Operations Management: Page 30


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    UNFI extends Whole Foods distribution deal into 2032

    The companies’ previous agreement was set to end in September 2027.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 23, 2024
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    Under Armour plans layoffs, 25% SKU reduction

    The retailer is looking to “sell much more of much fewer products" over the long term, CEO and founder Kevin Plank said.

    By Cara Salpini • May 23, 2024
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    Trendline

    Supply Chain Technology Adoption

    Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    J&J Snack Foods opens third distribution center in supply chain overhaul

    The food manufacturer is shipping 81% of its sales orders from its new network, compared to just 26% a year ago, according to its CEO.

    By May 22, 2024
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    Image included in Careismatic bankruptcy document. 

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    Careismatic Brands to close Dallas distribution centers, lay off 400 employees

    The scrubs maker's closures follow bankruptcy and years of supply chain woes.

    By May 21, 2024
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    Kent Outdoors names new supply chain officer

    Dave D’Angelo has experience with product development in the sporting goods industry and will aim to help the company with new opportunities.

    By May 21, 2024
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    Big Y names VP of logistics, distribution

    Starting at the end of May, Eric Swensen will oversee self-distribution operations with a focus on fresh and local products.

    By Peyton Bigora • May 20, 2024
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    H-E-B opens 8th e-commerce fulfillment facility

    While some grocers are scaling back on opening e-commerce-focused facilities, the grocer plans to add more of them to its Texas footprint.

    By Peyton Bigora • May 20, 2024
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    Walmart beats expectations in Q1 as revenue surpasses $160B

    The company's e-commerce sales rose 21%, driven by store-fulfilled pickup and delivery and strength within its marketplace.

    By Nate Delesline III • May 20, 2024
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    Barfresh appoints first-ever VP of supply chain and co-manufacturing

    The role will support the CPG’s goals of launching new products and partnerships within its asset-light strategy.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 17, 2024
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    Shein factory employees work 75-hour weeks for low wages: report

    The fast fashion giant responded to the allegations by saying the report doesn't convey "the reality" of the organization.

    By Laurel Deppen • May 17, 2024
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    DHL Supply Chain names new CEO of North America

    Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.

    By May 17, 2024
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    Q&A

    Regulations could improve ESG in fashion, but Worldly exec says it’s not enough

    James Schaffer said recent mandates that require companies to disclose financial and environmental risks are a bellwether of the industry’s future.

    By Laurel Deppen • May 16, 2024
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    Walmart confirms hundreds of corporate layoffs

    The retailer also said “the majority” of remote workers and those at offices in Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto, must relocate — mostly to its Arkansas headquarters.

    By Nate Delesline III • May 15, 2024
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    DHL Supply Chain to close an Indiana warehouse

    The logistics provider plans to lay off 170 employees in August due to a customer restructure.

    By May 15, 2024
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    How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

    C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

    By , , May 15, 2024
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    LL Flooring eyes sale-leaseback deal for Virginia distribution center

    The potential move would boost the specialty flooring retailer’s liquidity amid a poor stretch of financial results.

    By May 15, 2024
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    USPS pauses processing network consolidation until 2025

    The agency halted the transfer of some operations at local plants to regional hubs amid lawmaker scrutiny and service woes.

    By May 14, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Chipotle leverages RFID technology, increases overall visibility

    Executive Carlos Londono spoke to Supply Chain Dive about the company’s operations and its efforts to bring the technology to its 3,500 restaurants.

    By May 14, 2024
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    Walmart streamlines fulfillment with third consolidation center

    The facility places suppliers' less-than-truckload shipments into truckload hauls before sending them off to regional distribution centers.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 13, 2024
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    Clorox claws its way back to normal inventory, service levels after August cyberattack

    The cleaning product maker is working to fully restore its distribution channels in Q4 as it pushes to bring back customers.

    By May 9, 2024
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    How CH Robinson is using AI to automate logistics management tasks

    The broker hopes speeding up responses to emailed quote and appointment requests will improve productivity.

    By , May 8, 2024
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    Amazon extends transition period for low inventory fee

    The company said it would credit the fees for a few more weeks, and added some exceptions as it considered ways to incentivize optimal product supply.

    By May 7, 2024
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    Walmart taps Swisslog to automate 3 milk facilities

    The technology platform consists of cranes, palletizing and de-palletizing robots, a pallet conveyor system, a small-load conveyor system and software to operate it all.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 7, 2024
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    Papa Johns names new chief supply chain officer

    Kurt Milburn takes up the role as the pizza chain looks to cut supply chain costs and boost productivity.

    By May 3, 2024
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    Q&A

    Home Depot on leveraging FLOW

    VP Sarah Galica discussed how Freight Logistics Optimization Works strengthened the company's logistics network.

    By May 3, 2024