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Looming copper shortfall threatens business sustainability goals: report
Meeting 2050 climate goals “will be very challenging” unless there’s a significant ramp up in copper production, according to S&P Global.
By Ethan Howland • July 21, 2022 -
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Semiconductor suppliers see oversupply of chips as smartphone demand falls
It will take "a few quarters to rebalance" the semiconductor supply chain, a TSMC executive said.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 20, 2022 -
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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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PepsiCo pledges $400M annually for Black- and Hispanic-owned suppliers
The food and beverage company aims to partner with diverse suppliers across multiple product categories.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 19, 2022 -
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OpinionProcurement deserves C-suite credence as supply shocks persist
Supply chain disruptions have shown why procurement managers should have a seat at the executive’s table. Here’s how they can get there.
By Ajith Gopinath • July 14, 2022 -
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McCormick expands production to meet surging demand
The food company is growing its manufacturing footprint in the U.S. and U.K. for popular brands including Frank’s RedHot.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 13, 2022 -
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Pea starch helps Lamb Weston reduce supply chain snags, trim food waste
The alternative ingredient delivered “a nearly identical match” to traditional batters, the food supplier said.
By Max Garland • July 12, 2022 -
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Column6 criteria for picking a new supplier
Cost isn't the only thing to consider when looking for new vendors, Praveen Kumar Soni writes.
By Praveen Kumar Soni • July 7, 2022 -
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Deep DiveWaiting for 'Lady Day': A Billie Holiday book's supply chain saga
On the planned release date, pre-ordered copies sat inside a container aboard the Evergreen ship stuck in the Chesapeake Bay. Their voyage offers a glimpse into today’s ocean freight challenges.
By Colin Campbell • July 7, 2022 -
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Mission Produce grapples with avocado shortfalls following meager Mexico harvest
One of the world's largest avocado distributors is sourcing more fruit from California and Peru, but admits it won't be enough.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 7, 2022 -
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Wheat supply still pressured despite price drop
Better weather and a brief drop in demand recently helped bring futures for the grain to a four-month low, but analysts say the food commodity may have hit a floor.
By Samantha Oller • July 5, 2022 -
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Xinjiang import ban creates compliance challenges for supply chains
Companies will need to show any goods linked to the western Chinese region don’t come from a company using forced labor practices.
By Robert Freedman • June 30, 2022 -
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Semiconductor makers urge passage of federal funding bill for domestic manufacturing
Intel and GlobalFoundries say their U.S. expansion plans rely on Congress passing the legislation.
By Matthew Thibault • June 29, 2022 -
Resin, packaging constraints create headwinds for medtech: Medtronic
The company expects supply woes to improve later this year, and is reevaluating its pricing as inflation rises.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 29, 2022 -
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La-Z-Boy makes 'structural changes' across supply chain to tackle backlog
The furniture retailer is leasing manufacturing plants in Mexico and adding suppliers to lower lead times.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 28, 2022 -
Revlon scrambles to stabilize its supply in bankruptcy
The cosmetics giant is racing to pay suppliers and catch up on production so it can fill orders for the pending holiday season.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 27, 2022 -
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'Buy everything you can today': Housing developers rethink procurement to avoid shipping delays
Contractors are racing to make apartments ready for move-in — using new tactics to navigate logistics woes.
By Leslie Shaver • June 23, 2022 -
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Intel CFO sees diversification as key to combating supply chain challenges
Chipmakers are carrying more buffer stock in order to combat growing shortages of key materials, said David Zinsner.
By Grace Noto • June 23, 2022 -
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SEC chair says not all companies will need to disclose emissions
The agency plans to require climate disclosures only from companies that have publicly committed to curbing scope 3 emissions, said SEC Chair Gary Gensler.
By Jim Tyson • June 21, 2022 -
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How to find packaging materials in a 'perfect storm' of supply chain issues
Procurement managers have options to alleviate the pressure, but they should plan now for the holiday season.
By Jen A. Miller • June 16, 2022 -
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Old Navy struggles with demand planning due to supply chain delays
The Gap-owned retailer is rebalancing its inventory mix after shipping delays left the company with excess product that is "out of sync" with consumer preferences.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 16, 2022 -
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Kraft Heinz tests paper-based ketchup bottle
Food and beverage companies are turning to packaging as a way to reduce their environmental footprint.
By Christopher Doering • June 16, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Amazon BusinessHow certified small and diverse sellers achieve growth with Amazon Business
Digital procurement helps sellers improve visibility with business and government buyers to grow their organizations.
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Urban Outfitters trims low-profit SKUs to boost margins
Fewer styles and larger orders are among the tactics Urban Outfitters is using to offset rising freight costs.
By Colin Campbell • June 10, 2022 -
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Deep DiveSustainable packaging goals challenged by supply chain realities
As CPGs set targets to cut virgin plastic use, chaotic forces like the pandemic, poor weather and war complicate the timeline.
By Samantha Oller • June 9, 2022 -
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GE normalizes Shanghai contrast dye production, easing medical supply constraints
Production had come to a standstill amid local lockdowns, forcing U.S. physicians to postpone nonemergency tests.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 9, 2022
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