Operations Management: Page 54


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    Geodis to add 1,000 autonomous bots at warehouses

    As e-commerce demand soars, the global transportation and logistics provider will work with Locus Robotics to expand its footprint significantly in the U.S. and Europe.

    By Aug. 30, 2022
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    Kroger opens two new spoke e-commerce centers

    The facilities in Illinois and Tennessee add to the grocer's online delivery network in two new metro areas.

    By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 29, 2022
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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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    SpartanNash supply chain transformation yields improved warehouse output

    Several companies are overhauling operations to trim costs, respond faster to demand spikes and gain more control over distribution.

    By Aug. 26, 2022
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    Amazon expands hydrogen supplier deal as it strives for carbon neutrality

    Plug Power will supply the retail giant with over 10,000 tons of hydrogen per year across its transportation and operations network.

    By Aug. 26, 2022
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    Grocers have been slow to adopt automated fulfillment. That could change.

    Inflation could renew grocers' interest in upgrading their e-commerce operations, experts say.

    By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 26, 2022
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    Levi’s leverages AI to boost e-commerce fulfillment

    The denim brand is launching a new platform to streamline deliveries as it works to grow its direct-to-consumer business.

    By Aug. 25, 2022
  • In an aerial view, a container ship sits idle at the Port of Oakland on July 21, 2022 in Oakland, California.
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    Port of Oakland: Trucker protests depressed July cargo volumes

    The port processed the smallest number of containers since February 2015, according to the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association.

    By Aug. 24, 2022
  • Beyond Meat's The Beyond Burgers in their packaging.
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    Beyond Meat adds electric trucks to help power shipping network

    The alternative meat company plans to scale EVs across operations over the next 5 years.

    By Aug. 24, 2022
  • A white truck is parked in front of a Lowe's store on a clear, bright day.
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    Lowe’s pilots faster delivery at fulfillment center, select stores

    The retailer is looking to bring products straight to home improvement professionals' jobsites.

    By Aug. 23, 2022
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    Kohl’s pursues ‘aggressive’ inventory cleanup

    The retailer is canceling orders and leaning on promotions as it faces sluggish demand.

    By Aug. 23, 2022
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    Deere takes ‘multipronged approach’ to secure supply, tackle backlog

    Supply issues and a strike left the farm equipment manufacturer with an abundance of partially completed machines.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 23, 2022
  • Conveyor belts carrying packages in Gap's Longview, Texas distribution center.
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    Gap opens Texas distribution center ahead of peak season

    The facility will help the retailer process an additional 1 million units per day over the holidays.

    By Aug. 22, 2022
  • A sign is posted in front of a Walmart store on November 16, 2021 in American Canyon, California.
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    Walmart touts faster inventory management thanks to augmented reality

    The company has rolled out VizPick technology to 4,500 stores.

    By Roberto Torres • Aug. 22, 2022
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    Target earnings take a hit on inventory woes

    The retailer's CEO stood by its strategy to markdown items and cancel orders after sluggish demand.

    By Aug. 19, 2022
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    Oatly prioritizes US production as Europe’s interest in plant-based milk plateaus

    The alternative dairy producer is expanding its New Jersey facility to meet growth targets.

    By Aug. 18, 2022
  • President Joe Biden sits at a desk and signs legislation as Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and House Majority Whip James Clyburn stand nearby
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    Inflation Reduction Act encourages EV battery sourcing, production in North America

    The law creates incentives that could require major shifts in critical mineral supply chains for U.S. automakers.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 17, 2022
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    PepsiCo to build its largest US beverage plant in Colorado

    The facility, which will create 250 jobs, is expected to open next summer and make drinks including Gatorade, bubly, Rockstar and its namesake soda.

    By Christopher Doering • Aug. 17, 2022
  • Tags on Hanes men's sleepwear items.
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    Hanes plans more SKU cuts to lower bloated inventory levels

    The clothing brand's stock piled up after a May cyberattack left it unable to fulfill orders for weeks.

    By Aug. 16, 2022
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    Ball shutters beverage can plants as alcohol demand declines

    "We need to meet the world where it’s at right now," said CEO Daniel Fisher.

    By Aug. 16, 2022
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    Amazon audit reveals wage, benefit issues at 40% of potential suppliers

    The e-commerce giant said it has dedicated teams working with vendors on long-term corrective action plans.

    By Aug. 15, 2022
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    White House supply chain data exchange doubles in size

    Shippers, carriers and logistics providers have begun exchanging data as part of the Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 12, 2022
  • Groundbreaking at Tyson's Caseyville, Illinois, prepared foods expansion project
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    Tyson invests $180M to expand Illinois prepared foods plant

    As demand for snacking and breakfast offerings grows, the company is adding seven lines to ramp up production of its Jimmy Dean and Hillshire Farm brands.

    By Samantha Oller • Aug. 12, 2022
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    From Twinkies to Nutter Butters, lack of ingredients hampers snack food production

    CPG giants are unable to produce popular items as supplier delays have left them waiting on key ingredients.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 11, 2022
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    Patent Pending: Ford floats drone-vehicle fleet, Walmart mulls mixing produce and dry goods shipments

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

    By Aug. 10, 2022
  • Neon Sign, American Eagle Outfitters Easton Towne Center, Columbus, Ohio
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    Quiet Platforms launches delivery network with 40-plus carriers on tap

    American Eagle's logistics arm is vying for growth with new delivery agreements and warehouse investments.

    By Aug. 10, 2022