Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-04-07

Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.

How UPS is using AI, from shipper pricing to customs clearance

As the carrier embraces AI and data analytics across its operations, it's training employees on how to better wield new technologies, a UPS executive said.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

Ulta doubled store fulfillment capabilities in 2025

The beauty retailer grew its ship-from-store program to 1,000 stores in fiscal year 2025, while its fulfillment center footprint remained flat compared to 2024.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

Hormel modernizes supply chain with AI planning platform

The branded food company is using o9’s forecasting tools to model demand drivers, reduce manual overrides and sharpen seasonal forecast accuracy.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

Pandora’s Canada distribution center to help bypass US tariffs

Previously, online orders destined for Canada had to pass through U.S. customs.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

UPS sets limits on driver buyouts in deal with Teamsters union

The carrier has agreed to cap the number of buyout payments to 7,500 drivers under a program it says has received "strong interest across the country."

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

Cyberattack hits Hasbro, impacting orders and shipping

The major U.S. toymaker and entertainment company is still working to assess if company data was stolen in the attack.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

How FedEx, UPS shippers can limit fuel surcharge pressures

Securing discounts, trimming overall delivery charges and tapping alternative carriers are among the methods customers should explore, experts said.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

Trump slaps steep tariffs on patented drug imports

The 100% tariff will go into effect on July 31 for several major pharmaceutical companies — with full-scale implementation to begin in September.

Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare

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