Operations Management


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    Boston Scientific to build Indiana distribution center

    The planned logistics site, near a principal manufacturing facility, will handle global distribution of Boston Scientific’s medical devices.

    By Nick Paul Taylor • June 16, 2026
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    EU gives final approval to install US tariff deal

    The bloc plans to remove tariffs and begin providing preferential market access for a range of U.S. goods by the end of the month, EU officials told Supply Chain Dive.

    By June 16, 2026
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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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    Kimberly-Clark credits supply chain for productivity gains

    The Kleenex-maker said simplifying its value stream, optimizing its network and scaling automation have been key contributors to a five-year improvement plan. 

    By June 15, 2026
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    Grocery Outlet turns to AI to modernize supply chain

    The discounter will use Afresh’s ordering technology across its store categories to support its quickly rotating assortment.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 15, 2026
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    Sponsored by Crisis24 AIIA

    Your supply chain has a visibility problem. Your executives have a decision problem.

    Supply chain leaders have more data than ever and less clarity. The gap is costing them.

    June 15, 2026
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    Federal court temporarily upholds Trump’s 10% global tariff

    The federal appeals court blocked a previous order stopping collection of the duties for two importers and the state of Washington until an appeal is completed.

    By June 12, 2026
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    Inflation jumps 4.2%, spurred by war-induced surge in energy prices

    Rising prices have begun to erode gains in real wages in recent years and weaken consumer purchasing power for all goods and services.

    By Jim Tyson • June 11, 2026
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    Tariff refunds may soon cover more entries — but not without a fight

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection could return funds by the end of July for finally liquidated entries, although it may depend on an appeal by the federal government.

    By June 11, 2026
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    How Gong cha overhauled its supply chain for US growth

    The bubble tea brand has standardized its supply chain playbook by moving to a direct franchising system, according to Alan Davis, director of supply chain for the Americas.

    By June 9, 2026
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    Why Tommy John centralized its fulfillment operations

    The brand’s shift from using multiple fulfillment partners to a single provider closed visibility gaps, its CFO told Supply Chain Dive.

    By June 9, 2026
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    In 2025, 80% of amfori BSCI-audited factories fell short on working hours

    Excessive overtime in supply chains is driving reputational and financial exposure. Here’s why.

    June 8, 2026
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    Starbucks ditches AI inventory system after just 9 months

    The coffee giant is ending its computer vision inventory counting system — which employees called “unreliable” — in favor of traditional stock-keeping methods, Reuters reported. 

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • June 4, 2026
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    AutoZone’s distribution strategy drives sales gains

    The auto parts retailer has made headway on faster store fulfillment as it continues to expand its roster of mega hubs.

    By June 4, 2026
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    Trump admin appeals aspects of tariff refund order

    The Department of Justice said the Court of International Trade lacks the authority to mandate refunds for all finally liquidated entries.

    By Updated June 3, 2026
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    Trump tariffs

    US eyes new tariffs for China, EU, Mexico and more after labor probes

    The potential levies of either 10% or 12.5% would apply to 60 trading partners, although the proposal listed several product exemptions.

    By June 3, 2026
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    USTR floats 25% tariff on Brazil imports

    The agency proposed the levy as a result of a Section 301 investigation launched last year, with a public hearing set for July 6.

    By June 2, 2026
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    Advance Auto Parts nears finish line on distribution center consolidation strategy

    The auto parts retailer also plans to open up to 15 market hubs this year as it aims to improve same-day hard parts coverage across its store network.

    By June 2, 2026
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    Hershey names Utz Brands executive supply chain chief

    Mitchell Arends is scheduled to succeed retiring Chief Supply Chain Officer Jason Reiman on June 22.

    By June 2, 2026
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    Trump further tweaks steel, aluminum, copper tariffs

    A greater range of industrial and agricultural equipment made with the metals will temporarily face a reduced 15% levy starting June 8, per the White House.

    By June 2, 2026
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    Target launches $367M food distribution center in Colorado

    The retailer’s newest and largest food facility to date replenishes the nearly 130 stores it serves up to two days faster than before.

    By Peyton Bigora • June 2, 2026
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    Novelis restarts Oswego hot mill months after fires

    The supplier said it will work closely with customers to ramp up supply, after Ford and other automakers suffered losses from the hot mill outage.

    By Nathan Owens • Updated June 10, 2026
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    Target touts improved inventory turns in Q1

    The retailer aims to leverage artificial intelligence tools alongside its two new facilities to reduce volatility and in-stock issues.

    By May 26, 2026
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    CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

    As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

    By May 26, 2026
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    How do AI, software fit into warehouse robotics?

    Investing in intelligent software systems is crucial for warehouse operators that employ robotics.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 26, 2026
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    Supply chain resiliency increasingly trumps cost in perma-crisis era

    As multiple “black swan” events have disrupted the flow of goods, more companies are moving away from historical just-in-time inventory management.

    By Stephen Joyce • May 26, 2026