Operations Management


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    Walmart Canada to invest $4.5B in stores, supply chain over the next 5 years

    As part of the initiative, the retailer plans to open a distribution center in the spring and five Supercenters by 2027.

    By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 10, 2025
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    GM weighs production shifts, sourcing reviews to mitigate tariffs

    CFO Paul Jacobson said it has multiple playbooks to help offset the impact of higher costs throughout its supply chain.

    By Feb. 7, 2025
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    AI in Supply Chain Management

    Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Logistics real estate rents drop in US, Canada in 2024

    Southern California fueled much of the 7% decline, but demand could heat up this year, according to a Prologis report.

    By Feb. 6, 2025
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    Fashion supply chains: 2025’s risks and trends

    A dynamic policy landscape and ongoing de minimis scrutiny are shaping an era of uncertainty for apparel brands and retailers.

    By Feb. 6, 2025
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    Gulfstream appoints enterprise supply chain leader

    In the newly created role, Derek Zimmerman will lead procurement, inventory management, logistics and other operational strategies.

    By Feb. 6, 2025
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    FedEx confirms 3 more facility closures for Network 2.0

    Ship centers in Kentucky, New York and Pennsylvania will close in the coming months as the carrier merges its separate networks.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
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    Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI

    The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. Many manufacturers are bracing, however, for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
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    Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods

    The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.

    By Updated Feb. 3, 2025
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    Trump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

    The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.

    By Updated Feb. 1, 2025
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    Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow

    The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here's what you should know.

    By Jan. 31, 2025
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    PetSmart upgrades inventory tracking to boost in-store operations

    The pet retailer aims to enhance its order fulfillment capabilities by using GreyOrange's gStore platform.

    By Jan. 31, 2025
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    Nearly half of managers predict layoffs in 2025

    Companies may also consider cutting costs by reducing salaries, benefits, bonuses and office space.

    By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 29, 2025
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    How California wildfires are affecting supply chains

    While no major warehouse impacts have been reported, a spike in building materials demand could create shortages.

    By Jan. 28, 2025
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    Nearly 3 in 4 workers say they can only meet their basic living expenses

    Salaries not keeping up with inflation is one culprit of employees' financial stress, according to a Resume Now report.

    By Ginger Christ • Jan. 28, 2025
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    Procter & Gamble operations unhindered by Blue Yonder disruption

    The consumer goods company built an in-house solution to keep orders moving as its transportation management system provider navigated a ransomware attack.

    By Jan. 27, 2025
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    Mexico creates nearshoring incentives in push for regional integration

    The new package is a pillar of President Claudia Sheinbaum’s long-term plan to bolster the country’s role in North America’s supply chains.

    By Jan. 24, 2025
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    Home Depot supplier adds new supply chain exec

    James Beckett will lead procurement and manufacturing strategy for the Peak Group of Companies. 

    By Jan. 23, 2025
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    Walgreens to increase stores serviced by micro-fulfillment centers

    The drugstore chain previously paused its automated facility rollout because the “experience at the last mile was not what we wanted it to be,” the CEO said.

    By Jan. 22, 2025
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    How retailers are responding to a wave of returns

    Companies face a multifaceted balancing act of controlling costs, stopping fraud and maintaining engagement and flexibility for customers.

    By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Walmart invests in automation as it sells robotics arm

    The retail giant will fund the buildout of more than 400 accelerated pickup and delivery centers as part of its agreement with Symbotic.

    By Jan. 21, 2025
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    How to handle your H-1B visa skilled workers under next Trump term

    Employers should involve their legal staff more deeply as H-1Bs become trickier and more expensive to navigate, an immigration lawyer says.

    By Justin Bachman • Jan. 21, 2025
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    Hapag-Lloyd procurement team enlists digital tool for supplier visibility

    The ocean carrier used Craft's supply chain intelligence platform to help navigate last fall's East and Gulf Coast port strike.

    By Jan. 16, 2025
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    Goodyear hires SVP of global manufacturing, supply chain

    Don Metzelaar will lead the tire maker’s global operations group after the company decoupled the unit from its technology team.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    Shippers face short-term challenges after ILA, USMX’s ‘last minute’ deal

    Contingency planning ahead of last week's agreement will complicate supply chain efficiencies temporarily.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    UPS rolls out temporary facility closures amid network overhaul

    The provisional shutdowns are resulting in layoffs across several states, but the carrier said it plans to reopen the sites in 2026.

    By Jan. 15, 2025