Operations Management: Page 56


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    Tyson ramps up automation as chicken competition grows

    The poultry giant is working to improve efficiency as supply issues mount.

    By Chris Casey • July 22, 2022
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    Inventory glut leads an Amazon, Walmart supplier to cut purchase orders

    Excess inventory had helped Helen of Troy, seller of brands like Hydro Flask and Vicks, during the pandemic. Now, the strategy is changing.

    By July 22, 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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    Semiconductor suppliers see oversupply of chips as smartphone demand falls

    It will take "a few quarters to rebalance" the semiconductor supply chain, a TSMC executive said.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • July 20, 2022
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    10 times companies got innovative with supply chain operations in H1

    A lot's been thrown at supply chains so far in 2022. Here are ten times companies brought in new technologies, processes and ideas to weather the storm.

    By July 20, 2022
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    What's next for Gopuff and rapid delivery as the young industry hits 'an inflection point'?

    The company’s struggles and those of newer startups in the space could offer an opening for established grocers, sources say.

    By Jeff Wells , Sam Silverstein , Catherine Douglas Moran • July 20, 2022
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    The top technologies creating a 'revolutionary stage' in supply chains

    A look at the 11 technologies changing the way companies approach and execute warehouse and distribution operations.

    By , July 19, 2022
  • 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 Updated July 18, 2022
  • A Tesla electric car is on display at the Panasonic booth at the 2014 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 7, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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    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 July 15, 2022
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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 July 14, 2022
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    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 July 13, 2022
  • Workers at Weee's warehouse in La Mirada, California
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    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 July 12, 2022
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    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 July 12, 2022
  • Nike store at a shopping area in Beijing, China
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    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 July 11, 2022
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    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 July 8, 2022
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    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 July 7, 2022
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    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
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    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 July 5, 2022
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    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
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    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
  • People congregate outside of the LDJ5 Amazon Sort Center on April 25, 2022 in New York City.
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    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 June 30, 2022
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    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 June 28, 2022
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    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 June 28, 2022
  • Proteus will first be deployed in outbound handling areas for package-carrying carts in fulfillment centers and sort centers, according to Amazon.
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    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 June 28, 2022
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    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 June 27, 2022