Gibson owes suppliers, other creditors more than $11M

The famed guitar-maker filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Tuesday, but will remain in business under different leadership.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Updated May 3, 2018

Boeing's acquisition of KLX could upend the aerospace supply chain

The acquisition could intensify risk in the aerospace supply chain, as Boeing seeks to be the controlling industry player.

By Rich Weissman • May 2, 2018

Explore the Trendline➔

Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

How to manage warranty, regulatory and 
commercial litigation risks in the auto supply chain

The auto supply chain is subject to many risks, but this how-to guide can help you take the first steps toward securing your supply chain.

By Mark Aiello and Andrew Fromm • May 2, 2018

Campbell Soup's plan to train 200 supply chain leaders begins with software

The company said Monday it would use CorpU, a leadership development and workforce analytics platform, to train and evaluate its supply chain and manufacturing employees.

By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2018

HP 3D prints a new supply chain

Better printer speed, life cycle management and additive design. HP's Chief Supply Chain Officer Stu Pann explains why the company does not just make 3D printers, but uses them, too.

By Craig Guillot • May 1, 2018

Anheuser-Busch CEO downplays AB InBev's urge for more M&A

The brewer is focusing on organic growth after its $100 billion purchase in 2016 of SABMiller that brought Stella Artois, Budweiser and Michelob Ultra under one roof — but increased the company's debt level.

By Christopher Doering • April 30, 2018

Blockchain is a gold mine for luxury metals

IBM launches a blockchain network to track gold and diamonds across the supply chain.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 27, 2018

Hasbro loses $112.5M in Q1, blames Toys R Us liquidation

The Toys R Us liquidation was a sizable setback, but Hasbro is already on the road to recovery.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 25, 2018

Walmart's improved social responsibility efforts begin with supply chain

The retailer invests in programs to help train farmers at the supplier level and eliminate unethical labor practices. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 25, 2018

As supply chains go digital, a war of words unfolds

Do supply chains "digitize" or "digitalize"? We asked you, then we investigated why the industry cannot seem to decide.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • April 24, 2018

Smart factories will require a 'coevolution' of workers and operations

Intel surveyed 145 workers in the manufacturing industry to understand pain points and the role IoT will play in improving processes.

By Edwin Lopez • April 24, 2018

Amazon warehouse workers reportedly relying on SNAP

The Intercept found that in five states the e-commerce giant was among the top 20 companies with employees who rely on food subsidies.

By Daphne Howland • April 24, 2018

After the fire: Revamping one of Covanta's biggest facilities after it went up in smoke

A February 2017 ignition caused Covanta's Lorton, VA facility to shut down for nearly a year. How did it bounce back?

By Cody Boteler • April 24, 2018

CAR-T ups challenges in pharma supply chain

New technology made shipping the cell therapies viable. Now, stakeholders are pushing for more innovation to meet looming commercial demands.

By Jacob Bell • April 23, 2018

Top challenges facing drug supply chains

Issues like compliance and cold-chain shipping are just two of the hurdles that medicines have to overcome when getting from manufacturers to patients. 

By Ned Pagliarulo , Edwin Lopez • April 23, 2018

J&J reshaping its supply chain around therapies of the future

Johnson & Johnson wants to reduce complexity in its value chain, estimating its plan will result in up to $800 million in annual savings. 

By Jacob Bell • April 19, 2018

To implement new technology, think big, but start small

The 2018 MHI Annual Industry Report outlines various barriers to building the 'NextGen Supply Chain' and how to overcome them.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

Here's how Digital Twins could stem equipment failure

The tech could be a gamechanger for manufacturers, and could ultimately accelerate supply chains.

By Seth Page • April 18, 2018

MODEX 2018: What you missed at the exhibit hall

A round-up of product announcements and partnerships announced at the show.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

5 takeaways from MODEX 2018

The distribution center has become the battlefront amid the war to win consumers’ hearts.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

The path to smart distribution centers begins with data

While many DCs are using technology to optimize their processes, integrated data can also enable autonomous and self-learning buildings.

By Craig Guillot • April 17, 2018

Robotics are enabling the next-generation supply chain

Operating systems can turn ordinary machines into robots, helping them tap into big data and boost labor productivity at once, according to a panel at MODEX 2018.

By Edwin Lopez • April 17, 2018

P&G pledges 100% renewable energy at its plants

The company's sustainability goals also include halving greenhouse gas emissions and sourcing more water from circular sources. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 17, 2018

Mattel closes New York office after Toys R Us liquidation

The toy maker, one of Toys R Us' top suppliers, was in bad financial shape when the retailer went under.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 13, 2018

10 tips for the ethical supply chain in 2018

Wondering how to improve sustainability efforts and protect against malpractice within the supply chain? Read on for the top tips.

By Caitlin C. Blanche, Amy L. Groff, John F. Sullivan • April 12, 2018