Risk and Resilience
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Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution
Under the agreement, the companies will move battery production for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan.
By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024 -
GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity
The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass Mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 18, 2024 -
Trendline
Peak season management
Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.
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Drought shrivels cotton, delays wheat planting in US Plains
At least 44% of winter wheat production is currently affected by the dry conditions, per the Department of Agriculture.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 16, 2024 -
More US-based companies to shift supply chain operations into Americas: report
Reducing touch points and increasing proximity to manufacturing and procurement locations is a priority for firms, according to KPMG.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Oct. 15, 2024 -
Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions
One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 15, 2024 -
FDA outlines new Drug Supply Chain Security Act exemptions
Several groups have been granted additional time to comply with the more than 10-year-old legislation.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 14, 2024 -
Hurricane Milton’s supply chain impact: What to know
As of Thursday morning, Port Tampa Bay remains closed, while Port Everglades is resuming some operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 10, 2024 -
Hurricane Helene: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service still disrupted
Parcel carriers continued to report delivery delays a week after the storm made landfall.
By Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2024 -
ILA strike, Hurricane Helene threaten food supply chain
Industry experts warn the strike could uproot long-term stability for commodity markets.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 3, 2024 -
McCormick believes it’s ‘broadly covered’ from ILA strike risks
The spice and seasonings giant says it worked on mitigation plans with domestic suppliers ahead of the work stoppage.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 3, 2024 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
Biden, industry leaders react to port strike
The president and trade associations called for a swift resolution to avoid the work stoppage’s impact on supply chains and economic flows.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2024 -
Top supply chain conferences to watch in 2025
Next year’s trade shows will focus on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 1, 2024 -
Trump vs. Harris on manufacturing: A tale of 2 speeches
In dueling remarks this week, the Republican nominee focused on tariff hikes, while the Democratic nominee talked of boosting clean energy production.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 30, 2024 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
Days of a port strike could mean weeks of manufacturing delays
Chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers are among those that could be hit hardest, with companies at risk of running out of raw materials within two to six weeks.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 30, 2024 -
Trump threatens Deere with 200% tariffs if it shifts manufacturing to Mexico
The tractor giant's plan to move some production south of the border is tied up in election politics as the economy becomes more central to campaign messaging.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Hurricane Helene: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service report disruptions
The carriers halted some deliveries in Florida as the storm slammed the southern U.S.
By Max Garland • Updated Sept. 27, 2024 -
Biden-Harris administration tackles supply chain risks with new federal tool
The Commerce Department's SCALE tool aims to assess risks across the economy and stop supply shortages before they happen.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 25, 2024 -
US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Deep Dive // ILA-USMX port labor talks
A shipper’s guide to East and Gulf Coast port strikes
U.S. West Coast, Canada and Mexico ports are seen as viable alternatives if a threatened strike becomes reality on Oct. 1
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2024 -
Fed rate cut unlikely to boost manufacturing until 2025, experts warn
The looming presidential election is still sparking uncertainty in the industry, pushing manufacturers to spend with caution.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 19, 2024 -
Temu and Shein can weather de minimis changes. Others may struggle.
The e-commerce giants are already diversifying their supply chains in the wake of the White House’s proposal to limit the exemption, but smaller businesses may have a tough time doing the same.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Low Mississippi River water levels disrupt barge shipping for third consecutive year
The cargo restrictions come as grain harvests begin and agricultural shippers look to offload more commodities from storage.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.
The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Preparing for the next black swan event
Prepare for the next black swan event with strategic risk management—because the unexpected is inevitable.
By Brewster Smith • Sept. 16, 2024 -
Biden finalizes China tariff hikes
The first increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, are set to go into effect on Sept. 27.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 13, 2024