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Retrieved from Wawa press release.
Wawa names new chief supply chain officer
Nelson Griffin previously served as SVP of strategic sourcing at a purchasing and services cooperative for Subway franchisees.
By Brett Dworski • March 26, 2024 -
Retrieved from Maersk on March 22, 2024
Maersk seeks bigger stake in booming cross-border market
A new Tijuana, Mexico, facility will target the technology, automotive, retail and lifestyle sectors.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 25, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Mario Tama via Getty ImagesTrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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GXO doubled its use of warehouse vision tech in 2023
The solution helps automate validation and reduce errors in the company’s facilities.
By Kelly Stroh • March 22, 2024 -
HR leaders well-positioned to fight age bias, staffing exec says
Older workers responding to a survey said age would hurt their chances at a new job.
By Kate Tornone • March 22, 2024 -
3 in 4 workers say they haven’t been trained for flexible work arrangements
Leaders and managers need hybrid-related skills such as establishing team or meeting norms to support the shift, according to TechSmith.
By Carolyn Crist • March 22, 2024 -
10 industry reactions: FLOW’s supply chain impact, 2 years later
The Department of Transportation's initiative has gained interest from beneficial cargo owners, ocean carriers and other stakeholders. Here's what a few had to say.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 21, 2024 -
Men and women see gender pay and promotion gaps differently: report
In a recent survey, men were more likely to receive title and salary increases than women — and far more likely to see equal treatment.
By Carolyn Crist • March 21, 2024 -
Walmart expands supply chain transparency with 3rd milk-processing facility
The new owned-and-operated location will give the retailer control over its bottling and packaging process.
By S.L. Fuller • March 21, 2024 -
Opinion
4 best practices for the global supply chain of the future
Consulting experts, prioritizing data analytics and highlighting sustainability efforts can help ensure reliable operations in the face of global disruption.
By Polly Mitchell-Guthrie • March 20, 2024 -
Boeing to spend $4B plus to fix safety, supply chain woes: CFO
The aerospace company is pushing to lower instances of components being completed outside a production line's typical flow.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 20, 2024 -
GE Aerospace to invest $650M in global facilities, US suppliers
The Boeing engine supplier’s spending will include new machines, equipment, building upgrades and improved safety measures.
By Sara Samora • March 20, 2024 -
Retrieved from ADM on March 15, 2024
ADM cuts 17% of SKUs, details cost savings plan
The company is eyeing $500 million in overall cost savings and aims to reduce complexities in its animal nutrition business.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 19, 2024 -
How Ikea is reducing its ocean emissions through collaboration
An executive outlined the retailer’s three steps to decarbonize transportation at the TPM24 conference.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 18, 2024 -
Photo by Ketut Subiyanto from Pexels
Uncertainty reigns as talent leaders grapple with flexibility, AI
A whopping 98% of employers are planning “work design changes” for 2024, Mercer said in a recent report.
By Caroline Colvin • March 18, 2024 -
Sponsored by Roadie
How the ROI of same-day delivery outweighs the costs
Same-day delivery is no longer a way to stand out among market rivals — it’s a must-have if you want your business to survive.
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Macy’s eyes $100M in savings from streamlined supply chain
The company's "Bold New Chapter" will feature automation, distribution center closures, and more.
By S.L. Fuller • March 15, 2024 -
Lack of career development holds back women from leadership, survey says
When women don’t receive the support they need, they are 1.5 times more likely than men to leave their companies to advance in their careers, DDI said.
By Carolyn Crist • March 15, 2024 -
3 warehouse real estate markets to watch in 2024
A wave of construction completions could help tenants secure more favorable deals at logistics hot spots near major ports and the U.S.-Mexico border.
By Max Garland • March 15, 2024 -
"Gap in Hillcrest Mall" by Raysonho @ Open Grid Scheduler / Scalable Grid Engine is licensed under CC BY 1.0
Gap Inc. gets a lift from retooled sourcing strategy
Falling commodity costs have increased margins, while leaner inventories have helped improve operations and reduced markdowns.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 14, 2024 -
Big Lots makes huge gains in closeout sourcing
The company has revamped its procurement strategy to focus on acquiring inventory from distressed and overstocked retailers and brands.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 14, 2024 -
In an era of AI, skill building is a top organizational priority, LinkedIn says
Learning and development pros can encourage short bursts of instruction to help workers make progress in small chunks.
By Carolyn Crist • March 14, 2024 -
SHRM: Most HR pros say women face pay discrimination at work
However, people managers often don’t receive formal training on pay equity or business-related pay decisions, the organization reports.
By Carolyn Crist • March 14, 2024 -
The Home Depot expands distribution center network for pro orders
Four new locations aim to reduce in-store congestion by directly shipping products like lumber and insulation to jobsites.
By Kelly Stroh • March 14, 2024 -
Target deepens bets on supply chain, inventory management
The retailer has 10 new facilities in the pipeline and is investing in AI and machine learning to sharpen demand planning as it grows its profits.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 13, 2024 -
Advance Auto Parts consolidating supply chain for efficiency, inventory availability
The auto parts retailer has long used two distinct distribution center networks to replenish its store inventories, stemming from an acquisition made a decade ago.
By Max Garland • March 12, 2024