China sourcing tied to largest supply chain risks of 2023: report

Insolvencies, COVID-19 disruption and ties to forced labor raise the possibility for delays and reputational harm, according to Everstream.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 18, 2023

Apple commits to 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025

The push comes as the company is taking steps to create more responsible mineral supply chains.

By Kate Magill • April 14, 2023

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

HB Fuller shutters 2 facilities as it restructures manufacturing network

The adhesive maker’s production overhaul is part of a broader cost-cutting plan that included 300 layoffs and sourcing shifts.

By Kate Magill • April 14, 2023

3 ways to bolster supply chain cybersecurity as attacks accelerate

Cyberattacks against supply chains are becoming more common and more sophisticated. A cybersecurity expert gives insight on what companies can do.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 13, 2023

GM invests in lithium maker to bolster EV materials supply

Startup EnergyX will provide the automaker with the critical mineral sourced from mines in North America and South America.

By Kate Magill • April 12, 2023

Senators press major retailers, brands on child labor in supply chains

Sens. Alex Padilla and John Hickenlooper questioned Walmart, Target, Ford, GM and others about their compliance practices after reports of exploitation in the U.S.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 12, 2023

Toyota distributor to ramp up capacity at Jacksonville port

Southeast Toyota Distributors signed a $210 million lease agreement with Florida's Jaxport to consolidate operations into a single, 88-acre facility.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 11, 2023

Conagra manufacturing disruption spurs canned food shortages

Issues securing and ensuring quality cans affected the availability of some products.

By Kelly Stroh • April 10, 2023

‘Subpar’ trade growth in store for 2023: WTO

Worldwide inflation and the war in Ukraine have dragged down volumes, with global risks still on the horizon.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 10, 2023

With suppliers still wary, Bed Bath & Beyond banks on $120M consignment deal

One analyst calls it “way too late and beyond a desperate move.”

By Ben Unglesbee • April 6, 2023

More suppliers join Apple’s push to decarbonize operations

Manufacturing partners are helping the tech giant reach its goal of 100% carbon neutral operations.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 6, 2023

Ford invests in Indonesia nickel supplier to shore up critical EV battery materials

The automaker aims to bolster its supply chain as it builds two major EV manufacturing hubs.

By Kate Magill • April 4, 2023

The world’s deadliest bird flu outbreak tightened egg supplies. Here’s how it’s hammering the industry.

Since the virus surfaced last February, tens of millions of farm-raised birds in the U.S. have died, emptying grocery shelves and sending prices skyrocketing.

By Chris Casey , Shaun Lucas , Rose Palazzolo • April 4, 2023

3 years later: How COVID-19 exposed the vulnerability of suppliers and workers to the power of big buyers

A tidal wave of order cancellations in early 2020 had dire repercussions for laborers and their families. The consequences are still being felt.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 31, 2023

Egg market could improve but uncertainty from bird flu remains: report

Producers are working to rebuild flocks ahead of Easter, but Wells Fargo notes caution amid the virus.

By Chris Casey • March 31, 2023

Fashion makes ‘extremely disappointing’ progress on climate

An environmental group’s index found most companies lag in efforts to reduce emissions, particularly in areas like materials and shipping.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 30, 2023

US, Japan ink trade deal around EV battery materials

The two countries agreed not to impose duties on minerals as well as to cooperate on labor rights and promoting circular production.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 29, 2023

KB Home says supply constraints caused more building delays

The homebuilding company faced shortages of transformers and electrical equipment in Q1, slowing construction schedules.

By Kelly Stroh • March 28, 2023

FDA expects COVID-related shortages to normalize this year

Shortages of home-use ventilators and clinical sample concentrators are expected to continue.

By Nick Paul Taylor • March 28, 2023

With drug shortages on the rise, pharma supply chains pose security risk: report

Geographic concentration and a lack of visibility into sourcing could jeopardize key pharmaceuticals, according to a U.S. Senate committee.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 27, 2023

Foot Locker builds out inventory visibility as it chases digital-savvy peers

The retailer is raising capital spending by 50% as it aims to sync stock across its stores by 2024.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 24, 2023

Battery component supplier Entek to launch plant, operations in Indiana

The site will produce enough battery separators to power up to 1.6 million EVs a year by 2027. 

By Kate Magill • March 23, 2023

L’Oréal takes a step toward more sustainable ingredients with investment in Geno-led venture

The beauty giant joins Unilever as a founding investor in the venture, which aims to develop alternatives to frequently used ingredients.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • March 23, 2023

China tariffs lifted US production but hurt downstream industries: report

A new U.S. International Trade Commission study parsed out the specific impacts of duties on a host of Chinese imports.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 23, 2023

Gap Inc. lightens inventory load after a year of painful discounting

The apparel seller brought its stock levels down 21% as it prepares to bring supply in line with demand. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 21, 2023