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Courtesy of Lucid Motors
Panasonic to supply Lucid with EV batteries
The tech giant inked a deal with the electric vehicle startup as it works to gain a foothold in the U.S. battery market.
By Kate Magill • Dec. 14, 2022 -
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Lovesac makes strides in sourcing outside of China
The country used to make up most of the furniture maker's production capacity. Now it's around 30%.
By Kate Magill • Dec. 13, 2022 -
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Kahlúa touts full traceability of key coffee ingredient
The Pernod Ricard-owned liqueur said brands and retailers are facing mounting consumer pressure to provide greater transparency into their supply chains.
By Christopher Doering • Dec. 12, 2022 -
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Kraft Heinz brings in new procurement chief for North America
Janelle Orozco joins the food giant from Diageo as it revamps its sourcing operations in a time of cost inflation and disruption.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 9, 2022 -
Big Lots makes big SKU cuts
The retailer is focused on lowering prices for customers by rightsizing its assortment and working closely with suppliers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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Shein to invest $15M in supplier factories
After a critical documentary looked at labor practices in its supply chain, the fast fashion giant also said it is doubling what it spends on audits.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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Raw materials shortages slow Getinge heart support device production
The medtech company is asking hospitals to share underutilized devices.
By Nick Paul Taylor • Dec. 7, 2022 -
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Whole Foods pauses purchasing of Maine lobster
The grocer is pulling the seafood due to a change in third party verifications and ratings.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 6, 2022 -
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Subway, Chick-fil-A alert customers on lettuce crunch
Dole's COO warned of "complete crop failure in the industry" driven by extreme heat.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 1, 2022 -
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Holiday season won’t save weak prices for recycled mixed paper
As e-commerce gains fade, exports fall and Amazon’s efforts to reduce packaging continue, experts expect low prices to continue.
By Megan Quinn • Dec. 1, 2022 -
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Burlington navigates higher sourcing costs after ‘desirable’ closeout buys
Product sourcing costs grew 13% from the previous quarter as the off-price retailer took advantage of excess supply.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 1, 2022 -
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More shortages and prices hikes forecasted for construction’s supply chain
Analysts and contractors break down prices and lead times for concrete, cement, steel, lumber, insulation, drywall and HVAC equipment in the coming year.
By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 30, 2022 -
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Party City lowers 2022 earnings outlook in face of rising supply chain costs
A move to ship Halloween inventory earlier, combined with the rising price of helium, led to an expensive quarter for the retailer.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 23, 2022 -
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Nissan: Chip shortages hurt production more than expected
The auto manufacturer is pursuing a dual sourcing strategy in response to chip shortages and COVID-19 lockdowns in China.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 17, 2022 -
Courtesy of United Natural Foods, Inc.
UNFI to add indoor farms at select distribution centers
The initiative is part of the food distributors' efforts to add efficiencies and foster closer relationships with suppliers.
By Peyton Bigora • Nov. 16, 2022 -
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The next frontier in e-commerce packaging: reusable bags and boxes
Online ordering spiked during the pandemic — and so did the waste it creates. As Cyber Monday approaches, startups are developing an alternative.
By Lela Nargi • Nov. 16, 2022 -
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Raytheon supply chain disrupted by labor constraints at small suppliers
The defense contractor is entering into long-term agreements and working collaboratively with vendors to drive up productivity and efficiency.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 16, 2022 -
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Biden proposes new sustainability rules for federal suppliers
Companies with more than $7.5 million in federal contracts would be required to disclose emissions.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 15, 2022 -
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Party City taps new COO to optimize supply chain
The leadership change comes as the party goods retailer targets $30 million in cost cuts.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 14, 2022 -
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Microsoft unveils ‘Supply Chain Center’ with Kraft Heinz, Daimler among customers
The tech company is integrating its supply chain offerings into a single package that helps connect ERPs and other supply chain solutions.
By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 14, 2022 -
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Stanley Black & Decker cuts nearly 50,000 SKUs as part of transformation plan
The move comes as the company retools its sourcing strategy to help generate $1.5 billion in savings over the next three years.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 10, 2022 -
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Thanksgiving turkeys will cost 23% more this year: Wells Fargo
Drought and an avian influenza outbreak tightened supply ahead of the holidays.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 10, 2022 -
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Battery manufacturing to slow despite Inflation Reduction Act boost
Despite significant investments in building mines, refineries and factories, analysts expect a three-year delay due to material shortages.
By Stephen Singer • Nov. 9, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Skill DynamicsBreaking the skill-loss cycle in supply chain and procurement
To maintain supply resilience and continuity, SC&P professionals must be proactive in identifying and preparing for potential disruptions.
Nov. 7, 2022 -
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Column4 reasons to team up with your suppliers on innovation
Inventory glut has many businesses turning their attention to innovation. Partnering with vendors can make the process easier.
By Praveen Kumar Soni • Nov. 3, 2022
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