Hasbro warehousing costs up as it plans for tariffs

Even though no new tariffs were enacted on Hasbro's products, planning and risk mitigation led to greater expenses for the brand. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 24, 2019

Harley-Davidson avoids massive EU tariff hike

Had the EU import tariff been approved at 31% and increased to 56% in 2021 as planned, it could have been a poison pill.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 24, 2019

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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.

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With Boris Johnson as UK leader, analysts see greater chance of a no-deal Brexit

Both Moody's and Goldman Sachs put out research notes Tuesday increasing the risk of a no-deal Brexit as Johnson prepared to takeover the transition out of the European Union.

By Matt Leonard • July 23, 2019

Why are fashion supply chains so wasteful?

Consumer textile waste may be the larger problem, but the pre-consumer supply chain has wasteful practices built in to the way garments are designed and produced.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 23, 2019

Textile waste has increased 811% since 1960

More clothing is being purchased than ever before, but these items are worn fewer times, leading to skyrocketing waste. 

By Matt Leonard • July 23, 2019

How to conduct a freight sustainability analysis

Taking a step-by-step approach to finding the biggest sources of emissions in freight transportation can benefit the business and the bottom line.

By Barry Hochfelder • July 23, 2019

Unilever, Levi Strauss, SAP 25 more commit to stricter carbon emission targets

Representing $1.3 trillion in market capitalization, the companies committed to new carbon emissions goals to keep global temperature rise within 1.5 degrees Celsius of pre-industrial levels — down from the previous 2-degree standard. 

By Emma Cosgrove • July 23, 2019

83% of fashion companies plan to reduce China sourcing

A new U.S. Fashion Industry Association report reveals sourcing costs and trade protectionism as top businesses challenges for this year. 

By Morgan Forde • July 22, 2019

FedEx: Amazon 'may be' competitor, could reduce market share

The annual filing marks a change in tone for the company's executives who brushed off questions about Amazon as a competitor on previous earnings calls.

By Shefali Kapadia • July 19, 2019

77% of procurement professionals expect a recession by 2021

Survey respondents fear a recession could lead to budget cuts, layoffs in their departments and the loss of suppliers and contract partners.

By Morgan Forde • July 18, 2019

P&G takes on water risk — one drop at a time

A proactive approach to water sustainability in the supply chain is a growing strategy among CPG players who recognize the dire consequences of water shortages. 

By Shefali Kapadia • July 16, 2019

77% of suppliers lack deforestation commitments

Investors and procurement organizations should be concerned that crucial commodities may be in jeopardy as deforestation advances.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 16, 2019

The Panama Canal is thirsty. That's a problem for ocean carriers.

With one of the worst droughts in history, the canal is forced to place restrictions on the amount of cargo ships can carry.

By Matt Leonard • July 15, 2019

Barry moves north as freight services resume

As the Gulf Coast moves into damage assessment mode and freight movement resumes, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards told reporters the storm "could have played out very differently."

By Emma Cosgrove • July 15, 2019

Port of New Orleans closes to traffic as Tropical Storm Barry moves in

The port is closed to incoming traffic and cargo-loading at most terminals has ceased. The storm is expected to make landfall early Saturday morning.

By Emma Cosgrove • Updated July 12, 2019

Commerce Department seeks comment on online counterfeits

The department is looking for recommendations on how best to stop the sale of fraudulent items through online third-party marketplaces. 

By Matt Leonard • July 11, 2019

Report: 'Insider threat' emerges as new risk in cargo theft

88% of insider acts involved permanent staff, with the primary motivation being financial gain, according to BSI and TT Club.

By Shefali Kapadia • July 11, 2019

Publix updates sourcing standards for sustainable seafood

For fisheries that don’t meet the standards, Publix will work with the supplier to sponsor sustainability efforts through its Fishery Improvement Project.

By Krishna Thakker • July 10, 2019

Amazon workers plan Prime Day strike in Minnesota

The stoppage would fall on the first day of the sales event and follow recent walk-outs at the same facility as workers press for better conditions. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated July 8, 2019

Magnitude 7.1 earthquake closes roads in Southern California

Roads around the epicenter in Ridgecrest, California, reopened Saturday afternoon with temporary repairs, but more aftershocks are expected this week.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 8, 2019

Food waste is piling up. How are manufacturers responding?

More than 1.6 billion tons of food goes to waste annually, representing $1.2 trillion in value and a third of all global food production. A 2018 report says it's getting worse.

By Craig Guillot • July 2, 2019

US proposes tariffs on $4B EU imports

The latest duties comprise a supplemental list, adding on to tariffs proposed in April on $21 billion worth of goods, covering several food products and whiskey.

By Shefali Kapadia • July 2, 2019

Trump: US won't impose tariffs on $300B Chinese goods 'for the time being'

China and the U.S. will resume negotiations and avoid a further escalation of the trade war "for at least the time being," Trump said.

By Shefali Kapadia • June 29, 2019

4 arguments from 7 days of USTR tariff hearings

More than 300 witnesses testified across 55 panels, detailing the purpose and problems with the proposed list four tariffs on $300 billion worth of Chinese goods.

By Shefali Kapadia , Emma Cosgrove , Matt Leonard , Morgan Forde • June 28, 2019

New Sears taps 'sourcing agents' to improve supply chain, lead times

Sears' holding company faces an uphill battle to overcome the reputation of its namesake and navigate an ongoing trade war. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 27, 2019