American Eagle Outfitters Invests in Logistics Amidst Supply Chain Woes

As the supply chain continues to see turbulence, American Eagle Outfitters Strengthens its logistics operations with the acquisition of Quiet Logistics.

November 2, 2021

American Eagle Outfitters (AEO)

Kasto Adobe Stock Shopping With Mask 6172d3bf772b5

kasto/Adobe Stock

The supply chain industry is still dealing with significant disruption, prompting retailers and brands to invest in strengthening their logistics and supply chain operations. American Eagle Outfitters acquires Quiet Logistics to push supply chain resilience and capabilities. The logistics company remains a separate entity, serving other brands and retailers and currently operates in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, St. Louis and Jacksonville. AEO also recently invested in a shipping company.

Per Businesswire:

American Eagle Outfitters announced it has agreed to acquire Quiet Logistics, Inc. and strategic investments, for $350 million in cash.
AEO expects the transaction to be accretive in the first full year post-closing. Quiet Logistics will be a wholly-owned AEO subsidiary and will continue to run its business independently. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act and is expected to close prior to year end.

Women In Supply Chain Vertical Color

Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award

This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!

Adobe Stock 323829328

Alexis Asks: The Surge of E-Commerce Shipping

Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Strategies that implement efficiency enhancing tools will be the ones to keep up in the coming years.

Structural vs. Roll Form Steel: Labeling Insights for Both Racking Types

Structural vs. Roll Form Steel: Labeling Insights for Both Racking Types

Both structural steel and roll form steel warehouse racking offer distinct advantages depending on your operation’s needs.

Adobe Stock 202513980

Panasonic Connect Highlights New Automated Manufacturing Solution

Panasonic Connect North America introduces new NPM-GH Pick-and-Place machine. The robotic surface-mount technology is the latest addition to Panasonic Connect’s autonomous factory lineup.

Adobe Stock 479718287

Acquisition Broadens Stord's DTC and B2B Fulfillment Capabilities

By integrating ProPack's extensive network and expertise, Stord expands its reach and capabilities, further enhancing its logistics infrastructure and services to its customers.

Adobe Stock 716542218 (1)

The Next AI Revolution: Helping Businesses Manage Excess Stock

AI-powered functionalities can operate both proactively—ensuring excess stock doesn’t recur—and reactively—helping teams redistribute excess stock moving forward.

Adobe Stock 260955661

Netstock Launches Excess Redistribution to Help Optimize Inventory

Excess Redistribution analyzes an organization’s existing and forecasted stock, enabling planners to intelligently relocate and rebalance supply to best meet demand and free up working capital.

Adobe Stock 751070517

77% of Consumers Will Abandon Retailers After a Failed Big and Bulky Delivery

This report discusses how the 'big and bulky' retail landscape has undergone unparalleled transformations in recent years due to shifts in consumer behavior.

Discover how to not only survive but thrive amid uncertainty

Discover how to not only survive but thrive amid uncertainty

Watch Nulogy’s on-demand webinar to learn how automation can be transformative for your co-pack business, particularly in times of economic challenge.

1710187195671

MODEX 2024: Extending the Spectrum of Supply Chain

From warehouse racking and electric material handling vehicles to robot dogs and software solutions, the name of this year's theme seemed truly fitting— MODEX 2024 was full spectrum.

Adobe Stock 238868017

4 Major Shifts in Warehouse Robotics

Here are four key developments that have shifted warehouse robotics from expensive, bleeding-edge endeavors to more accessible, proven options that can serve the needs of both small-to-medium size projects.

Adobe Stock 265482901 (1)

What is the Current State of Inventory Management?

While inventory optimization is not the same as inventory reduction, the high average levels of inventory are a sure lagging indicator that inventory optimization is still much discussed but little realized.

Trew Tgw Stingray Na

Trew Unveils Newest TGW Stingray ASRS Shuttle

The newest Stingray shuttle system incorporates inventive energy recovery technologies and sustainable material in a design that allows for multi-deep storage and high-capacity throughput.

Anyware Robotics Pixmo With Add On

Anyware Robotics' Pixmo Robots Add-On to Further Increase Container Unloading Throughput

Anyware Robotics announces a major add-on for its Pixmo robotic solution for truck and container unloading.

Structural vs. Roll Form Steel: Labeling Insights for Both Racking Types

Structural vs. Roll Form Steel: Labeling Insights for Both Racking Types

Both structural steel and roll form steel warehouse racking offer distinct advantages depending on your operation’s needs.

Bps Global Team At Warehouse

Warehouse Automation for People, Not Just Profits

Rather than rushing to adopt automation for productivity gains alone, supply chain leaders see 2024 as an opportunity to tailor automation, AI and other emerging innovations to complement staff skills.

Adobe Stock 449741015 (1)

Flux Power Battery Pack for Narrow Aisle Forklifts

Flux Power Holdings, Inc. unveils new second-generation lithium-ion battery pack for Class II narrow aisle forklifts and Class I 4-wheel counterbalance forklifts.

Libertyrob

Liberty Robotics Launches Flagship Suite of Robotic Solutions

Liberty Robotics Inc. unveils its flagship suite of robotic palletizing and depalletizing solutions, VPick™ and VPack™, which use state-of-the-art AI vision systems to enhance warehouse efficiency and reliability.

Adobe Stock 321630349 (1)

How Generative AI Will Impact Warehouse Automation

An AI-powered automation solution would translate to a more connected and dependable warehouse while bringing down the initial cost as well as total cost of ownership.

Adobe Stock 617467683

ABCO Expands Order Fulfillment Technology in Distribution

This strategic move is set to expand ABCO 's reach within the Warehousing and Distribution industry by bringing faster, more accurate and cost-effective technologies to a wider audience.

Adobe Stock 321466903

Reelables Launches Active Bluetooth 4”x 8” Shipping Label

Now logistics providers, cargo forwarders, manufacturers and retailers can print shipping labels with an integrated Bluetooth tracker and trace cargo.

Adobe Stock 623827973 (1)

The Scope of Warehouse Automation in Western Markets

Given that China is forecast to account for the largest amount of revenue growth between 2022 to 2027, it’s more important than ever for automation vendors to gain a clear understanding of the market as a whole.

Adobe Stock 210990152

Top Retention Strategies for Warehousing Revealed in New Survey

Seventy-one percent of workers show high motivation for continuous learning at work, with an impressive 86% of logistics and warehouse managers sharing the same level of enthusiasm.

Adobe Stock 682459388

Alexis Asks: Are Returns a Nightmare in Disguise?

Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Remaining proactive in the planning and management of inventory can be a foundation to optimize returns.

Snap Fulfil Techdinamics

Partnership Provides Rate Shopping and Transportation Management Capabilities

Synergy Logistics partners with Techdinamics to provide customers with integrated rate shopping and transportation management capabilities.

Adobe Stock 265482901

How Can Digital Tools Optimize Inventories?

Digital tools in the right hands and used in the right way can significantly help optimize inventories and the building of a resilient supply chain.

Adobe Stock 536777421 (1)

Order Management System Built for On-Demand Production

The OrderMesh platform is designed to support retailers, marketplaces, manufacturers and eCommerce brands as they broaden their product offerings and streamline order processing.