Operations Management: Page 62


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    Sysco moves drivers, warehouse workers to 4-day workweek in bid to improve retention

    The food distributor will also be delivering six days a week to improve asset utilization.

    By June 1, 2022
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    Walmart warehouse fire in Indiana 'put a strain on our system': CEO

    Losing one of its biggest distribution centers forced the retailer to reroute orders in Q1, affecting its e-commerce operations.

    By May 31, 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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    How an infant formula plant shutdown unraveled into a national crisis

    A timeline shows how safety issues at a plant in Sturgis, Michigan led to inventory shortfalls nationwide.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated June 23, 2022
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    Stephen Lyons will be the next US port envoy

    The retired general of the U.S. Transportation Command will replace John Porcari as the officer in charge of easing freight bottlenecks.

    By May 31, 2022
  • An attendee walks past the PlayStation logo in the Sony Interactive Entertainment booth during the Tokyo Game Show 2018 on September 20, 2018 in Chiba, Japan.
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    Sony forecasts PS5 supply won't meet demand

    China-based procurement issues continue to plague the electronics maker's manufacturing plans.

    By May 26, 2022
  • The Toyota logo is displayed at One Toyota of Oakland on February 06, 2019 in Oakland, California.
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    Toyota plans 'rolling pauses' on production as Shanghai lockdowns drag

    The automaker is halting production on a rolling basis in May and June as it struggles with supply shortages.

    By May 25, 2022
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    Walmart to deploy Symbotic's AI tech in all regional distribution centers

    The retailer plans to expand its work with Symbotic in a bid to boost speed and accuracy throughout its supply chain.

    By May 24, 2022
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    More ports to join Supply Chain Information Highway

    The Port of Long Beach wants to expand the visibility platform from "coast-to-coast," and is starting with familiar partners.

    By May 24, 2022
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    Dollar Tree taps former Dollar General execs for help with supply chain, merchandising

    The hires are the latest with experience at the dollar store's rival to join, along with new executive chair Richard Dreiling.  

    By May 23, 2022
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    Bringing business back home

    UNICOR, a federal program, is helping return manufacturing to the U.S.

    May 23, 2022
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    Expedited drayage, airfreight helps Sovos tackle ocean congestion

    The owner of brands such as Rao's pasta sauce is also adding to its domestic manufacturing footprint to wield greater control over its supply chain.

    By May 20, 2022
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    Under Armour CEO Patrik Frisk to step down

    Chief Operating Officer Colin Browne, who transformed the retailer's supply chain strategy, will take over on an interim basis.

    By Kaarin Moore • May 20, 2022
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    Clorox sheds suppliers as COVID-19 inches toward 'endemic phase'

    With service levels improving, the cleaning products company is now focused on cutting costs.

    By May 19, 2022
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    REI hires chief supply chain officer as it expands distribution footprint

    A former TireHub executive is taking the reins as the outdoor retailer pursues further growth.

    By May 18, 2022
  • Hershey's chocolate bars are shown on July 16, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois.
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    Hershey adds distribution centers to boost capacity ahead of Halloween

    Three new facilities will help the chocolate maker meet demand it hasn't been able to fulfill.

    By May 17, 2022
  • Meat at a Safeway in Washington, D.C.
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    Meat processors used 'baseless' claims of shortages to keep plants open during COVID-19: report

    A congressional investigation said Tyson and others influenced a Trump order to ensure facilities would continue operating despite local and state health measures.

    By Christopher Doering • May 16, 2022
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    Sponsored by Bar Code Integrators, Inc.

    2 big keys to meeting today's warehouse demands

    Modern fulfillment demands are complicated but adapting your warehouse is easier than ever. Here’s how.

    May 16, 2022
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    Under Armour is canceling orders due to supply chain issues

    All of the planned order cancellations are related to supply issues and not demand, CEO Patrik Frisk said.

    By May 13, 2022
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    Diversified sourcing helps Levi's avoid disruption from China lockdowns

    Less than 1% of the apparel maker's products come from China, after a yearslong strategy to diversify its supply.

    By May 12, 2022
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    Tootsie Roll could pause production lines due to delayed supplier deliveries

    Ingredients and packaging suppliers have failed to meet promised delivery dates due to rail and truck constraints, the candy manufacturer said.

    By May 11, 2022
  • The DoraSorter robotic systems from Dorabot are each able to sort more than 1,000 pieces hourly for DHL eCommerce Solutions.
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    Robotic sorters raise throughput at DHL's e-commerce division

    The DoraSorter robotic systems, used at an Atlanta distribution center, are part of DHL eCommerce Solutions' $100 million investment in automated parcel sorting systems.

    By May 10, 2022
  • J&J Snack Foods' frozen beverage business, which includes ICEE products, was not affected by ERP conversion issues.
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    ERP implementation woes cost J&J Snack Foods estimated $20M

    Despite the headwinds, J&J's CEO called the transition "the largest and most necessary change required to strengthen our supply chain."

    By Sarah Zimmerman • May 10, 2022
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    Target prioritizes supply chain in leadership shuffle

    The retailer is capitalizing on recent growth with investments in digital, fulfillment and distribution capabilities.

    By Daphne Howland • May 9, 2022
  • Ford started resuming production and operations in the United States, May 18, 2020.
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    Ford expedites freight to alleviate supplier disruptions in China

    Fast ocean shipping, increased air cargo capacity and collaboration with suppliers are part of the auto company's playbook.

    By May 5, 2022
  • PPG cleared to reopen 6 facilities closed by China lockdowns

    The company expects lockdowns to ease this month, alleviating operational and logistical challenges.

    By May 4, 2022