How to improve sell-through rate (STR) to optimize inventory planning

A high sell-through rate indicates that products are being sold quickly and efficiently, and inventory can be replenished in time for availability.

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With qualified skilled trades workers proving harder to find, companies are turning to reskilling.

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Ford appoints former GM and Whirlpool exec as its chief supply chain officer

Liz Door joins the automaker as it focuses on improving quality and reducing costs through its supply chain as part of its Ford+ plan.

By Eric Walz • June 9, 2023

Incora’s bankruptcy sends a warning signal to aerospace supply chains

The supplier and service provider took on heavy costs and lost profit as shipment delays in the industry spiraled.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 9, 2023

Macy’s doubles down on inventory discipline as demand falters

Inventories at the department store retailer were down 7% as it keeps its budget open to buy in-demand product.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 8, 2023

GM invests over $1B to boost EV battery production

The automaker and its joint venture partner POSCO Future M want to increase the production of cathode active material.

By Eric Walz • June 8, 2023

CH Robinson selects Ford executive as its new CEO

Dave Bozeman is expected to take over leadership at the brokerage June 26.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2023

Pharmaceutical supply chains raise data concerns as traceability law nears final step

Companies have had ten years to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, but some fear the industry is not ready for the Nov. 27 deadline.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • June 7, 2023

Union Pacific, BNSF launch new intermodal services at Port Houston

The rail carriers say added capacity will get consumer goods to market faster, and offer more routing opportunities from one of the nation’s fastest growing ports.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2023

PepsiCo to close Indiana distribution center later this year

The roughly 100 jobs at the closing facility will be transferred to other locations, the beverage and snacking giant said.

By Christopher Doering • June 6, 2023

Hormel makes progress on trimming bloated inventory

The company pulled back on manufacturing in areas where supply outpaced demand and worked to improve its supply planning processes.

By Kate Magill • June 6, 2023

Big Lots shutters forward distribution centers to curb costs, excess capacity

The retailer also plans to sell and lease back properties, including a facility in Apple Valley, California in a bid to rightsize its network.

By Kelly Stroh • June 6, 2023

Drugmakers hit with higher production costs

While supply chain challenges have eased, inflation and higher material prices are disrupting market flows.

By Kelly Bilodeau • June 6, 2023

US Foods says focus on supply chain performance contributed to Q1 sales boost

The food company intends to expand its Pronto truck delivery service by up to seven markets this year.

By Larry Avila • June 5, 2023

How Allina Health is rethinking supply chain spend

The hospital operator is deploying supply chain staff to the front lines, using group purchasing for diversity, and building data transparency.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • June 5, 2023

Chocolate maker to streamline warehousing, transportation in cost savings push

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory's planned measures include exiting now-unnecessary storage facilities and outsourcing its last mile fulfillment needs.

By Max Garland • June 2, 2023

Ikea stores owner Ingka acquires supply chain software firm

The largest owner of Ikea stores purchased Made4Net as the company seeks to modernize its omnichannel operations. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 2, 2023

Walmart opts for paper mailers to cut down e-commerce packaging waste

The retail giant is also adding technology in about half of its fulfillment network to reduce the need for filler by 60%.

By Maria Rachal • June 2, 2023

Logistics providers bet on tech to improve warehouse efficiency

Companies such as Maersk, DHL and SEKO Logistics have piloted new technologies over the past year. Here are 10 stories that show how.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 1, 2023

Coupa lays off workers as it resets strategy

The procurement software vendor will also close underutilized offices.

By Kelly Stroh • June 1, 2023

Manufacturing needs demand boost to avoid layoffs, economists warn

May's PMI showed supply chain factors improving in the industry, sparking hopes of a late-year rebound.

By Kate Magill • June 1, 2023

Big Lots pursues creative sourcing to lessen product shortages

The retailer expects to fully overcome the shuttering of its largest supplier by the end of Q2.

By Kelly Stroh • June 1, 2023

ASCM launches new certificate to train supply chain workers in tech

CEO Abe Eshkenazi said as companies prioritize technology spend, workers need training to understand concepts like big data, machine learning and AI.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 30, 2023

How a DHL center in Seattle moves 4,000 packages daily

A team of 78 at the facility ensures electronics, fashion merchandise and more get delivered in the Emerald City.

By Kelly Stroh • May 30, 2023

Kohl’s inventory down 6% as it makes way to chase merchandise

Executives say they feel good about current levels as they clear space and budget for newer goods.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 30, 2023