Operations Management: Page 54

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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 • Oct. 18, 2022
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    Trendline

    Inventory Management

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

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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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 • 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 Qualcomm

    How 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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    10 factors warehouse managers should consider for goods-to-person fulfillment

    Does your business need goods-to-persons fulfillment? Here are 10 factors to help weigh your decision.

    Oct. 17, 2022
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    UNFI grows shipping capacity with refrigerated distribution center in New England

    The food distributor, which has been working to boost its supply network, also appointed a chief supply chain transformation officer this week.

    By • Oct. 14, 2022
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    Keurig Dr Pepper appoints new supply chain chief in ‘strategic realignment’

    Roger Johnson most recently served as the beverage giant’s chief product officer. He succeeds Tony Milikin, who took on the role in September 2021.

    By • Oct. 14, 2022
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    TikTok’s latest venture appears to be e-commerce fulfillment

    The social media company listed job openings for global fulfillment centers, saying it can deliver a “brand new and better e-commerce experience.”

    By Dani James • Oct. 14, 2022
  • A group of labor organizers demand better pay and working conditions in front of an Amazon warehouse.
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    Amazon workers stage walkout at key Illinois facility amid Prime sale

    Amazon downplayed the action in Joliet led by the Warehouse Workers for Justice, which is demanding better working conditions and $25 hourly pay.

    By Daphne Howland • Oct. 13, 2022
  • 2013 Honda Accords coming off the assembly line at the Marysville Auto Plant Nov. 1, 2012, exactly 30 years after the first Accord was produced in the U.S. at the Marysville, Ohio plant on Nov. 1, 198
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    Honda battery plant set for Ohio, part of ‘EV hub’

    A joint venture with LG Energy Solution will invest up to $4.4 billion to scale electric vehicle production.

    By • Oct. 12, 2022
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    Schneider Electric moves to modernize equipment and machinery at 2 US plants

    The energy management company is investing $46 million in Kentucky and Nebraska to improve capacity and energy use.

    By • Oct. 12, 2022
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    Product quality issues hamper Conagra in Q1

    The CPG was forced to pause manufacturing on multiple lines when certain goods did not meet specifications.

    By • Oct. 11, 2022
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    Fast fashion giant Shein aims to cut emissions 25% by 2030

    The online retailer will work with hundreds of its suppliers to implement greener practices.

    By • Oct. 11, 2022
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    Walmart laying off 1,500 at Atlanta-area fulfillment center

    The retail giant joins rival Amazon in scaling back warehouse capacity as e-commerce growth levels off in the late-pandemic era.

    By Daphne Howland • Oct. 11, 2022
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    Food delivery robots to roam Chicago in pilot program

    Robot operators will partner with restaurants and grocery stores to test the app-based robot deliveries.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 10, 2022
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    Micron to invest up to $100B in New York chip manufacturing site

    The Clay, New York, facility is the company’s second investment in a high-volume semiconductor facility in the U.S.

    By • Oct. 10, 2022
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    Sponsored by Protiviti

    Creating a more flexible and resilient supply chain starts with identifying key risk exposures

    With access to the right expertise and advanced technology, organizations can develop a meaningful action plan for rethinking their supply chain.

    Oct. 10, 2022
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    Walmart acquires automated grocery firm to bolster fulfillment

    The retailer is hoping to leverage Alert Innovation's inventory-handling technology for speedy pickup and delivery.

    By • Oct. 6, 2022
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    Micron to slash chip spending amid inventory glut

    “Inventory levels are high and they’re going to be higher,” CFO Mark Murphy said on the chipmaker’s Q4 earnings call. 

    By • Oct. 5, 2022
  • DHL Supply Chain plans to hire 12,000 seasonal warehouse associates to help handle the traditional peak holiday season.
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    DHL Supply Chain to hire 12,000 warehouse employees ahead of peak season

    The company said it also plans to increase its use of robots amid industrywide labor challenges.

    By • Oct. 5, 2022
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    How Feeding America is using inventory visibility tools to improve the flow of donations

    Smarter Sorting is working with the nonprofit to ease the product sorting process for retailers as they look to scale donations.

    By • Oct. 4, 2022
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    Butter supply constrained as some producers forgo churning

    Declining milk production coupled with high demand for seasonal products are driving up the price of butter. 

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 4, 2022
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    Warehouse management software helps Alabama firm track inventory

    Premier Service Co. said it has saved tens of thousands of dollars with tech that shows materials’ locations.

    By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 4, 2022