As Mango bets on supply chain transparency, ‘others will follow’

The fashion brand recently published a full list of its tier 3 suppliers, with the aim of using visibility to push its sustainability goals. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 12, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond’s sales and inventory crash as suppliers tighten terms

The struggling retailer’s in-stock position fell by 70% in the third quarter amid accelerated payment requirements and other financial constraints.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2023

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Inventory Management

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

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US, Mexico and Canada take on 5 initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience

The countries plan to collaborate on projects such as mapping critical minerals and assessing future manufacturing labor needs.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 11, 2023

Supply chains 2022: A year in pictures

Rising inflation, strike threats and slowing demand triggered a wave of business uncertainty following months of growth. Take a look back at 13 memorable moments.

By Edwin Lopez , Kelly Stroh , Sarah Zimmerman , Shaun Lucas • Jan. 10, 2023

Rivian falls short on EV production amid supply chain stall

The electric vehicle maker has faced production downtime because of a shortage of a “key component,” executives previously said. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 10, 2023

Tesla production costs could rise after lithium supplier revised deal

The new agreement will peg prices for the material — key to battery production — to the market, which has tightened with demand spikes.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 9, 2023

Hydro Flask owner sees reduced orders amid inventory glut

 Helen of Troy, which also owns Drybar and Vicks, said it would cut its global workforce by 10%.

By Dani James • Jan. 6, 2023

4 benefits of supplier segmentation

By categorizing vendors, procurement managers can focus on maximizing the value of supplier relationships.

By Praveen Kumar Soni • Jan. 5, 2023

Utilities sound alarm over transformer shortage

Materials, labor and production constraints are beginning to hold back electrification projects and threaten grid reliability, the sector warned.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 5, 2023

Automakers face Senate probe over forced labor in supply chains

The chamber’s finance committee is questioning major manufacturers following reports of materials linked to the Xinjiang region of China.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 5, 2023

Retailers clear inventory, automate in pursuit of supply chain normalcy

Ongoing promotional environments and cargo diversions are just a few of 2022’s most notable supply chain trends.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 29, 2022

Here are the biggest supply chain stories of 2022

Fedex’s consolidation strategy and Amazon’s excess labor costs were just a few of the stories that piqued reader’s interests this year.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 27, 2022

‘Tripledemic’ drug shortages: When surging demand meets static capacity

Parents are straining to find children’s cold and flu medicine as companies also struggle to keep up with demand for amoxicillin.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 22, 2022

CVS, Walgreens cap sales of children’s pain relievers

The purchasing limits come as respiratory illnesses hit record levels and supplies run short. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 21, 2022

A tidal wave of inventory walloped retailers in 2022

Shortages gave way to excess this year. Here’s how businesses pivoted in the face of declining consumer demand and easing supply chain congestion.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 20, 2022

USTR extends China tariff exclusions another 9 months

The exemptions on more than 352 products have caused concern among some in Congress who worry about the trade representative picking “winners and losers.”

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 19, 2022

Lockheed Martin expands supplier partnership to advance 3D printing

The defense contractor is exploring alternatives to traditional manufacturing processes with one of its additive parts vendors. 

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 19, 2022

What’s next for Coupa after $8B sale to private equity

For years, the procurement and spend software company has invested in expanding its customer base. With growth slowing, it may turn to profitability. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 16, 2022

USTR blasts WTO after panel rules against steel, aluminum tariffs

The trade organization rejected U.S. claims that the duties were necessary for national security reasons. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 15, 2022

Los Angeles garment supplier cited for failure to pay workers

The U.S. Department of Labor said the violation was the latest in a string of abuses at clothing manufacturers in the city.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 15, 2022

Your merchandise was made in a sweatshop. Now what?

When it comes to supply chain ethics, retailers may no longer be able to cede responsibility to the brands they sell.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 15, 2022

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

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

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

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