Procurement: Page 20
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Dunkin’ supply chain vendor names procurement chief
Harry Sinclair will focus on sourcing strategies and supply chain infrastructure for Dunkin' franchises.
By S.L. Fuller • May 30, 2024 -
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Post Holdings says bird flu hit nearly 14% of egg supply
The outbreak is another setback for Post-owned Michael Foods, a major supplier for restaurants and food service providers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 30, 2024 -
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.
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Cotton traced to Xinjiang, China, present in over 800 products: report
About a third of positive-tested items had fibers solely from the banned region, despite U.S. regulations over forced labor concerns.
By Lauren Schenkman • May 28, 2024 -
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BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report
The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.
By Haley Cawthon • May 23, 2024 -
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Careismatic Brands to close Dallas distribution centers, lay off 400 employees
The scrubs maker's closures follow bankruptcy and years of supply chain woes.
By Kelly Stroh • May 21, 2024 -
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A critical mineral inventory glut masks long-term supply constraints
An International Energy Agency report urges producers to diversify supply chains and up investments to avoid future lithium shortfalls.
By Kate Magill • May 21, 2024 -
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Shein factory employees work 75-hour weeks for low wages: report
The fast fashion giant responded to the allegations by saying the report doesn't convey "the reality" of the organization.
By Laurel Deppen • May 17, 2024 -
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DHL Supply Chain names new CEO of North America
Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.
By Kelly Stroh • May 17, 2024 -
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Q&ARegulations could improve ESG in fashion, but Worldly exec says it’s not enough
James Schaffer said recent mandates that require companies to disclose financial and environmental risks are a bellwether of the industry’s future.
By Laurel Deppen • May 16, 2024 -
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Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods
Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • May 16, 2024 -
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Deep DiveChipotle leverages RFID technology, increases overall visibility
Executive Carlos Londono spoke to Supply Chain Dive about the company’s operations and its efforts to bring the technology to its 3,500 restaurants.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 14, 2024 -
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Biden hikes tariffs on China-made EVs, batteries, semiconductors
The tariffs align with U.S. efforts to get ahead of China in clean energy and advanced technology manufacturing, while also increasing supply chain control.
By Kate Magill • May 14, 2024 -
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ReposiTrak adds dairy and egg suppliers to traceability network
The platform will be used to exchange FDA-required data for tracking products more prone to contamination.
By Kelly Stroh • May 14, 2024 -
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As drug shortages reach record highs, regulators float next steps
With many chemo and ADHD drugs stuck in stubborn shortages, several agencies are looking for new solutions to boost supplies.
By Kelly Bilodeau • May 9, 2024 -
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Mattel to shutter supplier plant in China this year
Barbie’s parent company is looking to diversify its production footprint in a bid to optimize costs and fulfillment operations.
By Kelly Stroh • May 8, 2024 -
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Macy’s selects entrepreneurs for accelerator program aimed at diversifying supply chain
Participants will meet Macy’s buyers and marketplace teams, with the potential to become vendors.
By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2024 -
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Walmart taps Swisslog to automate 3 milk facilities
The technology platform consists of cranes, palletizing and de-palletizing robots, a pallet conveyor system, a small-load conveyor system and software to operate it all.
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Williams-Sonoma to pay $3.2M for violating FTC’s Made in USA order
The retailer listed products as being made in the United States when they were manufactured abroad.
By Nate Delesline III • May 7, 2024 -
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Better Cotton audits farms it previously certified following deforestation investigation
Watchdog Earthsight called the certifier’s audit “so flawed as to be almost worthless.”
By Laurel Deppen • May 6, 2024 -
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Fastenal boosts supply chain resilience with supplier diversity
Investors have started to question what supply chains will do if the November elections usher in another era of high import taxes.
By S.L. Fuller • May 6, 2024 -
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How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring
Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.
By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024 -
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How Cotopaxi navigated remediation of a tier 1 supplier
The outdoor apparel and accessories brand chose remediation over removal to avoid exacerbating negative worker impacts, an executive said.
By S.L. Fuller • April 30, 2024 -
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Monogram Foods taps Kellogg veteran as supply chain head
Larry Elliott will oversee strategic sourcing, logistics and customer service and continuous improvement at the company.
By Alejandra Carranza • April 29, 2024 -
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Sponsored by ScottMaddenDesigning for the future by transforming procurement
Today’s procurement organizations often face internal and external challenges that can impact efficiency and effectiveness.
By Trey Robinson, partner, leads ScottMadden’s Supply Chain practice, and Jason Davis is a partner in the Supply Chain practice. • April 29, 2024 -
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Nestlé aims for bottle-to-bottle circularity with recyclable shrink sleeves
The company said it explored multiple suppliers and materials for the packaging conversion as it advances its sustainability efforts.
By Maria Rachal • April 26, 2024
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