Ralph Lauren sources ‘single digit percentage’ of its products from China

The fashion brand's globally-diversified production footprint makes it well-positioned to mitigate potential tariff hikes, CEO Patrice Louvet said.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 18, 2024

Yeti, e.l.f. Beauty and others prep supply chains for Trump tariffs

Some businesses are planning more production outside of China or mulling price increases. Others are maintaining the status quo.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2024

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Clorox prioritizes supplier decarbonization efforts

The cleaning product manufacturer is partnering with a carbon tracking service Manufacture 2030 to gain visibility into its vendors’ emission reduction plans.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 14, 2024

Trump’s tariffs: How manufacturers can prepare

Frontloading commodity imports could be a temporary solution, but diversified sourcing will be critical long term, experts say.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024

Steve Madden to slash China sourcing as tariff concerns escalate

The fashion brand is among several companies looking to limit their exposure to President-elect Donald Trump's promised tariff hikes.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 12, 2024

UNFI improperly discounts payments to suppliers, lawsuit claims

The grocery wholesaler delays paying food companies for their goods and factors in “prompt-payment discounts” when it pays invoices late, per a class action suit.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 12, 2024

4 manufacturing issues to watch under a new Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda could mean raised tariffs, lower taxes and curtailed clean energy subsidies.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024

Rivian locks in 5-year battery deal with LG Energy Solution

The U.S.-based electric vehicle maker’s agreement shores up its domestic supply chain.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 11, 2024

Hershey invests $500M to improve cocoa farming struggles

The confectionery giant is working with cooperatives in Côte d’Ivoire to help improve sustainability for growers and the environment.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 7, 2024

How suppliers can help brands’ extended producer responsibility transition

Representatives from General Mills, Clorox and McCormick & Co. discussed how companies are pushing for decarbonization via packaging changes at Pack Expo International. 

By Maria Rachal • Nov. 7, 2024

‘Not just the beef’: How Chipotle’s supply chain helped bring back smoked brisket

The return of the popular menu item required what CEO Scott Boatwright called “a huge cross-muscle effort.”

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 6, 2024

Tariff hikes could be coming. Stanley Black & Decker says it’s ready.

The toolmaker has been formulating a mitigation strategy since the spring, with the company planning to shift production away from China.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 4, 2024

Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in procurement

Incorporating AI into procurement is a technical endeavor that must consider the human impact to be successful, 4C Associates’ director of digital innovation writes.

By Joe Gibson • Nov. 4, 2024

Manufacturing production down ahead of presidential election: PMI

Demand rose slightly during the month as manufacturers hope for a rebound next year. 

By Kate Magill • Nov. 1, 2024

General Dynamics Q3 aircraft deliveries hampered by supplier issue

The aerospace company said G700 deliveries fell far short of expectations last quarter due to component exchanges and late engine shipments.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 31, 2024

Mercedes-Benz seeks circularity with new battery recycling plant

With a targeted recovery rate of up to 96%, the facility will process and recycle enough materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per year.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 31, 2024

Starbucks ramps up supply chain investments for climate resilience

The company is buying two innovation farms in Central America to advance research to protect its coffee supply.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 31, 2024

Dawn Foods names new supply chain SVP

Ahmet Hepdogan will oversee procurement, distribution services and supply chain for the bakery ingredients distributor.

By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 29, 2024

Candy producers using less chocolate this Halloween amid record cocoa prices: Wells Fargo

Hershey and other big chocolate producers are turning to gummies and other candy to offset supply issues with the crop.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 28, 2024

Arkansas could be a lithium treasure trove

The state’s Smackover Formation region may contain up to 19 million tons of the critical mineral, more than enough to meet projected global demand in 2030.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 24, 2024

Cal-Maine plans $40M investment to expand cage-free egg production

The U.S.' largest egg producer also said it's working with growers to add more free-range hens as it converts a former Tyson facility in Missouri.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 23, 2024

Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution

Under the agreement, the companies will move battery production for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024

Unwrapping Hershey’s $250M supply chain upgrade

The chocolate maker's Advancing Agility and Automation Initiative leans on digitization to boost visibility and optimize manufacturing and procurement.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 21, 2024

McDonald’s sues Tyson, JBS and other beef producers for allegedly fixing prices

The fast food giant, which is the world's largest buyer of beef, alleges major meat companies conducted illegal acts to drive down supplies.

By Nathan Owens • Oct. 21, 2024

GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity

The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass Mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 18, 2024