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How to handle your H-1B visa skilled workers under next Trump term
Employers should involve their legal staff more deeply as H-1Bs become trickier and more expensive to navigate, an immigration lawyer says.
By Justin Bachman • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Hapag-Lloyd procurement team enlists digital tool for supplier visibility
The ocean carrier used Craft's supply chain intelligence platform to help navigate last fall's East and Gulf Coast port strike.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 16, 2025 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.
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Goodyear hires SVP of global manufacturing, supply chain
Don Metzelaar will lead the tire maker’s global operations group after the company decoupled the unit from its technology team.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 15, 2025 -
Shippers face short-term challenges after ILA, USMX’s ‘last minute’ deal
Contingency planning ahead of last week's agreement will complicate supply chain efficiencies temporarily.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 15, 2025 -
UPS rolls out temporary facility closures amid network overhaul
The provisional shutdowns are resulting in layoffs across several states, but the carrier said it plans to reopen the sites in 2026.
By Max Garland • Jan. 15, 2025 -
Albertsons to ramp up automation at distribution centers
The grocery retailer expects technological upgrades to help it better manage inventory and lower costs.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 14, 2025 -
Solv Energy names head of procurement
Lyn Cowgill will manage procurement strategy and supply chain operations at the renewable energy company.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 13, 2025 -
Deep Dive
E-commerce packaging shows why it’s hip to be square
Performance, efficiency and sustainability factors play a role in squared-off designs, along with the growing prevalence of robotics, industry leaders say.
By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 13, 2025 -
Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025
Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 9, 2025 -
Final rule to overhaul H-1B visa eligibility requirements takes effect Jan. 17
Employers should be prepared for potential disruption caused by the rule, attorneys for law firm Fragomen wrote this week.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 9, 2025 -
Workers are willing to disclose disability — but few ask for accommodation
Nearly 3 in 4 workers who request an accommodation have their requests denied, Deloitte said.
By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 8, 2025 -
FedEx Supply Chain lays off 70 employees at multi-client facility
The workforce reduction in Pennsylvania comes after a customer chose to not renew its contract with the 3PL.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 7, 2025 -
Lockheed Martin taps next chief supply chain officer
Abby Lilly will focus on streamlining the defense technology manufacturer’s processes and strengthening supplier partnerships.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 7, 2025 -
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Why better supply chain visibility is critical in 2025
Optimizing supply chains will be crucial this year, but is your manufacturing operation ready to take on the challenge?
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Amazon, OSHA reach settlement over worker safety
Nine of 10 citations were withdrawn, though the e-tailer has agreed to pay more than 90% of the penalties and inspections continue, according to the Department of Labor.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 2, 2025 -
Exploring the de minimis exemption’s role in supply chains
The provision has come under fire in recent years, with any potential changes likely impacting manufacturing, parcel shipping and air cargo operations.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 2, 2025 -
Amazon warehouse workers on strike amid holiday rush
The e-commerce giant said work stoppages at seven facilities have not impacted operations.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 20, 2024 -
Fed trims main interest rate, signals prospect of less easing in 2025
Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest rate despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.
By Jim Tyson • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Nordstrom and Macy’s abandoned the ‘retail inventory method’ after using it for decades. Here’s why.
The accounting practice can interfere with merchandising and pricing decisions while also muddying the picture on inventory shrink, experts say.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Duluth Trading ramps up automated fulfillment center usage
The workwear retailer leaned more on its Georgia facility during the holiday season after closing a location in Iowa.
By Max Garland • Dec. 18, 2024 -
Amazon faces Senate probe, strike threats over warehouse safety allegations
“Our employees’ safety is and always will be our top priority,” an Amazon spokesperson said Monday.
By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 18, 2024 -
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Babybel cheese producer improves supply chain planning with AI
Bel Group deployed Kinaxis Maestro software across its operations to improve disruption mitigation, shelf-life management and distribution optimization.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 17, 2024 -
How FLOW impacted supply chains in 2024
The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program now has 85 members, including Best Buy, True Value, BNSF and CMA CGM.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 17, 2024 -
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Couche-Tard to service 1,600 US c-stores via new ‘hybrid’ distribution centers
The retailer plans to contract many operations at these three centers to third-party logistics companies.
By Brett Dworski • Dec. 17, 2024 -
Best Buy leans on distribution upgrades for faster delivery
The electronics retailer opened a new distribution center in Texas and upgraded technology at a New York facility.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2024