Why hospitals will face greater cost containment efforts in 2018

Providers will try to rein in costs next year with a renewed focus on labor, purchase services and supply chain.

By Jeff Byers • Dec. 11, 2017

How hospitals can turn cost-cutting drives into an advantage

Healthcare may be unique in its patient-centric focus, but the fundamentals of supply chains remain the same regardless of the industry.

By Rich Weissman • Dec. 11, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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2 ways hospitals are taking control of their supply chain

Whether through just-in-time delivery or a consolidated service center, hospitals are turning to self-distribution models in order to cut costs.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Dec. 11, 2017

Kroger leans on customer data to create unique, personalized store experiences

The next phase of the grocer's revamping initiative is underway as retail space is optimized for consumer preferences and localized assortments.

By Sandy Skrovan • Dec. 11, 2017

Is grocery e-commerce just hype, or a supply chain disruptor?

E-commerce for groceries caught on in 2017, but is that because of the buzz around the Amazon-Whole Foods deal, or are we truly on the verge of transformation?

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 5, 2017

Toyota's 100% renewable energy plant to supply Port of Long Beach

Project Portal will be the largest hydrogen fueling station in the U.S., servicing Toyota's operations at the Port of Long Beach.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 5, 2017

The Supply Chain Dive Awards for 2017

The awards recognize the industry's top disruptors and innovators. These executives, companies and trends are transforming the industry and shaping the future.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • Dec. 4, 2017

Apple aims to design its own iPhone chips

Apple joins other big companies in the new trend toward in-house production and carefully supervised supply chains.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 4, 2017

The top 10 supply chain stories of 2017

Over the course of the year, we sought out news stories that revealed emerging trends in each aspect of the supply chain. Here's a list of the best stories, per topic.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 30, 2017

Robots at the ready: Up to 375M workers in peril by 2030

Fear losing jobs to automation? The answer is setting workers up for career change before displacement occurs. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 30, 2017

The origami method inspired new Harvard-MIT robots

Human-robot teams are making a positive impact on manufacturing despite industry fears that robots will replace human labor.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 30, 2017

Air Canada, Cargojet alliance to end per pilot demand

Even though the alliance was mutually beneficial for the two airlines, the ACPA refused to extend their contract.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 28, 2017

Retailers respond to UPS surcharges with cheaper, slower delivery

The problem is, consumers are demanding fast, free shipping more than ever this holiday season.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 28, 2017

Meet the winners and losers of Black Friday 2017

Here’s how Best Buy, Macy’s, J.C. Penney, Amazon and others fared over the blockbuster holiday shopping weekend.

By Corinne Ruff • Nov. 27, 2017

Overworked student laborers assemble iPhone X for Foxconn

Another round of overtime violations haunt Foxconn and Apple.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 27, 2017

Coca-Cola embraces a digital future as consumers move online

The 131-year old beverage giant is taking advantage of meal kits, voice ordering, storage lockers and direct-to-consumer shipments to expand its presence in e-commerce.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2017

Back to the future: The future of American manufacturing is now

America's manufacturing demise has been greatly exaggerated, writes QAD Founder Pam Lopker. In fact, it’s enjoying a resurgence.

By Pam Lopker • Nov. 22, 2017

Retailers race to incorporate omnichannel options into holiday sales

Online disruption means "retailers must look for any and all different ways to satisfy the customer," says Sam Cinquegrani, CEO of ObjectWave.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 22, 2017

How the retail store manager helps ensure supply chain success

Don't let store closures fool you — brick-and-mortar management remains pivotal to retail success.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Nov. 21, 2017

Amazon touts success of recyclable packaging, some customers not convinced

The company is celebrating 10 years of its "frustration-free" and "100% recyclable" shipping, but plenty of excess material is still being used.

By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 21, 2017

Supply chain indicators to watch this Black Friday

A supply chain manager's job doesn't stop once the shelves are stocked during this make-or-break season.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 20, 2017

The next spike in 3-D printing activity is due by 2018

Layer by layer, additive manufacturing is expanding into high-end manufacturing. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 20, 2017

Logistically Minded: Supply chains at capacity post-hurricanes

The October 2017 ISM Manufacturing Index reveals rising backlogs and prices due to more orders, lower inventories and delayed deliveries.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 17, 2017

Foxconn profits take a hit from iPhone X delays

Delayed components forced Apple's assembly partner to face a 16% rise in operating costs.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 16, 2017

Packaging company sues producers over use of product to extend produce shelf life

B&G and Alpine Fresh are among food companies named in Windham Packaging's litigation, which claims its competitors are using its breathable solution without paying for it.

By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 15, 2017