Risk and Resilience: Page 4

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    Deep Dive

    Mexico’s nearshoring wave is years in the making

    Decades of investments in logistics infrastructure, trade deals and becoming a manufacturing hub are paying off as shippers look to nearshore production.

    By , • Dec. 18, 2023
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    Walmart taps India-based bicycle maker as it ramps up sourcing from the country

    The retailer is planning a supplier summit in New Delhi early next year as it eyes $10 billion in annual exports by 2027.

    By • Dec. 15, 2023
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    Trendline

    Sustainable supply chains

    Amid pressure from consumers, investors and governments, companies are scrambling to measure and reduce the impact of their supply chains on the world.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    As manufacturers turn away from China, Vietnam lures investment

    The country is home to a growing number of factories thanks to its increased use of free trade agreements, tax incentives and competitive labor costs.

    By • Dec. 14, 2023
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    Egg supply at risk again as bird flu hits Cal-Maine, Post Holdings

    The rapid spread of avian influenza is creating production complications for some of the nation's biggest food companies.

    By Nathan Owens • Dec. 14, 2023
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    6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting

    Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    FedEx, UPS delivery truck maker lays off over 900 at three plants

    The first round of job cuts at Morgan Olson’s Michigan, Tennessee and Virginia sites will begin Dec. 22.

    By Sara Samora • Dec. 12, 2023
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    10 minutes with DOT’s multimodal office head

    Deputy Assistant Secretary Allison Dane Camden discussed her background, her new office's staffing and the Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) initiative's progress in an interview.

    By • Dec. 12, 2023
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    Nearshoring apparel: Inside DXL’s pivot to Central America

    The clothing maker is one of many eyeing the region, but economic and policy barriers could stand in the way of greater investment.

    By • Dec. 12, 2023
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    Teamsters, UPS avoid peak season strike in Louisville

    The parcel giant reinstated dozens of terminated union workers at a package sortation hub after a call with the union Friday.

    By • Dec. 11, 2023
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    Teamsters threaten UPS strike in Louisville after layoffs

    The union's leader gave the delivery giant until Monday to rectify the situation impacting a subset of workers at a package sortation hub.

    By • Dec. 8, 2023
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    ‘We need everyone on this journey’: How PepsiCo is reducing water use in its supply chain

    The beverage giant is focused on efficiency in its operations and working with communities, Pepsi’s senior director overseeing water strategy told Supply Chain Dive.

    By • Dec. 7, 2023
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    5 tips for cutting insurance costs amid climate change

    As weather damage increases, firms can upgrade buildings with storm shutters, flood barriers and fire-suppression systems, among other moves to reduce premiums. 

    By Jim Tyson • Dec. 7, 2023
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    Staples cyberattack affected online order deliveries

    The retailer restored several systems last week, and its supply chain is operating normally, a spokesperson told Cybersecurity Dive.

    By David Jones • Dec. 1, 2023
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    Former GM procurement manager convicted in supplier bribery scheme

    Hyoung Nam So was found guilty of securing a $100 million contract for a South Korean auto parts supplier in exchange for millions in cash.

    By • Nov. 30, 2023
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    How a furniture company’s bankruptcy became a logistics nightmare

    After Mitchell Gold Co. ran out of cash, logistics partners storing thousands of products were left without payment — and customers were left waiting for delivery.

    By • Nov. 28, 2023
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    How the US is leveraging its spending power to strengthen supply chains

    Creating demand signals and convening key industry players are critical tools in the government's procurement playbook, a White House adviser told Supply Chain Dive.

    By • Nov. 28, 2023
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    White House creates cabinet-level supply chain council

    After years of focusing on supply chains’ role in the economy, President Joe Biden is expanding high-level meetings on the topic.

    By • Nov. 27, 2023
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    S&P turns negative on Clorox after cyberattack causes shortages

    As the CPG company recovers from significant operational disruptions, analysts warned rebuilding inventory and distribution could be a lengthy process.

    By • Nov. 22, 2023
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    Procurement leaders are prioritizing ESG, but gathering data is ‘increasingly painstaking’: report

    Along with informational challenges, buyers said that they have difficulty finding sustainable suppliers, according to a recent survey released by Amazon.

    By Zoya Mirza • Nov. 22, 2023
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    Toyota, Redwood Materials expand deal to source recycled battery materials

    The automaker is looking to create a circular supply chain that can make use of aging Prius models to help feed its growing electric vehicle production.

    By • Nov. 21, 2023
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    After months in limbo, some products from bankrupt Mitchell Gold may finally reach customers

    Ryder Last Mile won approval to ship the furniture company’s stored merchandise. End customers would again pay for delivery, but Ryder plans to waive storage fees.

    By • Nov. 17, 2023
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    ‘It is everywhere’: Rooting out forced labor from supply chains

    Only half of surveyed procurement executives feel they are making effective progress on modern slavery risks in their sourcing, according to a Gartner report. 

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Better Cotton platform aims to help brands track sourcing

    Nonprofit Better Cotton's goal is to help fashion and textile brands improve traceability within the material's supply chains.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Party City-owned balloon supplier files for bankruptcy

    Anagram entered Chapter 11 amid uncertainty around the manufacturer’s supply contract with the retailer, which is its corporate parent and largest customer.

    By • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Scientists break ground on sand sourcing traceability

    A research team’s findings, reported in Nature last week, could help support certification programs amid concerns about illicit sourcing from sensitive areas.

    By • Nov. 9, 2023