Walmart stocking 50 locations with robots

Job retraining might be necessary for humans working alongside robots as they become more commonplace in inventory management positions.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 30, 2017

Drug shortages from Puerto Rico disrupt medical supply chain in wake of Hurricane Maria

A lack of planning can lead to serious risk when drugs and other medical supplies are limited. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 27, 2017

Explore the Trendline➔

Warehouse automation

Robotics and AI are two of the many tools warehouse operators are using to improve productivity.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

CSX brings in new COO, former co-worker of Harrison's

A change in executive staff could get CSX back on track after numerous worker and customer complaints.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 27, 2017

Boeing rehires retirees, laid off workers to meet assembly crunch

By rehiring past employees, the aerospace manufacturer will avoid serious disruptions and keep costs down as it races to meet deadlines.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 27, 2017

Built to Lead: Developing top-level leadership from within the supply chain function

With a lack of supply chain and logistics degree programs, there are opportunities for organizations to develop and maximize leadership potential with their supply chain professionals.  

Oct. 26, 2017

Apple halves iPhone X shipments amidst supplier struggle

Continued problems with the OLED facial recognition screens will prevent Apple from releasing the originally planned number of iPhones on time.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 26, 2017

Sears and Whirlpool split after another supplier dispute

The companies part ways over pricing disputes and market share complaints, although Whirlpool will continue to provide Sears' Kenmore brand.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 26, 2017

Get ready for this: Demand planning and the world of contingencies

Demand planning may not be our default mode of thinking, but it's incredibly important to maintain supply chain responsiveness.

By Glenn Graney • Oct. 25, 2017

Ports are busier but some face container shortages

Busy ports increase the demand for shipping containers especially at peak-season, which could be problematic for ports that have struggled with shortages.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 25, 2017

Cognitive software: The next standard for supply chain tech

Five years from now, supply chains will be operated without guesswork. That journey begins today.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 25, 2017

Fair Labor Association reaccredits Adidas, Patagonia

The members are recognized for their renewed efforts at protecting workers and complying with fair labor standards.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 24, 2017

Under Armour to offer customized subscription boxes

Confident in its reverse logistics, Under Armour dives deeper into the e-commerce market.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 24, 2017

XPO to add 6,000-plus seasonal workers

Peak season hiring for logistics companies scales new heights as e-commerce continues to explode.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 24, 2017

APICS: Supply chains and S&OP must work together

Supply chains aren't an independent industry, but rely on S&OP for proper inventory management, turn and lead times.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 24, 2017

Is supply chain management a 'big company' game?

This week's Influencers Roundtable debates whether smaller businesses can develop tech-savvy supply chains.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 23, 2017

Autonomous flight company receives boost from Boeing investment

Self-flying planes aren't just hype — big companies are already investing in autonomous tech to fly unmanned cargo planes.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 23, 2017

Industry Pulse: The latest construction data and statistics

This data hub looks at five construction and housing reports, all in one place.

By Mary Tyler March , Laurie Cowin • Oct. 23, 2017

J&J says Puerto Rico plants returning to full operations

All of J&J's six manufacturing plants on the island are open, but the drugmaker couldn't rule out the possibility of intermittent supply shortages for certain drugs.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Oct. 20, 2017

Inside Starbuck's push to brew technology reinvention

Surely it takes a unified tech stack for a worldwide enterprise with more than 26,000 stores? Think again. 

By Naomi Eide • Oct. 19, 2017

How Hostess Brands rebuilt its supply chain

The remade company, emerging from bankruptcy, is almost unrecognizable from the old company when it comes to operations and logistics. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 19, 2017

ThinkSCM launches analytics tool to forecast customer demand

The new tool is part of an emerging industry trend to use AI for prescriptive analytics solutions. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 19, 2017

6 supply chain levers can boost the bottom line

Once supply chain managers understand how their work affects EBITDA and net working capital, they can help a company free up millions in cash, Sandra Jessop told attendees at APICS 2017.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2017

Target's new climate initiatives take aim at supply chain operations

The retailer is developing a plan to decrease emissions generated through the manufacturing and distribution of products.

By Daphne Howland , Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 18, 2017

Challenged by craft brewers, Heineken shifts S&OP strategy

The brewer will plan supply and demand needs at the country level, seeking greater flexibility and up to 15% lower inventory costs.

By Rich Weissman • Oct. 17, 2017

Drones can improve inventory accuracy, fill turnover gap

Drones not only provide greater operational efficiency but also employee safety and a competitive edge, a PINC Solutions speaker told APICS 2017 attendees.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 17, 2017