Post Holdings sets first target for cutting Scope 3 emissions

The CPG company is looking to cut 30% from its climate footprint tied to sourced ingredients and packaging by 2030.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 22, 2023

Depleted cattle herds push beef prices to near record levels

Prices could rise even further as meatpackers grapple with higher costs and compete for a dwindling supply of cattle.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 22, 2023

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Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

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Walmart’s enhanced seafood policy sets new standards for tuna suppliers

More retailers are tightening regulations aimed at ensuring sustainability in the seafood they stock.

By Peyton Bigora • June 22, 2023

Stellantis forms semiconductor joint venture with Foxconn

SiliconAuto will supply chips for the next generation of the automaker’s software-based vehicle platforms starting in 2026.

By Eric Walz • June 22, 2023

Kate Spade, Adidas and other brands commit to more transparent leather supply chain

Two nonprofits have launched a joint initiative, asking apparel companies to create deforestation-free leather supply chains.

By Laurel Deppen • June 21, 2023

How footwear maker Keen tries to ‘control the controllables’ in its supply chain

Owning many of the factories that make its products has allowed the brand to stay focused on quality and sustainability amid widespread disruption. 

By Ben Unglesbee • June 20, 2023

Procurement as a growth engine: How procurement can drive business growth with intuitive buying

Companies worldwide have begun to realize procurement’s potential to promote growth and innovation.

June 20, 2023

Why automakers are fretting over four words in the Inflation Reduction Act

A prohibition on sourcing material from “foreign entities of concern” is causing apprehension among companies reliant on China, a critical mineral powerhouse.

By Kate Magill • June 15, 2023

Pork prices weaken on excess supply, fueling concerns amid Prop 12 uncertainty

Packers like Hormel Foods and Tyson Foods have reported sales declines, citing inflation and soft demand.

By Nathan Owens • June 15, 2023

Walmart suppliers reach 75% of emissions goal

Project Gigaton, which seeks to reduce the retailer's indirect climate footprint, has helped eliminate or avoid 750 million metric tons of carbon emissions.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 13, 2023

GM signs steel deal with ArcelorMittal North America

The steelmaker will supply the auto company with material containing at least 70% scrap.

By Kate Magill • June 12, 2023

Facing a skills gap, employers prefer to reskill current employees on company dime

With qualified skilled trades workers proving harder to find, companies are turning to reskilling.

June 12, 2023

Incora’s bankruptcy sends a warning signal to aerospace supply chains

The supplier and service provider took on heavy costs and lost profit as shipment delays in the industry spiraled.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 9, 2023

Intel crushed its supplier diversity targets 8 years early. Here’s how

The tech company met a goal on spending with diverse vendors eight years ahead of schedule. “We have a playbook,” says its VP of global supply chain operations.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 8, 2023

Macy’s doubles down on inventory discipline as demand falters

Inventories at the department store retailer were down 7% as it keeps its budget open to buy in-demand product.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 8, 2023

GM invests over $1B to boost EV battery production

The automaker and its joint venture partner POSCO Future M want to increase the production of cathode active material.

By Eric Walz • June 8, 2023

Pharmaceutical supply chains raise data concerns as traceability law nears final step

Companies have had ten years to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, but some fear the industry is not ready for the Nov. 27 deadline.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • June 7, 2023

How Nike, McCormick and others are taking on supply chain emissions

Collaborating with suppliers to reduce Scope 3 footprints was a common theme at the Economist Impact's Sustainability Week U.S. conference.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 7, 2023

Hormel makes progress on trimming bloated inventory

The company pulled back on manufacturing in areas where supply outpaced demand and worked to improve its supply planning processes.

By Kate Magill • June 6, 2023

How Allina Health is rethinking supply chain spend

The hospital operator is deploying supply chain staff to the front lines, using group purchasing for diversity, and building data transparency.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • June 5, 2023

5 ways to drive sustainability in procurement

The majority of a company’s emissions stems from their suppliers. Here’s how to work with them toward a greener future.

By Praveen Kumar Soni • June 2, 2023

Coupa lays off workers as it resets strategy

The procurement software vendor will also close underutilized offices.

By Kelly Stroh • June 1, 2023

Big Lots pursues creative sourcing to lessen product shortages

The retailer expects to fully overcome the shuttering of its largest supplier by the end of Q2.

By Kelly Stroh • June 1, 2023

Ford inks long-term lithium supply contracts

The automaker announced deals lasting through at least 2034 in three different countries.

By Kelly Stroh • May 30, 2023

Kohl’s inventory down 6% as it makes way to chase merchandise

Executives say they feel good about current levels as they clear space and budget for newer goods.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 30, 2023