Ethical Supply Chains
Retailers are committed to responsible sourcing and eliminating forced labor from global supply chains through stronger transparency, accountability, and international cooperation.
Focus Area
Retail Supply Chain
RILA works with retail supply chain leaders and policymakers to strengthen the resilience and efficiency of global retail logistics networks. We address transportation policy, trade regulations, infrastructure, and distribution challenges affecting the movement of goods across the retail supply chain.
Our Focus
Advancing Retail’s Supply Chain Policy Priorities
Key initiatives shaping transportation, trade, logistics, and supply chain resilience.
Transportation and Infrastructure
Retailers rely on efficient transportation networks to move goods and serve customers. RILA supports policies that modernize ports, railways, and highways to strengthen supply chains and support local economies.
International Trade
Retailers depend on global trade to keep products affordable and supply chains resilient. Learn how RILA works with policymakers to support fair trade policies, open markets, and global competitiveness for the retail industry.
Securing and Growing the Retail Supply Chain
Retailers depend on global supply chains to keep products moving efficiently and affordably. RILA advocates for policies that reduce trade barriers, strengthen logistics infrastructure, and ensure retailers can reliably source and deliver goods to customers.
Navigating Retail Supply Chain Challenges
Retailers have worked year-round to overcome these challenges, but unfortunately, a new challenge is on the horizon. We continue to work together with our retail members, policymakers, and supply chain stakeholders to help the industry navigate these significant challenges and meet the needs of families and communities.
Retail Supply Chain Policy Updates
RILA monitors legislative and regulatory developments that could impact retail supply chains, including transportation policy, cargo theft prevention, trade policy, and logistics infrastructure.
Get Involved
Supply Chain
RILA’s supply chain committees bring together retail operations leaders to address the logistics, distribution, and trade challenges shaping the global retail supply chain. Members share insights and collaborate on strategies that improve efficiency and resilience.
Chief Store Officers Council
A leadership forum for senior retail executives responsible for store operations to share insights and address the evolving challenges of running retail’s front lines.Distribution Committee
Retail distribution leaders collaborate on warehouse operations, fulfillment strategies, and innovations in distribution network management.International Trade and Customs Committee
Trade and import compliance experts collaborate on global trade policy, tariffs, and customs regulations affecting retail supply chains.Inventory & Demand Planning Leaders Council
Retail forecasting and planning leaders collaborate on demand planning, inventory optimization, and data-driven supply chain strategies.Supply Chain Conference Advisory Board
Retail supply chain executives collaborate on logistics strategy, distribution, and operational performance to strengthen resilience, improve efficiency, and navigate evolving supply chain challenges.Supply Chain Leaders Council
Senior retail supply chain leaders collaborate on global logistics strategy, innovation, and long-term transformation to improve resilience, efficiency, and competitive advantage.Transportation & Logistics Committee
Retail transportation executives collaborate to improve freight movement, reduce disruptions, and shape infrastructure policy that keeps supply chains efficient and competitive.Upcoming Events
RILA Committee and Council Events
Events, calls, and webinars for Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) member committees and councils. Non-members interested in joining can contact our membership team.
Retail Works for All of Us
Our Public Policy Priorities
Supporting Free Markets & Fair Trade
RILA advances policies that promote global trade, fair competition, supply chain resilience, and innovation across the retail industry.
Investing in People
Retailers invest in people through workforce innovation, career development, and policies that expand opportunity for workers while strengthening communities across the country.
Ensuring a Safe, Sustainable Future
Retailers support policies that strengthen product safety, protect consumer privacy, and promote responsible environmental stewardship across the retail industry.
Leading in Communities
RILA advances policies that strengthen communities, support public safety, and promote responsible environmental stewardship while helping retailers contribute to local economic growth.
Our Centers
Strategic initiatives advancing retail leadership
Through the Retail Litigation Center, Retail Compliance Center, and Retail Communities Foundation, RILA advances compliance, legal advocacy, and community impact across the retail industry.
Retail Supply Chain Insights
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How the War in Iran impacts retail supply chains
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Why Supply Chain Executives Should Rethink Internal Systems
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What the flurry of new trade deals could mean
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What happens to Trump’s IEEPA tariffs if he loses in court
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Harnessing AI for Precision Forecasting in Retail
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Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs – What Comes Next
