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Macy’s supplier diversity program seeks applications for 2024 class
Established in 2011, The Workshop at Macy’s program has supported over 220 graduate brands as the retailer tries to increase representation in its vendor base.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 26, 2023 -
MycoWorks begins production of mushroom biofiber at new South Carolina facility
The factory could produce millions of square feet of the firm’s leather alternative material each year.
By Lara Ewen • Sept. 25, 2023 -
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Can relationships between buyers and suppliers evolve fast enough to keep up with the speed of ever-changing supply chain risks?
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Auto supplier BorgWarner warns of potential impact if UAW strike expands
For now the manufacturer expects modest effects as a handful of plants at the Big Three automakers stand idle. But that could worsen if workers at other plants strike.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 22, 2023 -
Kroger makes local sourcing pledge tied to Albertsons merger
The grocery giant said it will increase local sourcing by 10% once the proposed mega-merger closes.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 22, 2023 -
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Furniture-maker Noble House falls into bankruptcy, owes overseas suppliers millions
The company, which sells to some of the largest U.S. retailers, suffered from rising costs and disruptions in its supply chain.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 21, 2023 -
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UAW strike: How auto supply chain managers can mitigate disruption
Industry experts said to focus on supplier health, visibility and relationships to navigate any risks spurred by the Union’s work stoppage.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 20, 2023 -
Clorox warns of product shortages a month after disclosing cyberattack
Officials for the household product maker expect to return to automated order processing starting next week, with plans to ramp up production over time.
By David Jones • Sept. 19, 2023 -
More than 300 Apple suppliers have commited to clean energy
The device maker also released its first carbon-neutral devices as it closes on its goal of dramatically cutting emissions in its supply chain.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 19, 2023 -
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Hyundai’s Georgia EV supplier network adds 3 more manufacturers
NVH Korea, Daesol Ausys and DAS Corp. are the latest suppliers to build a production plant near the automaker's EV Metaplant campus.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 15, 2023 -
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RH expects no interruption after supplier bankruptcy
The home goods retailer’s CEO said the company doesn’t see any broader supply risks from potential distress among producers in the industry.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 14, 2023 -
$1.7B in shipments detained by US under forced labor law: report
Many of the products targeted during the first year of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act were electronics, apparel, footwear and textiles.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023 -
TrusTrace develops garment tracking system in advance of EU regulations
The traceability platform's digital product tags aim to boost textile transparency and sustainability.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023 -
Drug Supply Chain Security Act enforcement delayed until 2024
The extension aims to help healthcare supply chain partners develop and refine their systems for electronic data sharing.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 12, 2023 -
Estée Lauder hires new procurement chief
The cosmetics giant tapped Quentin Roach to oversee its strategic supplier relationships and help drive innovation with its partners.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 12, 2023 -
Investors call for Nike to pay $2.2M in owed wages to supply chain workers
Ahead of the sportswear giant’s annual meeting this week, investors are asking the company to avoid similar cases in the future.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 12, 2023 -
Joann eyes $60M in product cost savings as suppliers offer concessions
The craft retailer thinks it can cut $200 million in business costs, the bulk of which comes from its supply chain as inflation eases.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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7 focus areas for negotiating procurement contracts
Reviewing clauses and KPI disclosures can help procurement managers minimize supply chain risks.
By Praveen Kumar Soni • Sept. 7, 2023 -
Hormel lowers outlook amid challenging pork and turkey backdrop
Weak prices offset sales volume growth in the third quarter as the food processor struggled with supply chain issues that resulted in a hefty arbitration payment.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 7, 2023 -
With supply chain ‘in a good place,’ Abercrombie & Fitch cuts inventory by 30%
The apparel company is running leaner stocks with freight costs down, receipts speeding up and open capacity in factories.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 6, 2023 -
Manufacturing remains sluggish in August: PMI reports
Industry activity is still muted, but Inflation Reduction Act-related demand could spur growth later this year.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 6, 2023 -
Redwood Materials raises $1B to expand circular battery supply chain in US
The startup says its technology can recover roughly 95% of nickel, cobalt, lithium and copper from end-of-life electric vehicle batteries.
By Eric Walz • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Can New England produce 30% of its food supply by 2030?
Regional distributors are paving the way for local resilience, but farmers and fishermen will need more support to compete against global food production supply chains.
By Erin X. Wong • Sept. 5, 2023 -
Vietnam lifts restrictions on grain exports from North America and Europe
The country removed creeping thistle as a pest of concern, allowing Canada to resume bulk wheat shipments for the first time since 2018.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 31, 2023 -
Best Buy suppliers are picking up the tab on promotions
With electronics demand sluggish, vendors are funding price discounts more often to generate sales through the retailer.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 31, 2023 -
Adore Me taps Ever Dye to source sustainable dyes
The startup has developed a low-energy, biobased pigment dyeing process.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 31, 2023