ports
Monthly inbound cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports could see a near-record surge this month as retailers bring in merchandise ahead of a potential strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports this fall.
eTail Boston 2024 – AI loses its novelty, gains acceptance
Artificial intelligence may not yet be plumbing, but speakers at the eTail Boston 2024 conference indicated it is beyond the shiny and new stage.

Amazon to pilot one-hour delivery in the U.K.

Amazon is testing the viability of Prime Air one-hour drone delivery in a European nation.
Gartner: What drives supply chain network changes?

A new survey of chief supply chain officers from Gartner Inc. provides insight into their strategic decisions.
Tractor Supply Company streamlines store operations with AI

Tractor Supply Company is expanding its use of artificial intelligence to enhance the customer and employee experience.
Best Buy offers live delivery tracking for large items

Best Buy Co. has added a new feature that lets customers track the delivery and installation of large products such as big screen TVs, refrigerators, washers and dryers.
Amazon’s peak season fulfillment fees to start in October

Amazon will implement peak season fees for third-party sellers that use its mix of fulfillment services for the third consecutive year.
Survey: Supply chain execs focused on leveraging tech to boost productivity

Managing operational costs and labor shortages and leveraging new technology are among the top priorities for supply chain executives.
Ibotta will provide Instacart customers third-party coupons

A mobile rewards and payments platform is expanding its presence in the online delivery space.
Report: California legislators pass package of bills targeting retail theft

Ten bills targeting retail theft and property-related offenses have been sent to Gov. Gavin Newsom for sign-off after being passed by California Legislature.