Operations Management


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    GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production

    The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.

    By June 11, 2025
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    Trump’s tariffs can stay while appeal weighed, court rules

    Oral arguments are tentatively set for July 31 in the case, which is centered around the president’s authority to impose sweeping duties.

    By June 11, 2025
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    Retail Supply Chains

    Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Dollar General sees ‘big win’ from SKU reduction

    The discount retailer has already cut 1,000 product types from its assortment to make shelf space for in-demand inventory.

    By June 10, 2025
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    Kohl’s shifts inventory strategy to curb tariff impact

    The retailer will adjust orders based on demand while slashing its exposure to countries facing higher U.S. tariffs.

    By June 10, 2025
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    SAP retools its cloud-based ERP to ease migrations

    The software vendor aims to simplify the shift from on-premises systems with line-of-business bundles for supply chain, procurement, finance, HR and CX.

    By Matt Ashare • June 10, 2025
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    Amazon to shutter Nevada fulfillment center in August

    The previously announced closure comes as the e-commerce giant builds a same-day delivery facility in the region. 

    By June 9, 2025
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    Future-proofing your operations: Why warehouse consultations matter

    Future-proof your warehouse with a consultation—boost efficiency, resilience and long-term ROI.

    By Renn Martin • June 9, 2025
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    Businesses revamp procurement amid AI adoption swell

    Most companies are imposing stricter requirements when evaluating AI-powered software compared with other technologies, according to G2.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 6, 2025
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    Lowe’s to maintain competitive pricing structure despite tariffs

    The home improvement retailer is also pushing its global diversification efforts and product evaluations to move production away from China.

    By June 5, 2025
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    Ralph Lauren tackles tariffs with agile supply chain

    The fashion brand can shuffle manufacturing across a network that spans five continents to mitigate the impact of tariffs on costs, said CFO Justin Picicci.

    By June 4, 2025
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    Guitar Center targets optimized inventory planning, visibility

    The retailer will use Relex Solutions technology to gain real-time visibility of inventory levels to help reduce stockouts and overstocking.

    By June 3, 2025
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    CPKC, Teamsters issued new labor deal by arbitrator

    The railroad's represented workers' contract runs through December 2027 and includes 3% annual raises. 

    By June 3, 2025
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    Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI

    While production rose slightly, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward ahead of tariffs earlier this year. 

    By June 2, 2025
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    Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

    The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

    By Chris Casey • May 30, 2025
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    RaceTrac gearing up for Louisiana growth with new distribution center

    The $9 million facility will enhance the company’s supply chain in the state and support growing regional demand, the company said.

    By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2025
  • Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands

    The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.

    By May 28, 2025
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    Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy

    The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.

    By May 27, 2025
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    Dole picks Del Monte exec as supply chain VP

    Todd Stillwell has held various corporate positions focused on managing logistics networks, direct delivery fleets and third-party distribution.

    By May 27, 2025
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    Shein drops prices following US-China tariff deal

    The fast fashion company's competitor Temu also walked back duty-driven increases earlier this month.

    By Laurel Deppen • May 23, 2025
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    Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy

    The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.

    By May 22, 2025
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    Subaru weighs options to curtail a potential $2.5B tariff hit

    The automaker’s Indiana plant, which now makes around 350,000 vehicles a year, has capacity to ramp up production, a company spokesperson said.

    By May 22, 2025
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    Walmart buys 1M-square-foot distribution center in Utah

    The previously leased Salt Lake City property features a cross-dock facility and is within 10 miles of a Union Pacific intermodal hub.

    By May 22, 2025
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    Stellantis opens automated parts distribution center in New York

    The company said the new facility’s technology will speed order completion and delivery times in the Northeast.

    By Kalena Thomhave • May 22, 2025
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    Staples conducts fulfillment operations overhaul

    The office supplies retailer is implementing a new warehouse management system across its network to support next-day delivery efficiency.

    By May 21, 2025
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    Stanley Black & Decker raises prices to mitigate tariff impacts

    The company is also making supply chain moves to become more compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement and reduce its manufacturing footprint in China.

    By Nathan Owens • May 20, 2025