Risk and Resilience: Page 23
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Florida orange crop faces ‘significant damage’ from Hurricane Ian
The storm ripped fruit from trees and flooded groves, threatening to worsen what was already expected to be a record-low harvest.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 6, 2022 -
Inflation Reduction Act heats up market for critical metals in EV batteries
The U.S. “is far behind other nations — even Europe, but especially China — in manufacturing batteries," one expert said.
By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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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.
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Carriers work to restore service after Hurricane Ian
The storm ripped through Florida last week and halted delivery and transportation operations. Some areas still have service suspensions in place.
By Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2022 -
Inflation, supply chain woes weigh on spice maker McCormick
The flavorings giant is among a handful of food and beverage firms reporting business challenges in a volatile economic environment.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 3, 2022 -
Ian prompts port, rail closures as it barrels toward the Carolinas
Terminals closed as hurricane-force winds are expected to batter the Southeast coast.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 30, 2022 -
UPS, FedEx and USPS suspend some services as Hurricane Ian hits Florida
Hundreds of ZIP codes and cities are affected as the hurricane’s landfall on Wednesday led to flooding and destruction in the southwest part of the state.
By Max Garland • Sept. 29, 2022 -
Ford breaks ground on $5.6B EV ‘mega campus’
The facility is part of the automaker’s plan to meet electric vehicle production targets by exerting greater control over its supply chain.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 27, 2022 -
Beam Suntory to invest $400M in sustainable expansion of Jim Beam distillery
The project will increase the Kentucky facility’s capacity by 50%, while cutting its greenhouse gas emissions in half.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 27, 2022 -
GM partnership looks to develop EV battery recycling supply chain
The automaker's partnership with Lithion Recycling will focus on R&D and validating recovered materials for reuse in new units.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 23, 2022 -
Ford searches for chief supply chain officer after supplier costs mount
The automaker is restructuring operations after reporting that tens of thousands of vehicles will be built with parts missing due to supply constraints.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 22, 2022 -
Bio-based packaging companies say mushrooms and seaweed are the next alternatives to plastic
Supply chains are still warming up to “bioregenerative” packaging that uses renewable, compostable materials with the same properties as plastic.
By Megan Quinn • Sept. 22, 2022 -
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ColumnTackling ‘quiet quitting’ in supply chains starts with leadership
A lack of effort, even in the most distant parts of the supply chain, can create a butterfly effect.
By Rich Weissman • Sept. 22, 2022 -
Micron expands US memory chip production with $15B facility
The semiconductor manufacturer expects the new plant to begin production in 2025.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 21, 2022 -
4 ways collaboration helps build supply chain resiliency
Navigating volatility during the pandemic wasn't easy. Several speakers shared their approach during a session at CSCMP Edge 2022.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 20, 2022 -
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How CPGs are using M&A to boost manufacturing amid supply disruptions
While dealmaking often focuses on food or beverage brands, more companies are buying plants to ramp up production, widen an offering’s reach and lessen dependence on outside manufacturers.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 20, 2022 -
White House supply chain strategy shifts beyond 24/7 port operations
Port and Supply Chain Envoy Gen. Stephen Lyons said the initiative failed to gain traction due to the financial costs involved.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2022 -
Bridgestone invests $42M for more sustainable tire production
The tire maker is scaling production of a rubber alternative by cultivating a latex-producing desert shrub.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 15, 2022 -
As supply chain woes persist for school meals, districts get creative
Some districts are leasing warehouse space to store items for meal programs as they navigate shortages, according to a report by school nutrition advocates.
By Anna Merod • Sept. 14, 2022 -
Equashield’s automated facility fulfills orders at ‘record pace’
The AI and machine learning technology at its production facility have helped improve accuracy, fill rates and product quality.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 12, 2022 -
Opinion
Inflation is a lot worse than it seems, as companies do not always pass on the costs
A small food manufacturer's experience in Texas outlines the difficult choices it takes to absorb rising costs, write three professors.
By Travis Tokar, Andrew Balthrop, Ron Gordon • Sept. 12, 2022 -
Bosch to manufacture EV hydrogen fuel cells in South Carolina
The cells will power heavy-duty trucks as the automotive supplier goes "all in" on the alternative fuel source.
By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 9, 2022 -
Container dwell fee paused at Port of New York and New Jersey
Officials are rewriting the tariff after receiving input from ocean carriers.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2022 -
Safety issues incubate disaster in food and beverage supply chains
An Abbott formula recall and a Family Dollar rodent infestation underscore how systematic failures can compromise safety.
By Jen A. Miller • Sept. 6, 2022 -
Kraft Heinz opens new distribution center in partnership with Prologis, Ryder
The Lathrop facility will focus on operational speed and sustainability.
By Megan Ruggles • Aug. 31, 2022 -
Deep Dive // FedEx Ground contractors form alliance
How tensions between FedEx Ground and its contractors reached a boiling point
The logistics giant's model for independent delivery providers is broken, an analyst said. One contractor is leading a push for change.
By Max Garland • Aug. 25, 2022