Nike CFO takes on procurement oversight

Matthew Friend, who joined the brand in 2009, will have responsibility over a massive supply operation that sources from hundreds of factories around the globe.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 26, 2023

Wood vs. plastic: Which pallets are more sustainable?

More pallet companies are marketing their products’ sustainability amid growing attention to ESG practices, fueling the ongoing debate of whether one substrate reigns superior.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 26, 2023

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Walmart works with some suppliers to lower prices

The retailer wants to “get costs down more as fast as we possibly can” in food and consumables, CEO Doug McMillon told analysts. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 25, 2023

Chanel buys partial stake in cashmere and natural fibers supplier

The stake in Cariaggi strengthens the fashion brand's supply chain and alleviates sourcing issues.

By Laurel Deppen • May 25, 2023

Apple strikes multibillion-dollar deal with Broadcom for US-made 5G tech

The mobile and computing giant framed the partnership as part of its commitment to invest $430 billion in the domestic economy.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 24, 2023

Chipotle prepares national rollout of RFID for food traceability

The restaurant chain is expanding its use of the technology to track ingredients from suppliers in real-time.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 23, 2023

Major tea companies linked to human rights abuses, report says

Unilever, Starbucks and others said they are working to enhance supply chain transparency.

By Chris Casey • May 22, 2023

It’s not easy buying green: How procurement can drive ESG in supply chain

More than two-thirds of buyers aim to invest in more sustainable practices. What's stopping them?

By Aster Angagaw • May 22, 2023

TJX looks to capitalize on an ‘outstanding buying environment’

As other retailers shed unsold product, the off-pricer says its clean inventory position and scale gives it immense sourcing opportunities.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 18, 2023

Foxconn begins building $500M factory in India

The groundbreaking comes as Apple, one of the manufacturer’s largest customers, invests beyond China.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 18, 2023

AMC will make its own candy as brands hike prices

The movie theater chain will launch a sweets line by early next year in a bid to lower costs.

By Kelly Stroh • May 17, 2023

Shein invests $70M toward upgrading its supply chain

The company hopes its five-year financial commitment will improve conditions at its third-party manufacturing suppliers.

By Howard Ruben • May 17, 2023

After last year’s inventory tidal wave, where do retailers go from here?

Bare shelves are still a recent memory, but many are learning to live on leaner inventories after overstocking in 2022.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 16, 2023

Apparel makers must reform purchasing practices that hurt workers

When suppliers are squeezed on price, workers feel the greatest pain, writes a program manager at the NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights.

By Natasja Sheriff Wells • May 15, 2023

Boeing supplier works to up 737 production after fuselage issue

Spirit AeroSystems is shifting work to other vendors as it tries to help its "most distressed suppliers."

By Kelly Stroh • May 15, 2023

Apple iPhone supply stabilizes after last year’s disruptions in China

As near-term manufacturing headaches ease, the electronics giant is looking to diversify its sourcing footprint. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 11, 2023

Kraft Heinz leans on AI to boost its supply chain performance

The food giant’s service rates and sales have improved with digital tools that provide visibility into its operations, though some ingredient shortages persist.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 11, 2023

US supply chain salaries rose 3% since last year: study

Newer employees and those who switched jobs received larger raises than others, according to a survey from the Association for Supply Chain Management.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 10, 2023

Growing chip supply helps Baxter slash backlog

Back orders for the healthcare company’s Front Line Care products became half of what they were nine months ago.

By Kelly Stroh • May 8, 2023

From stores to suppliers, how Destination XL tries to dodge the inventory ‘kiss of death’

“We have a philosophical point of view where we'd rather be chasing goods than chasing cancellations,” CEO Harvey Kanter told Supply Chain Dive. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 8, 2023

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

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

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

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