Big Pharma may be Trump's next target for the automotive treatment

The issue of bringing Big Pharma back to the U.S. is unusually complicated, but with President-elect Trump there is always room for surprise.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

UPS to train drivers to spot and report human trafficking

UPS' partner in this program, Truckers Against Trafficking, notes a previous partnership with Polaris helped identify 471 likely cases of human trafficking with 1,033 trafficking victims, 285 of which were minors.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

Judge rules Swift misclassified owner-operators as independent contractors

The present case against Swift extends the legal battle over misclassifications to trucking companies, which have long employed workers on a contract basis.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

Ralph Lauren joins sustainability movement to prevent deforestation

Companies continue to add themselves to the sustainable sourcing movement to the benefit of both enhanced visibility as well as the reduction of human rights abuses.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 12, 2017

US tariff reform risks unintended consequences for global economy; just ask Madison Paper

Tariffs don't always mean a reprieve for an industry already struggling.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • Jan. 11, 2017

Panjiva: 7 industries at highest risk of trade shifts

Trade-reliant supply chains should expect changes under the next administration, but resilience will depend both on the company and the severity of the new policies. 

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 11, 2017

Human trafficking and the modern supply chain: Why brands must do good to do well

Ethical supply chains are both an opportunity and a responsibility for today’s businesses and brands.

By Padmini Ranganathan • Jan. 11, 2017

Corona beer distributor plans import-export balance to offset proposed border tax

Constellation Brands is considering shifting its purchases of natural gas and packaging resources back to the U.S. in order to diminish taxes on its Mexican beer imports​.

By , Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 10, 2017

Steel advocate, former Reagan official Robert Lighthizer will lead Trump's USTR

Three long-time trade critics will lead the nation's top trade posts, threatening a complete reversal of the country's long embrace of free trade.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 5, 2017

Tesla touts renewable energy to protect planet, but may be linked to human rights violations

No business, even one that is run by a visionary such as Elon Musk, can guarantee full compliance without an aggressive, multi-pronged approach.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 5, 2017

KnowTheChain releases first-ever benchmarks on forced labor within footwear makers

The new benchmark ranking highlights the best and worst in how apparel companies are addressing labor violations.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • Jan. 4, 2017

Kentucky toll enforcement plans show costs of infrastructure fall on supply chains

Clampdown on bridge toll collection could cost the trucking industry while benefiting the surrounding community.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 4, 2017

Are pharmaceutical supply chains responsible for the opioid epidemic?

Cardinal Health's $44 million settlement with the Department of Justice shows the government's position.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 3, 2017

The 5 most notorious supply chain ethics scandals of 2016

Slavery, child labor, corruption and migrant extortion within the supply chain have hurt brands throughout the year.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 26, 2016

Trump creates pro-manufacturing White House post, appoints trade critic

The new White House National Trade Council is tasked to "make American manufacturing great again," shrink the trade deficit and slow offshoring. 

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 23, 2016

GOP's proposed import tax could see retailers' tax burdens rise exponentially

CNBC reports retailers like Gap will be especially hard hit by a VAT-style tax, which could raise taxes on sweaters from $1.75 to $17 per item.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 21, 2016

Wal-Mart commits to using 50% renewable energy by 2025

Wal-Mart first announced the policy in 2005, but reports indicate the retailer may not be following through on its promises despite pressure on suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 20, 2016

EcoVadis secures venture funds to enhance 3rd party transparency

As transparency continues to be a focus in the supply chain, 3rd party auditors are growing. But are they independent?

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 15, 2016

DOT pushes V2V tech implementation with new proposed rule

The long-awaited proposed rule is an important step to the safety and commercialization of self-driving technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 14, 2016

Samsung aims to root out migrant worker abuse within its supply chain

In response to reports of migrant worker extortion in Malaysia, Samsung established clear guidelines for its factories and suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 13, 2016

GOP's VAT-style tax overhaul seeks favorable trade, but will it hurt supply chain?

The plan aims to decrease the trade deficit, but critics are skeptical that the tax reform will have its desired outcome.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 13, 2016

FDA releases guidance to help combat pharmaceutical counterfeiting within supply chain

As pharmaceutical supply chains expand into India, China and other emerging economies, safety protocols become increasingly difficult to enforce.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 12, 2016

Congress passes waterway bill, 34-hour reset clarification

The bills aim to fix the waterway funding gap and correct a mistake made by Congress last year that threatened to nullify the 34-hour restart rule.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 12, 2016

Students demand Georgetown University cut Nike contract amid reports of supply chain abuses

Nike's close relationship with the university has come under pressure as the company refuses to subject its supply chain to watchdog audits.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 9, 2016

Why supply chain managers should care about Trump's $1 trillion infrastructure plan

A lack of infrastructure funding forces the costs of basic maintenance upon supply chains while stifling the country's competitiveness.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 9, 2016