Operations Management: Page 16


  • A ladle of holt molten iron is poured into a Basic Oxygen Process furnace where it will be transformed into liquid steel.
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    Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI

    Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation. 

    By March 4, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump (R) speaks alongside Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. CEO C.C. Wei at the White House on March 3.
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    TSMC to invest $100B in US manufacturing

    The chipmaker plans to build two additional semiconductor facilities in Arizona, creating thousands of jobs. The company is in the midst of constructing three chip factories in the state. 

    By March 4, 2025
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    Inventory Management

    Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    5 shipping myths, busted

    Think one carrier is enough? These five shipping myths might be costing you time, money, and customers.

    March 3, 2025
  • In an aerial view, the Juno Horizon, a Japanese bulk vessel, sails though the cleared Fort McHenry Channel in the Patapsco River on June 11 in Baltimore, Maryland. The federal shipping channel has fully reopened more than two months after the cargo ship Dali hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse and cutting off vessel access to the port.
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    CFOs sharpen focus on supply chain strategies amid tariff threat: BDO

    Despite the potential costs from import duties, “CFOs remain optimistic about growth overall,” a BDO executive said.

    By Jim Tyson • Feb. 28, 2025
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    AI’s supply chain potential among Manifest 2025 takeaways

    Target and Unilever are among the companies capitalizing on artificial intelligence, but some are still struggling in areas like leveraging data.

    By Feb. 28, 2025
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    Yeti will move 80% of production out of China this year

    The drinkware company shifted some of its manufacturing away from the country last year.

    By Feb. 27, 2025
  • President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Feb. 26, 2025.
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    Trump tariffs

    Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

    The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

    By Feb. 27, 2025
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    Fabletics targets demand planning, inventory management

    The apparel company will build a forecasting model using Blue Yonder’s supply chain planning solutions.

    By Feb. 26, 2025
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    Bobbie opens fulfillment center in Georgia

    The infant formula maker’s addition expands the company’s Southeast reach, according to VP of Supply Chain Dominic Mills.

    By Feb. 25, 2025
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    Leveraging supply chain data remains a headache

    Manifest 2025 speakers were split on the benefits of shared standards, but greater transparency among stakeholders could offer upside.

    By Feb. 25, 2025
  • DHL Supply Chain plans to hire 12,000 seasonal warehouse associates to help handle the traditional peak holiday season.
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    DHL exec outlines 5 supply chain ‘megatrends’

    Trade shifts and emerging technologies are creating new challenges and opportunities, said Patrick Kelleher, DHL Supply Chain's North America CEO.

    By Feb. 25, 2025
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    Mucinex maker localizes its supply chain

    Consumer goods company Reckitt is opening a facility in North Carolina to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint.

    By Feb. 20, 2025
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    Nissan weighing production shift to mitigate tariffs

    The automaker may move some production to Japan to reduce the impact of a 25% blanket import duty, according to CEO Makoto Uchida.

    By Feb. 19, 2025
  • Unilever announced plans to separate its ice cream business in March 2024
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    Unilever’s ice cream supply chain looks to solve last-mile hurdles

    Technology is helping with forecasting and visibility, but the last mile remains complicated, an executive said at Manifest 2025.

    By Feb. 19, 2025
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    Target strives for better inventory management, unloading processes

    The retailer's supply chain chief said technology and automation can help produce a more efficient inventory mix and flow into stores.

    By Feb. 18, 2025
  • President Donald Trump tours Drake Enterprises, an automotive parts manufacturer on Sept. 27, 2023 in Clinton Township, Michigan.
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    Trump says auto, pharmaceutical and chip tariffs are coming

    The president suggested a 25% duty on those imports, and on Friday said auto tariffs could come as early as April 2.

    By Updated Feb. 19, 2025
  • People purchase souvenirs at the Barbie Dreamhouse Experience on May 16, 2013 in Berlin, Germany.
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    Mattel leverages diversified supply chain amid new China tariffs

    China will represent less than 40% of the toymaker’s global production in 2025 — down from 50% last year.

    By Feb. 18, 2025
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    Tariffs on Canada, Mexico would devastate US auto industry: Ford CEO

    Increased duties on imports from the two countries could give Asia-based automakers a competitive advantage, according to CEO Jim Farley.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
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    ONE teams with LX Pantos for US intermodal services

    Through their Boxlinks joint venture, both companies intend to leverage existing partnerships with Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern and BNSF.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
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    Tariffs on steel, aluminum likely mean higher costs for auto industry

    A 25% import duty could increase the price of a typical vehicle by $1,500, an expert said.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
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    Hain Celestial opens fourth distribution center, doubling network capacity

    The health food manufacturer expects the facility to reduce transportation time and mileage, providing fuel and maintenance savings.  

    By Feb. 11, 2025
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    BJ’s Wholesale Club to open distribution center in Ohio

    The facility will support the retailer’s growing store footprint and include automated pallet storage, case-handling equipment and mixed-case pallet building.

    By Feb. 11, 2025
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    Walmart Canada to invest $4.5B in stores, supply chain over the next 5 years

    As part of the initiative, the retailer plans to open a distribution center in the spring and five Supercenters by 2027.

    By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 10, 2025
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    GM weighs production shifts, sourcing reviews to mitigate tariffs

    CFO Paul Jacobson said it has multiple playbooks to help offset the impact of higher costs throughout its supply chain.

    By Feb. 7, 2025
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    Logistics real estate rents drop in US, Canada in 2024

    Southern California fueled much of the 7% decline, but demand could heat up this year, according to a Prologis report.

    By Feb. 6, 2025