Tesla supplier halts cobalt supply chain amid possible Cuba ties

Panasonic's raw material supplier was sourcing from Cuba, but imports from the country are banned in the U.S. — where Tesla, its battery client, is based.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • July 25, 2018

How Mercy Health consolidated its supply chain

Facing rising costs and inconsistencies, health systems are strengthening efficiency by vertically integrating their supply chains.

By Nicole Ault • July 24, 2018

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

71% of businesses don't hold suppliers to the same security standards

Suppliers using rudimentary networks pose a high risk to the value chain, often unknowingly inviting hackers in through the front door.

By Rich Weissman • July 24, 2018

Does Tesla's 'big ask' for cash from suppliers risk disrupting the supply chain?

The move is part of Elon Musk's promise to deliver positive cash flow, but can suppliers handle the request?

By Shefali Kapadia • July 23, 2018

Apparel industry ranks trade policy, tariffs as top business challenge

As a trade war brews with China, the fashion industry is looking for alternate sourcing destinations, resulting in major supply chain shifts. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 19, 2018

Toys R Us strikes deal with vendors to settle bankruptcy claims

After supporting the toy retailer in bankruptcy, many vendors were left with millions in unpaid orders as Toys R Us moved to liquidate. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 19, 2018

H&M works with suppliers on new wage management system

As the social supply chain takes hold, companies realize the benefits of suppliers with well-paid, safe and healthy workers. 

By Rich Weissman • July 19, 2018

To combat sourcing risk, industry groups evaluate 37 material supply chains

As supply chains become increasingly intricate, competitors and suppliers work in collaboration to source responsibly.

By Rich Weissman • July 18, 2018

Patterson's new supply chain initiatives could turn around lackluster sales

The dental company's new initiative aims to increase operational and supply chain efficiency but may have unintended consequences.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 17, 2018

ERPs a top challenge to growth of electronic payments

Electronic payments help lower costs and keep suppliers happy, but the technology's lack of interoperability with existing software is hindering adoption.

By Edwin Lopez • July 17, 2018

Supply chain woes leave Boeing, Airbus struggling to deliver

Booming demand in the airline industry is squeezing suppliers and creating shortages of crucial components such as engines and wing assemblies.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • July 17, 2018

Fish tales: Overfishing takes cod away from capes — and the world

Fishing reached record highs in 2016, but its unchecked growth may threaten long-term food security as fish stock declines or shifts to different waters. 

By Rich Weissman • July 16, 2018

Furniture retail starts to feel the 'Amazon effect'

While the industry has been slow to advance, increased demand and competition is driving innovation, keeping manufacturers on their toes.

By Barry Hochfelder • July 16, 2018

34% of companies can't determine country of origin for conflict minerals

Businesses have taken active steps to collect missing supply chain data, and suppliers are increasingly aware of 3TG minerals in products. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 12, 2018

Automation puts supply chain workers at high risk for exploitation

For businesses, juggling efficient automated facilities with the livelihood of workers is a balancing act. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 12, 2018

US announces tariffs on $200B more goods from China

China promised to take "firm and forceful measures" in response, but it's unclear exactly what those measures will be. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 11, 2018

It's time to reboot S&OP

A dose of technology plus supply chain collaboration may be the awakening that is missing to achieve better forecasting.

By Rich Weissman • July 10, 2018

Despite post-election bump, reshoring declined in 2017

A.T. Kearney's Reshoring Index saw a 27 basis point decline in 2017 as manufacturers turned to offshore facilities for imports.

By Edwin Lopez • July 10, 2018

Walmart launches online showcase, highlighting diverse suppliers

While 2,600 diverse suppliers is a small fraction of the retailer's vendor base, it's a good start to help suppliers gain a foothold in the marketplace.

By Rich Weissman • July 9, 2018

Amazon's medical supply chain ambitions: 4 things to know

The e-commerce giant is counting on shifting healthcare bedrock to give it an edge as it grows.

By Rebecca Pifer • July 6, 2018

Palm oil group suspends Nestlé, but is the company guilty?

Nestlé failed to meet some certification requirements for the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil, then wrote a letter raising questions over its value.

By Nicole Ault • July 5, 2018

It's becoming more expensive to be a Whole Foods supplier

In addition to merchandising fees and having to pay to run in-store demos, vendors are now being charged for the grocer's Prime member discounts.

By Jeff Wells • July 5, 2018

Tariffs sucker-punch high-debt companies like Harley-Davidson

While the motorcycle company retains good financial strength, significant risk and high debt have investors keeping close tabs on Harley. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 5, 2018

Europe's largest supermarkets team up to cut better deals from suppliers

Carrefour and Tesco are joining forces to lower costs and better compete with German discount grocers and Amazon's growing presence in Europe.

By Kate Patrick Macri • July 5, 2018

Before the boom: How $1.2B in fireworks get from China to the July 4 celebration

As the country's fireworks industry consolidates, supply chain managers are preparing to avert disruption.

By Craig Guillot • July 3, 2018