Operations Management
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Clorox to replace 25-year-old tech with new ERP
The household products manufacturer is building inventory at its retailers as a buffer while it transitions its system.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 23, 2025 -
Lucid’s strategy to strengthen supply chain means using fewer parts
"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," according to VP of Engineering James Hawkins.
By Larry Avila • June 23, 2025 -
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Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.
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Amazon touts AI upgrades for forecasting, deliveries and robotics
The advancements will help customers get their orders faster and increase product availability, the company said.
By Max Garland • June 20, 2025 -
Kohl’s to close Ohio fulfillment center, lay off 768
The workforce reduction is due to increased shipping efficiency at other facilities, the discount retailer said.
By Philip Neuffer • June 17, 2025 -
P&G aims for resiliency with supply chain redesign
The initiative, which will include right-sizing production and discontinuing some brands, is expected to yield $1.5 billion in annual savings.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 17, 2025 -
7 Brew hires first supply chain chief
Christopher Held will help scale operations and ensure product consistency at the fast-growing coffee chain.
By Julie Littman • June 17, 2025 -
Amazon opens robotic fulfillment center in Massachusetts
The nearly 3 million square-foot-facility features hundreds of robots equipped to lift up to 1,500 pounds each.
By Kelly Stroh • June 17, 2025 -
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In an uncertain economy, security is a necessity — not an afterthought
Rising theft and tight budgets make security a must-have for today’s vulnerable supply chains.
By Mike Dorington • June 16, 2025 -
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 Eric Walz • June 11, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
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 Antone Gonsalves • June 11, 2025 -
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 Kelly Stroh • June 10, 2025 -
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 Kelly Stroh • June 10, 2025 -
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 -
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 Philip Neuffer • 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 -
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 -
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 Kelly Stroh • June 5, 2025 -
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 Antone Gonsalves • June 4, 2025 -
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 Kelly Stroh • June 3, 2025 -
CPKC, Teamsters issued new labor deal by arbitrator
The railroad's represented workers' contract runs through December 2027 and includes 3% annual raises.
By Larry Avila • June 3, 2025 -
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 Kate Magill • June 2, 2025 -
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 -
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 Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2025 -
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 Philip Neuffer • May 27, 2025