Operations Management
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The scoop on cold chain: Why Unilever’s spinoff offers supply chain upside
Without the ice cream business, the company's operations become "a lot easier from a control standpoint," one expert said.
By S.L. Fuller • April 19, 2024 -
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Sportsman’s Warehouse cuts SKUs, vendors to support inventory strategy
The retailer has been rationalizing its stock in several product areas, including fishing, to improve productivity.
By Kelly Stroh • April 19, 2024 -
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TrendlineInventory Management
See how various companies have adjusted their inventories throughout several economic bullwhips.
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OpinionWhy embracing vertical and horizontal integration matters for supply chains
Companies can achieve a delicate balance between control and flexibility by combining the two strategies, helping them adapt to market shifts.
By Daniel Sokolovsky • April 18, 2024 -
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Companies should increase emphasis on upskilling for AI, report says
Businesses currently have an unbalanced approach, with many planning to lean on new talent to handle AI adoption, according to The Adecco Group.
By Carolyn Crist • April 17, 2024 -
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Cardinal Health breaks ground on 4th Ohio distribution center
The 350,000-square-foot facility will be equipped with automated logistics technology from Honeywell.
By S.L. Fuller • April 16, 2024 -
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Manufacturing could be short 1.9M workers if the talent gap isn’t fixed
Companies need millions of workers in operations and tech roles, according to a study. Experts worry the industry can’t keep up.
By Kate Magill • April 16, 2024 -
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Walmart brings autonomous forklifts to 4 distribution centers
The Fox Robotics technology is being deployed in Florida, Texas, New York and Alabama after a 16-month pilot.
By Alejandra Salgado • April 16, 2024 -
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Henkel eyes cost savings with streamlined supply chain
The Germany-based CPG has already reduced a number of production lines and cut roughly 100 contract manufacturers.
By Alejandra Salgado • April 15, 2024 -
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The great stagnation: Workers feel replaceable amid hiring push
A disconnect between employer perceptions and worker realities around advancement points to an opportunity for worker upskilling, a report said.
By Carolyn Crist • April 15, 2024 -
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Employee sentiment rebounds, likely reducing exits, consulting firm says
Although positive sentiment remains lower than in early 2023, workers may be less likely to leave their jobs during the next two quarters.
By Carolyn Crist • April 15, 2024 -
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Oracle adds AI-powered tools to supply chain platform
The software giant's March update included features like description generation and supplier recommendations.
By Kelly Stroh • April 12, 2024 -
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Employers worry training won’t keep pace with tech advancement
Business leaders responding to a survey said it’s never been so hard to plan for future talent requirements.
By Carolyn Crist • April 11, 2024 -
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Instant Pot names supply chain EVP
The company said Rudy Sumarli, hired from Newell Brands, has deep experience in the consumer packaged goods space.
By Alejandra Salgado • April 9, 2024 -
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ERP transition woes batter Lamb Weston’s financial performance
Lower fulfillment rates hurt net sales by $135 million as the company experienced inventory visibility challenges.
By Max Garland • April 9, 2024 -
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Academy Sports and Outdoors bolsters supply chain leadership with new board member
Monique Picou is the VP of Google Cloud supply chain and operations at Google’s parent, Alphabet.
By S.L. Fuller • April 9, 2024 -
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Amazon to credit sellers impacted by low inventory fee in April
The company said the new charge's first month will be a transition period to help businesses adjust their stocking approach as needed.
By Max Garland • April 5, 2024 -
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JLL promotes sourcing leader to the C-suite
Michael Raphael will manage procurement activities and annual spending for the company and its clients.
By S.L. Fuller • April 4, 2024 -
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Chester’s Chicken hires EVP of supply chain
Since Bill Rice joined the chain in January, the chicken brand has already launched a supply chain optimization study.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • April 3, 2024 -
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GXO signs on Dexterity, explores AI applications
The warehouse logistics provider is piloting solutions for productivity and workforce management.
By Kelly Stroh • April 2, 2024 -
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Burlington to open its biggest distribution center
The automated facility is part of a larger push to increase productivity.
By S.L. Fuller • April 2, 2024 -
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Big Lots opens buying offices in China, Vietnam
The retailer said the initiative will create a stronger platform for overseas procurement and generate significant operational cost savings.
By Nate Delesline III • April 2, 2024 -
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In the US, companies may lead the ‘right to disconnect’ movement, leaders say
Ultimately, “right to disconnect” laws are about company culture, said Alan King, president and CEO of Workplace Options.
By Ginger Christ • April 1, 2024 -
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Walmart letting businesses tap into its route optimization tech
The move to sell its proprietary AI-driven software contributes to the retailer’s business diversification strategy.
By Larry Avila • April 1, 2024 -
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Manufacturing is ‘highly likely in our next growth cycle’: March PMI
The industry was buoyed by a rise in demand and production rates last month, encouraging manufacturers to invest more in capacity.
By Kate Magill • April 1, 2024 -
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ColumnDon’t underestimate the power of mentors
Individuals across every facet of the supply chain can add value and elevate your career.
By Rich Weissman • April 1, 2024
