GXO to close Wisconsin facility, lay off 144 workers

The layoffs come less than a year after owner XPO Logistics spun off the business.

By David Taube • Updated July 18, 2022

Panasonic to open $4B EV battery plant in Kansas

The new project is one of several underway in the industry to grow U.S. battery production amid increased demand.

By Kate Magill • July 15, 2022

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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

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Gopuff laying off 10% of global workforce, closing dozens of US warehouses

The company is taking action as instant delivery faces an “inflection point,” according to a memo sent to investors.

By Jeff Wells • July 14, 2022

US Foods will collaborate with suppliers to reduce Scope 3 emissions

The move comes as the food distributor says it wants to cut 32.5% of its own greenhouse gas emissions by 2032.

By Kate Magill • July 14, 2022

McCormick expands production to meet surging demand

The food company is growing its manufacturing footprint in the U.S. and U.K. for popular brands including Frank’s RedHot.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 13, 2022

Pay is only one piece of the warehouse worker retention puzzle

In a tight labor market, offering growth opportunities and exposure to advanced technologies can help secure talent. 

By Jen A. Miller • July 12, 2022

With eyes on growth, DHL Supply Chain plans eighth Indiana facility

The site will position the company with easy access to key U.S. and Canada markets.

By David Taube • July 12, 2022

Nike overhauls ERP in bid for better supply chain speed, agility

The system is set to go live in Greater China this month, with a North America deployment planned for fiscal year 2024.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 11, 2022

Retail inventory in 2022: Normal is still nowhere in sight

With Target taking the vocal lead, retailers are flushing out excess inventory to reset for the holidays. How much they’ll sell then is anybody’s guess.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 8, 2022

Waiting for 'Lady Day': A Billie Holiday book's supply chain saga

On the planned release date, pre-ordered copies sat inside a container aboard the Evergreen ship stuck in the Chesapeake Bay. Their voyage offers a glimpse into today’s ocean freight challenges.

By Colin Campbell • July 7, 2022

Grocers eye improvements for e-commerce fulfillment, in-store operations

As retailers continue to rely on their main locations to fill digital demand, many are trying to boost efficiency and quality through enhanced training, technology and store layouts.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 6, 2022

Patent Pending: Walmart envisions drone-AV delivery duos, UPS eyes cardboard box alternative

Supply chain innovators apply to patent what they see as important tools for the future. Sometimes they're brilliant. Sometimes they're funny.

By Max Garland • July 5, 2022

How to create a steady supply of workers for the supply chain

For companies to continue running and stay afloat, they must hire more workers and quickly.

July 5, 2022

McDonald's names new global supply chain chief

Marion Gross, who will replace the retiring Francesca DeBiase, most recently oversaw strategic direction at the company's supply chain in the U.S. and Canada.

By Julie Littman • July 1, 2022

Amazon cancels, delays wave of warehouse plans as e-commerce demand cools

Shifts in plans have affected at least 13 facilities, including locations in Texas, Florida, Louisiana, Tennessee and California, according to local news reports.

By Max Garland • June 30, 2022

Walmart invests in Symbotic as part of automation strategy

The retailer is deploying the company’s technology to increase capacity, accuracy and productivity at its distribution centers.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 28, 2022

La-Z-Boy makes 'structural changes' across supply chain to tackle backlog

The furniture retailer is leasing manufacturing plants in Mexico and adding suppliers to lower lead times.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 28, 2022

Amazon unveils first fully autonomous mobile robot

The e-commerce giant aims to automate the handling of heavy, package-carrying carts with its Proteus robot, allowing employees to focus on other tasks.

By Max Garland • June 28, 2022

Revlon scrambles to stabilize its supply in bankruptcy

The cosmetics giant is racing to pay suppliers and catch up on production so it can fill orders for the pending holiday season.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 27, 2022

PIE Program offers companies a win-win-win

The PIE Program provides a path for companies to manufacture high-quality, low-cost goods.

June 27, 2022

Lego to open first US factory in Virginia

The $1 billion facility will help support a supply chain strategy that rapidly responds to changing consumer demand. 

By Kaarin Moore • June 21, 2022

How to find packaging materials in a 'perfect storm' of supply chain issues

Procurement managers have options to alleviate the pressure, but they should plan now for the holiday season.

By Jen A. Miller • June 16, 2022

A year after JBS cyberattack, food suppliers remain prime targets for ransomware

A sweeping supply chain has vulnerabilities in legacy equipment and systems that lack modern security tools.

By Matt Kapko • June 16, 2022

Old Navy struggles with demand planning due to supply chain delays

The Gap-owned retailer is rebalancing its inventory mix after shipping delays left the company with excess product that is "out of sync" with consumer preferences.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 16, 2022

P&G taps Microsoft for cloud services to boost production efficiency

Pilot programs are already underway to improve diaper and paper towel manufacturing, the companies say.

By Colin Campbell • June 14, 2022