Boeing launches operations group to prep post-pandemic supply chain

The group will help get the company back into competitive mode as it restarts commercial airplane operations in Washington State later this week. 

By Jane Thier • April 22, 2020

How COVID-19 makes the case for 'high-road' supply chains

The pandemic exposes threats to global supply chains that demand new sourcing methods, writes Susan Helper, a professor of economics at Case Western Reserve University.

By Susan Helper • April 22, 2020

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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.

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Manufacturers call on government to incentivize production pivots to PPE

The manufacturing industry is calling on Congress to provide more financial incentives for businesses that switch to producing essential goods, including PPE.

By Matt Leonard • April 22, 2020

Omnichannel comes to the fore as Texas launches plan to reopen retail

Though many retailers have adopted BOPIS and other omnichannel strategies, those starting from scratch have a steep learning curve ahead as economic reopening plans attempt to limit retail foot traffic. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 21, 2020

Tyson reopens Iowa plant shuttered by coronavirus

Two weeks after the pork processing factory thought to be the source of about 200 COVID-19 infections closed its doors, limited operations are restarting.

By Megan Poinski • April 21, 2020

How a new framework can improve an existing inventory management system

For one hospital pharmacy, researchers found inventory management is about using the tools available and looking beyond cost.

By Matt Leonard • April 20, 2020

How to approach layoffs responsibly

The way employers treat employees during the next five weeks will impact their branding for the next five years, Brian Kropp, chief of research in Gartner's HR practice said.

By Aman Kidwai • April 20, 2020

PwC, AmCham China predict companies will pursue a 'China+1' strategy after COVID-19

Despite the trade war and ongoing financial and supply chain challenges, very few companies the two organizations surveyed said they were preparing to shift operations or sourcing out of China. 

By Morgan Forde • April 20, 2020

Amazon extends distribution center shutdowns in France after losing appeal case

A French court ruled the company must cease delivery of non-essential goods after a labor union filed complaints about worker safety measures.

By Morgan Forde • Updated April 24, 2020

ISM: Lead times are up 200% or more across the world

Supply disruptions will remain a global issue that will challenge even well-prepared and diversified firms, said ISM CEO Tom Derry.

By Morgan Forde • April 15, 2020

To prepare for the next 'black swan' event, supply chains should rethink 'lean'

The coronavirus outbreak contains lessons that can help companies — and policymakers — better prepare for the next inevitable “black swan event," if they are willing to take a less myopic approach, write Professors Yao Jin and Lisa Ellram of Miami University.

By Yao Jin and Lisa Ellram • April 14, 2020

COVID-19 wreaks havoc on inventories

Some retailers have asked vendors to hold shipments or stop production on summer and fall items, and put holiday planning on hold.

By Daphne Howland • April 14, 2020

Smithfield closes more plants as coronavirus cases grow among workers

Temporary closures at meat processing plants in the U.S. have executives and meat supply chain stakeholders worried that large disruptions in processing will ripple upstream to livestock farmers and feed producers.

By Emma Cosgrove • Updated April 16, 2020

Unions demand COVID-19 protections for Amazon warehouse workers

These safety concerns come as the e-commerce giant is hiring for nearly 200,000 new roles. 

By Sheryl Estrada • April 8, 2020

Kearney: Coronavirus disruption will force even diversified supply chains to 'rethink' sourcing

Kearney predicts supply chains will begin prioritizing resilience over cost to ensure profitability in the future.

By Morgan Forde • April 8, 2020

Levi's ramps up ship-from-store to move inventory trapped in dark stores

The transition will help move inventory trapped in closed stores and hedge against any changes in local regulations that could shut down fulfillment centers not shipping essential goods.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 8, 2020

Warehouse storage should consider SKU correlation and picker traffic, study finds

A group of researchers from Binghamton University concluded in a paper published earlier this year that warehouse operators should consider picking delays caused by warehouse traffic when building fulfillment models.

By Matt Leonard • April 7, 2020

Why supply chain data is king in the coronavirus pandemic

Healthcare systems, distributors and purchasing organizations rely on real-time data to manage supplies and model their equipment and staffing needs.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • April 7, 2020

DOJ clears antitrust concerns, allows medical suppliers to collaborate on manufacturing and distribution

Five major medical suppliers wrote to the agency seeking an antitrust enforcement reprieve in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 6, 2020

PVH may 'pack and hold' inventory until next spring

The company, which owns Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, hopes to regain the ability to sell at full price next year rather than dump goods to into the off-price market. 

By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2020

Manufacturers welcome executive order improving parts access for ventilator production

The move is meant to help domestic manufacturers by removing hurdles to accessing parts and materials needed to ramp up ventilator production.

By Greg Slabodkin • April 3, 2020

Patent Pending: IBM floats process for computers to make bidding decisions

Supply chain innovators apply to patent what they see as important tools for the future. Sometimes they're brilliant. Sometimes they're funny.

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2020

Supply chains will survive the pandemic, but revised strategies may take hold

Experts anticipate an increased focus on risk assessment and scenario planning beyond COVID-19. 

By Rich Weissman • April 2, 2020

The supply chain behind the pivot to make coronavirus relief supplies

Relationships and labor are key as manufacturers adjust their operations to produce medical and consumer supplies necessary for fighting the pandemic. 

By Jen A. Miller • April 2, 2020

How can supply chains manage COVID-19 risk? 4 experts weigh in

The short term need is to keep employees safe and healthy. Longer term thinking should focus on resilience and strengthening supply chain partnerships.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 2, 2020