Teamsters union desires greater voice in supply chain work force

Worker misclassification is a touch point for the union to gain more influence within the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 30, 2017

Road repair needs have massive ripple effect across society, per ASCE report

Roads receive a D grade in ASCE's latest Infrastructure Report, barely passing muster.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 30, 2017

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Structurally insufficient bridges must be upgraded, per ASCE 2017 report

As America's bridges age and become more structurally deficient, they face a dire need for funding infusion.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 30, 2017

What does rising supply chain talent look like?

The Institute for Supply Management and THOMASNET.com recognized 30 rising stars in supply chain management; we profiled three to see how they got there.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • March 30, 2017

Empowering indigenous populations through local purchasing programs

A relationship-driven approach builds connections across cultures to build successful local business.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 28, 2017

American Trucking Association goes to Washington to discuss healthcare reform

Truck driving safety and maintenance of good health are at the forefront of the ATA's visit with President Trump.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • March 27, 2017

Modern supply chain work force talent gap requires both hard, soft skills

As the work force must continue to evolve, supply chain managers must also adjust the ways in which they seek out new talent.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 27, 2017

Trump's infrastructure investment, budget cuts, at odds

A $1 trillion investment promise appears to be going in the opposite direction at the onset.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 27, 2017

Sears sinking, subject to more than stringent supplier payment demands

Financial warnings puts Sears' ability to continue as they have for over 100 years in further peril.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 24, 2017

J.B. Hunt funds new supply chain management program at University of Arkansas

With the global market place increasingly laden with skills gaps, J.B. Hunt recognized an opportunity to help its own company interests by training others for the 21st century supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 24, 2017

Hello Procurement: SAP Ariba invites buyers, suppliers to chat with a bot

Gone are the days of back-and-forth emails over invoice mistakes for the platform's users — if the company's plans succeed.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 23, 2017

Going paperless: 5 ways to take control of your supplier management processes

Be a great supply chain partner by getting your house in order first.

By April Rassa • March 22, 2017

Is freight forwarding at a crossroads due to new technology?

Technology companies promise to disrupt the freight forwarder but success is not guaranteed. 

By Edwin Lopez • March 20, 2017

Dockworkers call off Spain port strikes, head back to table

Global supply chains skirted nine days of disruption, but the issues that led to the strikes are far from over.

By Edwin Lopez • March 20, 2017

Kellogg's sustainability director highlights importance of procurement, targets

However, corporate sustainability initiatives must follow internal alignment; neither procurement nor operations can tackle the issue independently.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 17, 2017

Ford's supply chain leads the way in partnership for sustainability

The auto manufacturer employs a number of methods to promote stronger sustainability practices among its suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 16, 2017

Report: How to manage the increasingly complex supply chain

New distribution channels, expanding markets and rising expectations are forcing supply chain managers to up their game.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 15, 2017

Tesco working with suppliers to reduce waste in food supply chain

Communication is key in preventing food waste in the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 14, 2017

Foxconn turns to blockchain to help suppliers avoid financial disruption

The company's blockchain finance subsidiary will provide loans directly to suppliers to mitigate the effects of upstream payment delays.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 14, 2017

March Madness: Conflicts and confines that make up the NCAA apparel supply chain

Who is responsible for ensuring athletes' gear is made ethically — the brand or the university? 

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • March 13, 2017

Survey: Manufacturers behind the curve on supply chain strategy

Large companies may be leading the charge on Industry 4.0, but small companies still prioritize managing direct costs and lean strategies.

By Edwin Lopez • March 10, 2017

Report: 3PL innovation, partnerships of utmost importance to shippers

However, advanced technologies remain unattractive to most as incremental innovation determines supply chain strategy.

By Rich Weissman • March 10, 2017

FMC amends contract rules, allowing entry into force prior to filing

Shippers and carriers will no longer be subject to a filing delay when new service contracts or arrangements are signed. 

By Edwin Lopez • March 9, 2017

Survey: How supplier credit rankings impact procurement

Poor credit can cost a contract, but suppliers are blissfully unaware of the degree to which buyers check financial ratings before selecting a business partner.

By Edwin Lopez • March 9, 2017

Women in trucking: An underappreciated resource

An Omnitracs analysis reveals women in trucking have a lower accident ratio, longer tenure, drive more miles and quit less than men on average. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 8, 2017