Manufacturing
Manufacturing sector news can be a leading indicator for supply chain managers looking for information about supplier capacity, production challenges, inventory tactics, and other operations trends. Are you a manufacturing executive looking for further coverage of the sector? See our sister publication manufacturingdive.com.
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Top supply chain risks and trends to follow in 2026
Explore how tariff changes, key supply shortages and volatile logistics capacity will test network resilience in this roundup of deep dives from Supply Chain Dive.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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McCormick tackles $50M tariff hit through pricing, other measures
The spice maker will stick with its 2025 playbook to mitigate tariff impacts this year, including alternative sourcing and other supply chain initiatives.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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TrendlineSupply Chain Technology Adoption
Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.
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Chipmakers have mixed reactions to Trump’s phase-one tariffs
Nvidia supported Trump’s plan to implement 25% duties on certain AI chips, while others remain quiet.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 28, 2026 -
WD-40 eyes distribution center optimization to cut delivery costs
The household products company said structural changes to its network won’t have a major impact on capital expenses because the facilities are outsourced to 3PLs.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 28, 2026 -
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Deep DiveSupply chain shortages: What’s at risk in 2026?
Procurement teams will be tested by constraints touching critical minerals, memory chips, beef and other supplies throughout the year.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 28, 2026 -
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GM’s Buick Envision production shifting from China to US in 2028
Onshoring production is designed in part to mitigate tariffs driving up the price of the compact SUV.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 26, 2026 -
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Major factory construction projects to watch in 2026
TSMC, Micron, Samsung, Lilly and others are set to break ground on or open new facilities this year.
By Sakshi Udavant • Jan. 22, 2026 -
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PepsiCo uses digital twins to trial plant changes
The multiyear pilot with Nvidia and Siemens creates physics-accurate 3D replicas of U.S. plants and warehouses, with plans to eventually expand globally.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 20, 2026 -
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OpenAI seeks US suppliers for AI supply chain
The AI giant launched an RFP seeking domestic suppliers to build out AI hardware, robotics components and data center capacity.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 20, 2026 -
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Canada to reduce tariffs on China EVs
The lower levies are part of a broader trade pact that Canada says will drive investment in electric vehicle supply chains, protect jobs and bolster agricultural exports to China.
By Eric Walz • Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Birkenstock warns tariffs will hurt more in 2026
The footwear maker expects selective price hikes, supply chain efficiencies and growth in the Asia-Pacific region to soften the impact.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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US caps Taiwan tariffs at 15%
The limit would apply to both reciprocal and sector-specific duties, per the Commerce Department, although the implementation timeline remains unclear.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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Trump issues 25% tariffs on narrow range of semiconductors
The levies, effective Jan. 15, do not cover products used for data centers and consumer applications, per a proclamation signed Wednesday.
By Antone Gonsalves , Phil Neuffer • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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J&J adds 2 US manufacturing plants to investment plans
The pharmaceutical giant said it will build production facilities in North Carolina and Pennsylvania as part of its broader $55 billion investment commitment.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 15, 2026 -
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AI, tech expand career options for women in supply chain
Emerging technologies require new processes and operating models, creating a “huge opportunity” for women in the sector, says Berenice Vettore, global chief quality officer at The Estée Lauder Cos.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Tyson agrees to $82.5M settlement in beef price-fixing lawsuit
Meat giants have spent hundreds of millions of dollars to settle claims that they artificially raised prices for years.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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Cyber risks grow as manufacturers turn to AI and cloud systems
Data classification and encryption are essential shields for the highly targeted sector, experts said.
By Sakshi Udavant • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Deep Dive5 supply chain management trends to watch in 2026
Following a year jam-packed with uncertainty, retailers and manufacturers will prioritize cost optimization amid a fragmenting global economic picture.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 8, 2026 -
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Employees say they’re fuzzy on their employers’ AI strategy
Front-line workers in sectors such as retail, healthcare and manufacturing are less likely to use AI than those in “knowledge-based” jobs, according to Gallup.
By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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CBP to cease paper-based refunds
The moves comes as importers continue to wait for a Supreme Court ruling on executive tariff powers that could lead to a rush of refund requests.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 7, 2026 -
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US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI
Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on companies as the U.S.’ recent military operation in Venezuela adds more uncertainty to the mix.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 6, 2026 -
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White House delays furniture tariff increases for a year
The U.S. is pushing back duty increases due to "productive negotiations" with trading partners, keeping the current 25% rate in effect.
By Max Garland • Jan. 2, 2026 -
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US plans fresh China semiconductor tariffs for 2027
The duty rate will be set at least 30 days before the implementation date and stack on top of existing levies, per a Federal Register filing.
By Phil Neuffer • Dec. 24, 2025 -
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Year in picturesTariffs, strikes and tragedies: How 2025 transformed supply chains
Supply chains faced tumult, with changes to U.S. trade policies and labor unrest contributing to a mosaic of uncertainty. Here is a visual look at the busy year.
By Kelly Stroh , Max Garland , Phil Neuffer , Antone Gonsalves , Edwin Lopez , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Lovesac reshores key manufacturing process
The direct-to-consumer furniture retailer plans to start domestic production of core inserts for its primary product line.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 18, 2025
