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High-calcium lime supplier MLC hires VP of supply chain
Cheryl Stuckmeyer’s appointment comes as the company expands its supply chain capabilities through additional trucking routes as well as rail and transloading growth.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 25, 2024 -
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Have employers ‘hit a wall’ on reducing worker burnout?
Employees continue to cite workloads and a lack of flexibility as the driving factors behind burnout, Eagle Hill Consulting’s CEO said.
By Laurel Kalser • June 25, 2024 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.
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Warehouse automation partnerships are becoming more strategic
Companies like GXO Logistics and DHL Supply Chain are becoming increasingly discerning about the technology providers with whom they partner.
By Kelly Stroh • June 24, 2024 -
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Fixing engagement? Consider employee workload, report says
Achieving optimal workload, however, isn’t just about eliminating work, said a McLean & Co. leader.
By Carolyn Crist • June 24, 2024 -
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Target’s fourth ‘flow’ distribution center opens in Georgia
The facility will replenish stores and ship products to customers as the retailer strengthens its omnichannel strategy.
By Phil Neuffer • June 24, 2024 -
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J.C. Penney spends $40M on distribution center upgrades
The retailer installed new automation technology at its plant in Reno, Nevada, as part of a larger investment strategy.
By Phil Neuffer • June 21, 2024 -
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Sportwear brand On taps warehouse drones
The retailer has partnered with AI and robotics company Verity to improve fulfillment operations and inventory visibility.
By Kelly Stroh • June 18, 2024 -
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Gap Inc., H&M, others join initiative to decarbonize fashion supply chain
The Future Supplier Initiative will provide brands with financing models and technical support to help their suppliers transition to low carbon technologies and solutions.
By Zoya Mirza • June 18, 2024 -
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MGP Ingredients taps Mars Petcare veteran to lead operations
David Colyott joins the distilled spirits producer after a rocky few months that included net income drops and the closure of a Kansas distillery.
By Phil Neuffer • June 18, 2024 -
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Insource or outsource fulfillment? Companies weigh cost vs. control
Business size, growth trajectory, distribution costs and customer service needs are among the top factors to consider, experts say.
By Max Garland • June 14, 2024 -
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Advance Auto Parts maps out unified distribution network
The facilities will function as replenishment nodes for the retailer, which is consolidating two separate networks to boost efficiency.
By Kelly Stroh • June 13, 2024 -
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China bans US meat exports from major West Coast logistics facility, disrupting shipping
The trade action has become a pain point for beef, pork and poultry exporters who rely on the cold storage hub to move goods out of the Port of Oakland.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 13, 2024 -
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McDonald’s names next chief supply chain officer for North America
Cesar Piña, a 10-year veteran of the company, will succeed Bob Stewart and focus on supply chain resiliency and sustainability.
By Phil Neuffer • June 13, 2024 -
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Rockwell Automation taps Nvidia to bring AI to its bots
The automation company will use the chipmaker’s software in its Otto autonomous mobile robots meant for manufacturing facilities.
By Kate Magill • June 12, 2024 -
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FedEx layoffs: Cost cuts target up to 2,000 Europe jobs
The company aims to slash back-office and commercial roles and consolidate certain activities in the region.
By Max Garland • June 12, 2024 -
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Nordstrom nears completion on West Coast fulfillment transition
By transitioning operations to an omnichannel center, the retailer is building on its efforts to lower fulfillment costs.
By Kelly Stroh • June 11, 2024 -
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Companies lean into SKU simplification
Unilever, Hain Celestial and other brands are thinking through their offerings to boost profits.
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DHL eCommerce’s Texas distribution center relocation boosts throughput
The Irving facility includes a loop sorter equipped to process double the units it could handle in Grand Prairie.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 11, 2024 -
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Sponsored by GS1 USGetting granular: 3 ways traceability supports sustainability
Discover how end-to-end traceability can offer a win-win: financial benefit and a more sustainable supply chain.
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Canada border agent strike averted, for now
The union representing border agents called off job action until further notice as mediated talks will continue until Wednesday.
By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024 -
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Alaska Airlines names new VP of strategic sourcing and supply chain
Justin Neff will build sourcing and aircraft management best practices, engine acquisitions and maintenance support agreements.
By Kelly Stroh • June 7, 2024 -
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Sriracha shortage: Supply chain woes strike Huy Fong Foods again
The popular hot-sauce maker has notified wholesalers of a production halt that will last for months, citing issues with the chile crop this year.
By Alexandra Frost • June 7, 2024 -
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Shippers, agencies plan for full return of Baltimore-bound cargo
Shipping lines have already resumed some services while federal agencies work with stakeholders to coordinate plans.
By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • June 7, 2024 -
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Estée Lauder globally deploys new integrated business planning process
The process will leverage artificial intelligence and other recently adopted technology to improve inventory forecast accuracy, per executives.
By Kelly Stroh • June 6, 2024 -
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Home Depot expands same-day delivery with Instacart
The move is part of the home improvement retailer’s plan to expand its e-commerce capabilities.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 5, 2024
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