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Lawmakers request info from Adidas, Nike and Shein over forced labor concerns
Members of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party want details on materials sourcing and compliance with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.
By Laurel Deppen • May 5, 2023 -
Courtesy of Target
Target has tracked down nearly all of its palm oil supply
The retailer had visibility down to the mill level of 96% of its supply last year as it looks to make its products more sustainable.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 5, 2023 -
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TrendlineThe Supply Chain Outlook for 2023
After more than two years of nonstop disruption, will this be the year supply chains finally reach normalcy?
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Bed Bath & Beyond owes over $95M to these 14 vendors in its supply chain
The bankrupt retailer has big trade debts to numerous suppliers, as well as transportation and other service providers.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 4, 2023 -
Osprey, Hydro Flask owner cuts 18% of SKUs in supply chain overhaul
As Helen of Troy sheds inventory, it’s also finding more opportunities to consolidate its distribution footprint.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 2, 2023 -
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Tesla details its supply chain emissions for the first time
The EV maker released an estimate of its Scope 3 footprint, while also delving into its efforts to source mineral responsibly.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 2, 2023 -
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General Dynamics calls out supplier Honeywell for late deliveries
The aerospace and defense giant said the delay in parts is hurting build rate growth.
By Kelly Stroh • May 2, 2023 -
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Manufacturing industry performance holds largely stable in April
S&P Global's PMI index registered growth for the first time since October 2022, but economists remain uncertain about the future.
By Kate Magill • May 1, 2023 -
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PVH launches supplier finance program tied to sustainability goals
Vendors for the apparel company can get discounts on loans if they hit environmental and social targets.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 1, 2023 -
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Boeing sends cash, resources to supplier to fix 737 quality issue
The aircraft company is providing Spirit Aerosystems with manufacturing and engineering resources after being notified of a quality issue on some fuselages.
By Kelly Stroh • May 1, 2023 -
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ColumnIs it time for supply chains to break out the pre-pandemic playbook?
The industry will need to dust off its pre-pandemic playbook to succeed in an inflationary environment.
By Rich Weissman • April 28, 2023 -
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Neiman Marcus, Ocean Spray join coalition to reduce supplier emissions
The consumer giants join PepsiCo, Coca Cola, General Mills and others in a collaborative aimed at tracking and reporting their environmental progress.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 27, 2023 -
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How Bed Bath & Beyond lost its suppliers’ trust — and doomed itself
In the years leading up to bankruptcy, the retailer alienated major vendors by betting on private labels, and when that didn’t work, stock buybacks.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 26, 2023 -
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How contractors use tech to tighten up supply chains
Centralized material tracking is key to shoring up the weak links in the procurement process exposed by the pandemic, construction execs say.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 26, 2023 -
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Bankrupt Bed Bath & Beyond looks to pay up to $17M to vendors
The retailer still needs the support of its suppliers and logistics providers even as it winds down its business.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 25, 2023 -
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P&G expects $2.2B hit from supply costs in 2023
To combat inflation in inputs, the consumer goods giant is raising prices while taking steps to digitize and analyze its supply chain.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 24, 2023 -
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Tesla says lack of lithium refining capacity will become EV production ‘choke point’
The EV maker is expanding its lithium production capacity in the U.S. and calling on other companies to do so, too.
By Kate Magill • April 24, 2023 -
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Amazon targets counterfeits with new information-sharing exchange
The e-commerce giant said the program has already detected hundreds of problematic accounts.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 24, 2023 -
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Lawmakers scrutinize potential loopholes in forced labor law
Congressional members want more information on enforcement following reports that shippers are skirting the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 20, 2023 -
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Deep DiveAn unglamorous solution to fashion’s sustainability problem: make less stuff
Industry players are shifting to new strategies amid corporate responsibility pushes and efforts to stop the destruction of unsold goods.
By Lauren Schenkman • April 20, 2023 -
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David’s Bridal owes $27.5M to vendors as it navigates bankruptcy
The wedding apparel retailer is millions in debt to the joint venture that procures the bulk of its merchandise outside North America.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 20, 2023 -
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Purchasing practices are still harming apparel suppliers in Bangladesh: report
With little leverage, manufacturers and workers in supply chains are still struggling as large fashion brands push for ultra-favorable terms, according to a new paper.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 19, 2023 -
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Labor watchdog backs increased minimum wage for garment workers in Bangladesh
Activist groups have called out major fashion companies — including Adidas, Gap and Nike — for their role in declining wages.
By Natalie Schwartz • April 18, 2023 -
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China sourcing tied to largest supply chain risks of 2023: report
Insolvencies, COVID-19 disruption and ties to forced labor raise the possibility for delays and reputational harm, according to Everstream.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 18, 2023 -
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Apple commits to 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025
The push comes as the company is taking steps to create more responsible mineral supply chains.
By Kate Magill • April 14, 2023 -
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HB Fuller shutters 2 facilities as it restructures manufacturing network
The adhesive maker’s production overhaul is part of a broader cost-cutting plan that included 300 layoffs and sourcing shifts.
By Kate Magill • April 14, 2023
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