Temu accuses Shein of monopolizing suppliers

The ultra-fast fashion company alleged that its rival has forced exclusive agreements and “loyalty oaths" on manufacturers in the sector. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 21, 2023

Why diverse sourcing in aerospace manufacturing is harder than it seems

Aviation companies like Boeing boast of impressive minority-owned vendor programs. But suppliers say securing contracts remains a complex and often difficult process.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • July 20, 2023

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Volkswagen overhauls human rights due diligence in materials supply chain

The automaker has deepened its analysis and taken part in several responsible sourcing initiatives as it works to comply with a new German law targeting abuses in supply chains. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 20, 2023

Starbucks hires former Target exec to lead supply operations

Arthur Valdez joins as EVP of global supply as the company looks to streamline its end-to-end supply chain.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 20, 2023

Hydro Flask owner shifts bottle production from China to Western Hemisphere

Helen of Troy aims to begin nearshoring Oxo Pop containers by early fall.

By Kelly Stroh • July 20, 2023

Walmart celebrates 10th anniversary of local supplier pitch competition

The retailer’s largest sourcing event is part of a broader strategy to source products that are made, grown or assembled in the U.S.

By Kaarin Moore • July 18, 2023

Are supply chains ready for nearshoring?

As companies consider realistic options for diversifying their supply chains, one Supply Chain Dive panelist asked if partners are ready to respond to new changes.

By Kelly Stroh • July 18, 2023

Russia pulls out of Black Sea grain deal, threatening food prices

The U.N. is scrambling to save an agreement brokered at the start of the Ukraine war, seen as essential to addressing global food insecurity.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 17, 2023

Wolfspeed signs $2B supply deal with Japan-based chipmaker

Under the 10-year agreement, Renesas Electronics will receive 150mm and 200mm silicon carbide wafers to power its semiconductors.

By Megan Ruggles • July 17, 2023

UNFI looks to improve demand planning and replenishment capabilities

The company will use Relex Solutions’ cloud-based procurement offering to establish a centralized, data-driven buying system.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 17, 2023

3 top questions on the future of lithium, cobalt and nickel supply: report

The International Energy Agency is optimistic global supply of critical minerals can keep pace with demand, but is skeptical when it comes to diverse sourcing.

By Kate Magill • July 13, 2023

Renewcell launches supplier network for its recycled raw material

The network includes 47 yarn and textile suppliers that have committed to using Circulose, a material made from recycled fibers.

By Laurel Deppen • July 12, 2023

Sustainable sourcing lacks visibility, posing big supply chain risks

Sole source models and a lack of raw material control are the product of short-term strategies, one Supply Chain Dive panelist said.

By Kelly Stroh • July 12, 2023

Puma to boost transparency in leather supply chain by 2030

The Germany-based sportswear giant joined the Deforestation-Free Call to Action for Leather initiative, launched last month.

By Laurel Deppen • July 11, 2023

How Henry Ford Health uses data to combat inflation and improve its supply chain

The healthcare and hospital group leverages data to track costs, engage with suppliers and fortify itself against future disruptions.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • July 6, 2023

What smart inventory management means in 2023 — so far

After working to shed overstocks last year, retailers are trying to keep their inventories lean and relying on the chase to meet demand as it comes. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 5, 2023

The high-tech industry has a long way to go when it comes to Scope 3 emissions: report

Fewer than a third of companies in the industry have set reduction targets, while taking action is complicated by diffuse, intricate supply chains, according to Accenture. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 5, 2023

Entegris breaks ground on $600M Colorado facility

The semiconductor materials supplier’s campus will accommodate the increased chip demand following the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act.

By Megan Ruggles • July 5, 2023

At Colgate, supply chain and sustainability come from the same tube

The CPG aims to reduce plastic waste and its carbon footprint as part of its environmental strategy.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 30, 2023

Egg supply recovers as bird flu subsidies

May production levels totaled a record 9.37 billion eggs, with cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza dwindling.

By Nathan Owens • June 30, 2023

CPOs lean on supplier relationships as they pursue cost, ESG goals: report

Improving margins through savings remains a top priority, but it is elusive in an inflationary era, according to a new Deloitte study. 

By Ben Unglesbee • June 29, 2023

US ‘by far’ the top importer of at-risk products as modern slavery grows to 50M people

Global conflict, COVID-19 and climate change have exacerbated forced labor issues, according to the latest index from Walk Free.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 28, 2023

Hannaford pushes back on activist calls to reform milk supply chain

As Migrant Justice urges the grocer to address alleged "widespread labor abuses" at its dairy suppliers, the chain said it does not think the organization’s proposals fix the “systemic and complex” issues facing workers.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 28, 2023

Temu, Shein dodge tariffs and customs scrutiny on their shipments, investigation finds

The two companies are using de minimis provisions to avoid paying duties on a large scale, according to a report from a U.S. House of Representatives committee.

By Laurel Deppen • June 27, 2023

GM signs deal with Australian company for key battery materials

The automaker will contribute a $85 million loan toward a new manganese sulfate plant.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 27, 2023