How Nike survived a cash flow crisis

The company succeeded by streamlining and growing supply chain finance, writes Tom Roberts of PrimeRevenue.

By Tom Roberts • Aug. 15, 2017

Supply chain stress could cause a limited iPhone 8 release

Apple has struggled with various suppliers this year, but the new iPhone 7s/Plus and iPhone 8 releases are still on track for September.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 11, 2017

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Warehouse automation

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

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Ports are about to get even bigger — and higher tech

Port operators are adding new technology, extra capacity and even mixed-use developments to monetize unused land and increase revenue.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 10, 2017

How to navigate labeling in a highly regulated, competitive marketplace

As a new FDA requirement goes into effect, manufacturers may struggle to sift through their labeling options without compromising cost efficiency and growth.

By Laura Johnson • Aug. 10, 2017

Toyota, Mazda to open new US plant as states court new jobs

The automakers are capitalizing a favorable political environment for greater incentives, while preparing for a future that features electric vehicles.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 10, 2017

With unemployment low, grocery delivery services fight to retain workers

Instacart and Postmates are among the gig-economy companies offering perks, bonuses and other enticements to attract and keep employees.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 9, 2017

Labor risk prevails through the supply chain

Workers are the backbone of every supply chain, but labor doesn't come without risk.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 7, 2017

How in-store robots could help improve retail efficiency

Three St. Louis grocery stores deployed a robot to help collect shelf data three times a day with the aim of minimizing stock problems.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 4, 2017

AI robot takes prize at Amazon's Robotics Challenge competition

As the e-commerce industry grows, some companies are pursuing AI solutions to streamline warehouse processes.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 4, 2017

Tesla 3 official launch depends on suppliers

The automaker has struggled to meet deadlines in the past, but strengthening supplier relationships could improve supply chain efficiency.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 3, 2017

Report: Half of global manufacturers to use wearable tech by 2022

Factory floors will become smarter, faster and better supported as a result of wearable technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 3, 2017

CSX CEO Harrison blames disgruntled staff for disruptions

It's beginning to look like Harrison's Waterloo, as the railroad legend is flanked on all sides with dissatisfaction over service disruptions.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 1, 2017

Logistically Minded: Supply Chain must focus on value, not cost, amid changing economy

As technology improves access to data, a recent report challenges executives to re-imagine the way they measure success.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri • July 28, 2017

Walmart outlines policies to 'renew' US manufacturing

The big-box retailer's VP of U.S. manufacturing met with public and private sector leaders Wednesday to lay out a 10-point plan meant to create 1.5 million American jobs.

By Corinne Ruff • July 27, 2017

Human-machine teams could increase cybersecurity

A McAfee report found that the most successful cybersecurity teams automate threat investigation and allocate about 50% more time to threat hunting. 

By Justine Brown • July 27, 2017

Trump says Apple will bring 3 manufacturing plants to the US

Given Apple's limited manufacturing presence, the president's comment more likely refers to Apple suppliers such as Foxconn Technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 27, 2017

Walmart invests in Plug Power tech, shares, mirroring Amazon

The investment provides both Walmart a means of powering its equipment faster, and a way to keep tabs on Amazon.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 25, 2017

Shrinkflation hits UK as cost-reduction schemes minimize packaging

A government survey of more than 3,000 products found 80.4% had decreased in size over the past year without comparable size reductions.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 25, 2017

This 3-D printing startup wants to turn supply chains upside down

Voodoo Manufacturing, a startup experimenting with robotics in Brooklyn, NY, has a plan to cut costs 90% so that it's cheaper, faster and better to use 3-D printing for prototypes and low volume industrial parts.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 25, 2017

CSX tells shippers to expect more delays as Precision Railroading takes effect

Since Hunter Harrison became CEO in March, the railway has been working to implement "precision scheduled railroading," which may disrupt supply chains as the railway adjusts to the changes.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 21, 2017

Report: 92% of wholesale distributors see Amazon as a competitor

Yet, 64% of respondents said they relied on Amazon's logistics and fulfillment divisions to take advantage of e-commerce.

By Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2017

DHL to break ground on first US-based Innovation Center later this year

DHL is expanding its logistics competition to the U.S., and domestic logistics competitors including FedEx and UPS should take note of the move.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 18, 2017

NY hospitals centralize supply chain management, saving $137M

The healthcare organization will consolidate its eight purchasing facilities into one central headquarters and emphasize inventory management to achieve savings.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 17, 2017

IBM, Automation Anywhere want to automate rote, data-intensive tasks

The collaboration is intended to help companies improve processes and free employees to focus on more creative aspects of their jobs.

By Justine Brown • July 14, 2017

PepsiCo CEO says DTC sales are 'growing brilliantly'

While not ready to provide figures, the company said its recent focus on improving e-commerce logistics and packaging were capitalizing on customers' impulse-buy tendencies.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 14, 2017