How digital procurement with Amazon Business cultivates more sustainable supply chains

Customers care about the sustainability commitment of the brands they choose to do business with.

April 25, 2022

6 sourcing strategies for reshoring and nearshoring

Companies looking to gain greater control and minimize disruptions are turning to domestic supply chains. Here's what to consider first.

By Rich Weissman • April 21, 2022

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

General Mills reformulates products to combat ingredients shortages

Materials including starch and packaging were "particularly challenging" to find, an executive said.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 21, 2022

Meijer to host supplier summit on sustainability

The Midwestern retail chain said a recent survey found top customer priorities include sustainable sourcing and more sustainable brand options.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 20, 2022

'Broad-based price increases' trigger construction inflation alert

Price surges in diesel and other materials are being felt from the basements of skyscrapers all the way up to their highest floors.

By Joe Bousquin • April 19, 2022

'One thing after another': More disruption looms over semiconductor market

Adequate coolant, neon and argon supply are the next concerns for chip production, experts said.

By Colin Campbell • April 14, 2022

With Shanghai at a standstill, supply chain problems are compounding

Concerns are rising that Shanghai's lockdown is only the beginning of months-long challenges. 

By Kate Magill • April 12, 2022

Kroger to supply restaurants with next-day delivery service

The grocer, which has been rapidly expanding its fulfillment capabilities, is positioning its new business unit as a supplier for small and independent restaurant operators.

By Jeff Wells • April 12, 2022

Avian influenza threatens egg supply ahead of Easter: report

A bird flu outbreak has spread to 24 states and has affected nearly 18 million egg-laying hens, a CoBank analysis found.

By Samantha Oller • April 7, 2022

US suspends trade ties with Russia, bans oil imports

Imports from Russia will be subjected to higher tariffs. U.S. steelmakers are among industries bracing for the fallout.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated April 11, 2022

Manufacturing orders down, prices up amid war in Ukraine, China shutdowns

Persistent extended lead times, which have pushed many companies to place orders in advance, could ease sometime in the summer, said ISM's Timothy Fiore.

By Colin Campbell • April 7, 2022

Surging inflation compelling small businesses to raise prices

Inflation is broad based and will probably persist longer than initially expected, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce said.

By Jim Tyson • April 6, 2022

Chipotle tests RFID technology to improve food traceability

The tech will trace meat, dairy and avocados from five of the company's suppliers at about 200 Chicago-area restaurants and a distribution center.

By Julie Littman • April 5, 2022

Biden invokes Defense Production Act to bolster domestic battery manufacturing

The White House aims to boost U.S. production of minerals used in batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage facilities.

By Ethan Howland • April 5, 2022

Facing production constraints, Hershey turns to SKU rationalization

The candy and confectionery company is focusing on its most popular products to reduce complexity.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 1, 2022

The US could suspend trade relations with Russia. Here's what it means for supply chains.

Legislation that would revoke Russia's "most favored nation" trading status sets the stage for broader U.S. sanctions.

By Colin Campbell • March 31, 2022

Keurig Dr Pepper to test paper bottles as part of sustainability push

The beverage giant set a target to become net water positive by 2050 and will test a recyclable and compostable paper bottle in the U.S. later this year.

By Chris Casey • March 31, 2022

By the numbers: Biden's budget priorities for supply chains

The president's requests to Congress include funding for ports, highways, electrification and domestic manufacturing.

By Colin Campbell • March 30, 2022

'Fourth-party risk' rising during supply chain disruption

Businesses seeking to curb the threats from cyberattacks, high inflation and pandemic interruptions confront an added layer of risk from sub-contractors, KPMG said.

By Jim Tyson • March 29, 2022

US ramps up sanctions, plans to reduce Europe's energy reliance on Russia

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has complicated businesses' efforts to overcome supply chain disruptions.

By Jim Tyson , Sarah Zimmerman • March 25, 2022

CPGs deepen supplier relationships as disruption spurs collaboration

Food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers are collaborating more than ever to get products to market fast.

By Christopher Doering • March 24, 2022

Strained oat supply pushes Oatly to raise prices, expand sourcing

Oat production reached near-record low levels following drought conditions across the U.S. and Canada.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 24, 2022

Lack of recycled resin could challenge company sustainability goals

Many brands have plans to increase recycled content in their packaging by 2025. But supply will likely outstrip demand.

By Megan Quinn • March 23, 2022

US eases tariffs on UK steel and aluminum

The U.K. will lift approximately $500 million worth of tariffs on U.S. products such as whiskey and blue jeans. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 23, 2022

Breaking the 'glass shortage' myth

No, there isn't a lack of 'brown glass' — or of any other color for that matter. 

By Scott DeFife • March 17, 2022