Tractor Supply opens its largest distribution center

The Ohio center is the first of three planned as part of the retailer's effort to enhance supply chain efficiency.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 24, 2023

Walmart launches dedicated e-commerce site for businesses

Purchases made through Walmart Business will be available for in-store or curbside pickup, delivery or shipping.

By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 24, 2023

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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

Bottleneck at LA distribution center eats away at Dr. Martens earnings

The footwear retailer found itself overwhelmed with inventory after orders arrived earlier than anticipated.

By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2023

Campbell Soup to consolidate snacking operations

The Goldfish and Pop Secret maker expects $10 million in annual cost savings from unifying its snack manufacturing at its New Jersey headquarters.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 23, 2023

Why you must digitize your products for today’s complex global supply chains

Your brand may not know where the majority of its products are right now. And it’s not alone.

Jan. 23, 2023

How Party City suppliers ‘reached their limits’ as it slipped toward bankruptcy

Tightened terms with suppliers after it fell behind on payments helped tip the retailer into Chapter 11. Now it needs its vendor base more than ever.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 20, 2023

Amazon’s new capacity management system lets sellers bid for more storage space

The reservation feature gives businesses more control over their Fulfillment by Amazon capacity "while limiting unproductive use," an executive said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

Here’s how CPGs are bracing for more volatility in 2023

Supply chain disruptions are prompting companies to revamp operations to weather a period of prolonged uncertainty.

By Christopher Doering • Jan. 19, 2023

Ryder to cut 800 jobs in Texas as client shifts work to other logistics providers

The layoffs involve a site for Applied Materials, which has pursued broad supply chain changes to meet customer demand.

By David Taube • Jan. 19, 2023

Amazon cited by OSHA for failing to keep warehouse workers safe

The company, which faces $60,269 in fines, said it strongly disagrees with the agency’s allegations and intends to appeal.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

The race to scale sustainable airline fuel

With SAF prices skyrocketing, industry stakeholders and the Biden administration are making new investments to grow supply.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 18, 2023

TSMC expects revenue to fall amid declining chip demand

After years of microchip shortages, tech customers are tightening their inventories and reducing purchases.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 18, 2023

Higher batter-coated product demand leads to Lamb Weston capacity woes

More frequent and longer downtimes to clean and sanitize lines when batter is used impacts production line run-rates and availability, said the potato product supplier's CEO.

By Max Garland • Jan. 17, 2023

How to improve supply chain sustainability

Understand the value a sustainable supply chain has on your business-level goals and learn how you can reach supply chain sustainability.

Jan. 17, 2023

South Korea’s Q Cells to spend $2.5B on US solar plant

President Joe Biden said the announcement marks the single largest investment in the country's solar industry.

By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 17, 2023

Supply chain conferences to watch in 2023

Many of this year’s top events are putting efficiency and sustainability at the forefront.

By A.B. Brown , Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Jan. 20, 2023

How to get 2023 peak planning right

Growth-minded businesses are abandoning traditional peak planning approaches and tech for 2023.

Jan. 17, 2023

China’s spike in COVID-19 cases strains factories

The end of the country's zero-COVID policy is causing production hiccups in the crucial weeks before the Chinese New Year holiday.

By Kate Magill • Jan. 13, 2023

KFC veteran joins Southern fast food chain as chief supply chain officer

Carl Mount will join Zaxby's to manage partnerships and optimize solutions.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 13, 2023

Paint maker cuts production amid falling orders

RPM is working to lower inventories as it contends with weakened demand, particularly in the construction sector. 

By Kate Magill • Jan. 12, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond’s sales and inventory crash as suppliers tighten terms

The struggling retailer’s in-stock position fell by 70% in the third quarter amid accelerated payment requirements and other financial constraints.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2023

US, Mexico and Canada take on 5 initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience

The countries plan to collaborate on projects such as mapping critical minerals and assessing future manufacturing labor needs.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 11, 2023

Hot warehouse market shows signs of cooldown

Supply has now outstripped demand for the second straight quarter, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 10, 2023

Supply chains 2022: A year in pictures

Rising inflation, strike threats and slowing demand triggered a wave of business uncertainty following months of growth. Take a look back at 13 memorable moments.

By Edwin Lopez , Kelly Stroh , Sarah Zimmerman , Shaun Lucas • Jan. 10, 2023

Walgreens expands use of automated pharmacy fulfillment centers

The addition moves the chain closer to its goal of building 22 facilities, helping to eliminate repetitive tasks for pharmacists.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 10, 2023