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Mondelēz names new chief of supply chain operations
Leadership changes come as the snack giant reports improvements in production levels following its move to prioritize key SKUs.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 4, 2022 -
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P&G to offset rising costs with price increases, productivity initiatives
The actions come as the CPG prepares to unveil a new procurement and operations plan, dubbed Supply Chain 3.0, later this month.
By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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DHL eCommerce to hire over 2,000 seasonal workers
The logistics company is looking to hire sorters and encoders to handle demand for the holidays.
By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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Mondelēz commits additional $600M to cocoa sustainability
Dirk Van de Put, the snack giant’s CEO, said additional collaboration is needed to have a greater impact on the popular crop and its growers.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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Q&AHow Macy’s has managed to avoid inventory glut
Chief Supply Chain Officer Dennis Mullahy outlines the retailer’s approach to inventory management heading into peak season.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 1, 2022 -
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Transport constraints force Tesla to rethink production schedule
The EV maker is transitioning to a more evenly spread schedule throughout the quarter to avoid logistics capacity strains.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 1, 2022 -
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Aldi tests ecommerce platform, aims to create new delivery service
The business is working with a tech company to develop its own online grocery platform for use across the U.S.
By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 1, 2022 -
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Fresh Del Monte’s vegetable business invests $2.5M in snap pea sorting
Mann Packing is also expanding its sourcing horizons as it’s set to receive an influx of resources following integration with the produce giant.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 31, 2022 -
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Amazon’s cost savings plan runs into holiday pressures
The retailer fell half a billion dollars short of its cost-cutting goal this past quarter, and Q4 isn’t expected to add much progress.
By Max Garland • Oct. 28, 2022 -
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Deep DiveHow the US plans to transform its lithium supply chain
With just 3.6% of global reserves, access to the critical mineral is vital to the country’s sustainable energy plans.
By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 27, 2022 -
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BMW invests $1.7B to expand EV output in the US
The automaker will expand a South Carolina plant and partner with a battery supplier to build a nearby facility.
By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 26, 2022 -
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GXO to halt operations at 2 Texas facilities servicing Pepsi
The logistics company will end operations in Dallas and Lancaster no later than Dec. 10.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 26, 2022 -
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Whirlpool slashes production by 35% as demand falls
Manufacturing levels have dropped to levels not seen since COVID-19 shut down facilities in 2020.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 25, 2022 -
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Apple calls on suppliers to decarbonize operations by 2030
Major suppliers, including chip vendor TSMC, have pledged to power 100% of production for the tech giant with renewables.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 25, 2022 -
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Fastenal doubles down on digital footprint as e-commerce sales grow
The manufacturing parts distributor said its digital tools are making fulfillment and inventory management more efficient.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 21, 2022 -
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Asos overhauls operations as apparel demand becomes unpredictable
The fast-fashion company will institute a shorter, speedier buying cycle, explore more near-shore sourcing and reduce what it said has become a reliance on markdowns.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 21, 2022 -
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Biden awards $2.8B to boost domestic EV battery supply
Suppliers for major auto giants including Tesla and Mercedes-Benz won grants to expand manufacturing
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 20, 2022 -
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Laird Superfood to close Oregon plant as it shifts to co-packing
The closure of the facility, used to make powdered creamers and hydration products, will result in the loss of 46 jobs this year, the company said.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 20, 2022 -
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Apple chip supplier cuts spending on soft consumer demand, delivery delays
TSMC has struggled to meet demand for its most advanced technologies due to challenges obtaining the tools needed to make them.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 19, 2022 -
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Levi’s cuts Q1 orders by 25% amid inventory deluge
The denim maker is taking drastic measures to get back to normal by Q2 next year.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 19, 2022 -
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GLS adds automated sortation systems to hubs in California, Las Vegas
Smaller parcel carriers’ growth outpaced their larger competitors last year, highlighting the urgency of improving throughput.
By Max Garland • Oct. 18, 2022 -
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Hurricane Ian damage largely spares supply chains
Although some businesses will see delays, the disruption isn’t expected to compare to the Texas deep freeze last February.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 18, 2022 -
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McCormick plans to eliminate $100M in costs and inefficiencies
The company aims to reduce its reliance on co-packers and trim excess transportation costs as part of its approach.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 17, 2022 -
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Stitch Fix closes factory as it ceases production of size-inclusive private label
The retailer acquired Mohnton Mills in 2017, but is now shuttering those operations in search of profitability.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 17, 2022 -
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Sponsored by QualcommHow digitally transforming your business will revolutionize your operations
Qualcomm IoT platforms are transforming businesses across the supply chain industry. Here’s a breakdown of how we are helping businesses across the supply chain industry take part in the digital revolution.
Oct. 17, 2022
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