Complex Volkswagen supplier relationship takes double hit

The past month has seen two scandals shed light on the dominance of relationships in the automaker's procurement process.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 13, 2016

Welspun failed to guarantee quality, so Wal-Mart cut supplier

The cotton maker's debacle shows the importance of transparency and quality controls during the procurement process. 

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 11, 2016

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Talent shortage looms for supply chain industry

The sector must create an attractive workplace for millennials to help shore up the increasing talent gap. 

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 8, 2016

Kroger pushes suppliers to go cage-free by 2025

Consumer preferences are ramping up the pressure on suppliers to adopt an expensive overhaul of their breeding systems. 

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 7, 2016

Survey: Women in leadership can help talent acquisition, retention

A new survey reveals only 5% of participants had women at senior management positions within their supply chain. 

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 6, 2016

Communication gaps place the supply chain in harm's way

Psychological, informational and organizational barriers are easy to break with the right strategy.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 31, 2016

Shippers rely on market-forces to cut CO2 emissions

In the absence of international regulation, five shippers developed a ranking system to factor carriers' sustainability scores into their procurement process.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 29, 2016

Differences in grocery store recall notifications mean headaches for manufacturers

Manufacturers and retailers must work together to ensure recalls are not prolonged due to miscommunication.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 25, 2016

Data reveals 3 in 4 seaborne cargo incidents are preventable

The analysis reveals a need for clear shipping guidelines to properly declare and package goods.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 25, 2016

Nike, Apollo Global Management establish new company to build vertical supply chain

The new company aims to minimize Nike's fulfillment challenges through a vertically-integrated network of suppliers and logistics providers. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 18, 2016

Digital supply chain software enables 99% on-time delivery for Citrix

A Birst-sponsored case study of Citrix reveals the company's implementation of cloud-based software increased productivity and decreased employee workload.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 17, 2016

Hurricane watch: Developing a flood-resilient supply chain

These practices for inland or coastal producers are designed to increase resilience during inclement weather. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 15, 2016

Report: Supply-side innovation tops procurement wish list

A June report by Wax Digital suggests procurement is ready to lead company innovation, if the professionals are willing to take the risks. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 11, 2016

US to provide intel for foiling supply chain cyber-threats

The Director of National Intelligence released video recommendations for fending off cyberattacks on the supply chain. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 11, 2016

Ontario, Michigan aim to integrate auto supply chain

Together, the governments will launch supplier-to-business matchmaking programs and support technology transfers to enhance the region's supply chain integration. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2016

US customs to adopt new messaging standard for exports

The International Air Transport Association developed the Cargo-XML standard hoping to create a globally acknowledged messaging system. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection's move to adopt it is a large step toward this goal.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2016