Operations Management: Page 37


  • The damaged Spirit AeroSystems sign is seen damaged after an EF3 tornado touched ground on April 15, 2012 in Wichita, Kansas.
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    Spirit AeroSystems’ safety stock minimizes delivery disruption after strike

    The Boeing supplier aims to ramp up 737 production and increase surge capacity for added cushion.

    By Aug. 22, 2023
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    UNFI to open distribution center in Florida

    The one million-square-foot facility will leverage warehouse automation to reduce fulfillment costs.

    By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 22, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

    Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Ford SK On, EcoProBM partner to shorten North American EV supply chain

    The nearly $1 billion EV battery facility in Québec will produce cathode materials for the automaker.

    By Aug. 22, 2023
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    Target’s operating profit leaps 273% after long battle against inventory

    The spike follows last year’s painful stock clearing that “laid the groundwork for the recovery and profitability,” its CEO said.

    By Aug. 21, 2023
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    iStock/Osarieme Eweka

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    Sponsored by TransmetriQ – a Railinc Brand

    Smarter rail shipping: 3 key areas to drive efficiencies

    Rail shippers face pressure to drive efficiencies and conserve costs, but how? Here are 3 optimization opportunities. 

    Aug. 21, 2023
  • TJX sees extra supply in the market for another 12 months

    Along with others’ excess stock, the off-price retailer has found inventory opportunities amid the fall of Bed Bath & Beyond. 

    By Aug. 17, 2023
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    Q&A

    4 ways Cainiao is thinking about logistics tech

    Group VP and General Manager of Logistics Technology Ding Hongwei discusses future tech opportunities, adoption challenges and falling behind the curve.

    By Aug. 17, 2023
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    Healthcare apparel brand Figs aims to improve fulfillment efficiency

    Elevated storage costs have been a thorn in the direct-to-consumer company's side since last year.

    By Aug. 17, 2023
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    Yellow’s top 30 unsecured creditors may see little or no money

    The government’s estimated 30% stake in the bankrupt company puts it first in line for funds raised through sales of the LTL carrier’s assets, an expert says.

    By Aug. 16, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    What’s behind the summer of supply chain labor unrest?

    From port disruptions to UPS and Yellow's dust-ups with the Teamsters, disputes between unions and employers are a recurring threat to the steady flow of goods.

    By Aug. 16, 2023
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    Kraft Heinz names next CEO

    Carlos Abrams-Rivera will take the helm of the CPG giant in January, after leading the company's North American operations since 2020.

    By Chris Casey • Aug. 16, 2023
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    Why the Mayo Clinic commercialized its supply chain services

    The health system's approach to supply chain monetization brought in revenue and drove savings by focusing on purchasing and freight services.

    By Aug. 15, 2023
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    Recycling more food service packaging needs supply chain support, experts say

    Consultants on a Foodservice Packaging Institute webinar detailed results from three recent studies examining packaging recovery and recycling.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 15, 2023
  • UPS employees load boxes from a posi-sorter chute into an air container at UPS Worldport on January 3, 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky.
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    UPS uses AI, machine learning to match network capacity with lower volumes

    Advances in technology are helping the delivery giant become more flexible in response to demand trends.

    By Aug. 14, 2023
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    Sponsored by DAT Solutions

    Navigating the evolving freight market: The power of accurate data and analytics

    For many, budget and RFP season is upon us. Effective transportation forecasting can yield tangible financial benefits for shippers. It's time to team up!

    Aug. 14, 2023
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    Sponsored by The Hershey Company

    A sustainability partnership that upcycles chocolate to feed farm animals

    This innovative project diverts tens of thousands of pounds of chocolate waste from landfills and saves farmers money.

    By Eric Boyle, Sr. Director of U.S. Commodities, Specialty Materials, and Operations Procurement, The Hershey Company • Aug. 14, 2023
  • Bill Williamson joins Zevia from Monster Energy where he served at SVP of operations and supply chain.
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    Zevia taps chief supply chain officer as part of transformation plan

    Former Monster executive Bill Williamson will lead the company’s operations, supply chain optimization and IT.

    By Aug. 11, 2023
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    Supply chain modernization ups Boston Beer Company’s margins

    The Sam Adams brewer's overhaul is targeting procurement savings, brewery performance and network optimization.

    By Aug. 10, 2023
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    Hyundai supplier plans $170M facility in Tennessee

    Hanon Systems’ fourth U.S. facility will produce automotive thermal solutions for EV makers in North America.

    By Aug. 10, 2023
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    Provided by J.B. Hunt. 

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    Event recap

    4 supply chain insights for the second half of 2023

    Experts gave tips on economic metrics to watch and how to assess producers’ readiness to nearshore during the live event “Supply Chain Outlook: Trends and Risks To Watch."

    By Aug. 9, 2023
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    Wayfair’s suppliers are ‘reverting to normal’: CEO

    Stock levels for many home goods vendors have reached healthy levels after peaking last year, while new product introductions are at their highest in three years.

    By Aug. 9, 2023
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    Tesla enhances auto parts distribution with New York facility

    The site will serve as a hub for Tesla's East Coast vehicle parts distribution starting in October.

    By Aug. 8, 2023
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    Stitch Fix closing Pennsylvania fulfillment center as it readies new warehouse strategy

    The apparel retailer's founder said closing two U.S. facilities will better optimize its inventory. 

    By Aug. 7, 2023
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    Sponsored by Exotec

    Brewing up supply chain resilience in the beverage business

    Time is running out for wine and spirits distributors utilizing complex traditional conveyor systems.

    Aug. 7, 2023
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    Boeing prepares its supply chain for increased 737 production targets

    The aerospace company delivered 136 total aircraft last quarter, with plans to reach 50 unit deliveries a month by 2026.

    By Aug. 3, 2023