How Toyota is rethinking its supply chain for a post-pandemic world

The automaker’s well-insulated supply chain wasn’t enough to weather the COVID-19 storm.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 22, 2023

FedEx Express pilots authorize strike as talks drag on

The union says its goal is still to reach an agreement with the company as contract negotiations under a federal mediator continue.

By Max Garland • May 17, 2023

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Risk Management

Risk takes many forms in the supply chain: severe weather, geopolitical uncertainty and labor tensions. Explore the tactics supply chain managers use to prepare for disruptions.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Apple iPhone supply stabilizes after last year’s disruptions in China

As near-term manufacturing headaches ease, the electronics giant is looking to diversify its sourcing footprint. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 11, 2023

UPS, Teamsters kick off high-stakes national contract negotiations

The delivery giant is optimistic about reaching an agreement, but some say the risk of a strike is higher than in previous years.

By Max Garland • May 10, 2023

Target has tracked down nearly all of its palm oil supply

The retailer had visibility down to the mill level of 96% of its supply last year as it looks to make its products more sustainable.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 5, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond owes over $95M to these 14 vendors in its supply chain

The bankrupt retailer has big trade debts to numerous suppliers, as well as transportation and other service providers.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 4, 2023

Tesla details its supply chain emissions for the first time

The EV maker released an estimate of its Scope 3 footprint, while also delving into its efforts to source mineral responsibly. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 2, 2023

General Dynamics calls out supplier Honeywell for late deliveries

The aerospace and defense giant said the delay in parts is hurting build rate growth.

By Kelly Stroh • May 2, 2023

PVH launches supplier finance program tied to sustainability goals

Vendors for the apparel company can get discounts on loans if they hit environmental and social targets.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 1, 2023

Boeing sends cash, resources to supplier to fix 737 quality issue

The aircraft company is providing Spirit Aerosystems with manufacturing and engineering resources after being notified of a quality issue on some fuselages.

By Kelly Stroh • May 1, 2023

Is it time for supply chains to break out the pre-pandemic playbook?

The industry will need to dust off its pre-pandemic playbook to succeed in an inflationary environment.

By Rich Weissman • April 28, 2023

Neiman Marcus, Ocean Spray join coalition to reduce supplier emissions

The consumer giants join PepsiCo, Coca Cola, General Mills and others in a collaborative aimed at tracking and reporting their environmental progress.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 27, 2023

How Bed Bath & Beyond lost its suppliers’ trust — and doomed itself

In the years leading up to bankruptcy, the retailer alienated major vendors by betting on private labels, and when that didn’t work, stock buybacks. 

By Ben Unglesbee • April 26, 2023

UPS fights to keep strike-fearing shippers from fleeing

The delivery giant has assigned executives to major customers to keep them from shifting volume to competitors amid Teamsters contract negotiations, CEO Carol Tomé said.

By Max Garland • April 25, 2023

Amazon targets counterfeits with new information-sharing exchange

The e-commerce giant said the program has already detected hundreds of problematic accounts.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 24, 2023

Lawmakers scrutinize potential loopholes in forced labor law

Congressional members want more information on enforcement following reports that shippers are skirting the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 20, 2023

ILWU, PMA reach tentative deal on ‘certain key issues’

Contract talks remain ongoing as the two sides near the one-year mark since negotiations began.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated April 21, 2023

David’s Bridal owes $27.5M to vendors as it navigates bankruptcy

The wedding apparel retailer is millions in debt to the joint venture that procures the bulk of its merchandise outside North America.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 20, 2023

Purchasing practices are still harming apparel suppliers in Bangladesh: report

With little leverage, manufacturers and workers in supply chains are still struggling as large fashion brands push for ultra-favorable terms, according to a new paper.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 19, 2023

China sourcing tied to largest supply chain risks of 2023: report

Insolvencies, COVID-19 disruption and ties to forced labor raise the possibility for delays and reputational harm, according to Everstream.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 18, 2023

Apple commits to 100% recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025

The push comes as the company is taking steps to create more responsible mineral supply chains.

By Kate Magill • April 14, 2023

Port employers say local union is slowing operations at Los Angeles, Long Beach terminals

The allegations, which appear to have a limited effect on cargo flow, mark another labor management dispute at the ports.

By Edwin Lopez • April 14, 2023

3 ways to bolster supply chain cybersecurity as attacks accelerate

Cyberattacks against supply chains are becoming more common and more sophisticated. A cybersecurity expert gives insight on what companies can do.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 13, 2023

Teamsters say no to UPS national negotiations until regional contracts finalized

Talks for the nationwide contract have been slated to start April 17, but the union alleges progress on local matters hasn't met the mark.

By Max Garland • April 12, 2023

Los Angeles, Long Beach ports resume normal operations

Port officials say terminals had reopened Friday evening despite a labor-related dispute that limited operations late last week.

By Edwin Lopez • April 10, 2023