Risk and Resilience: Page 60
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Moody's: With port automation comes political risk
"Managing the employment impact resulting from automation, without concessions that compromise the economic potential of the technology, remains a key challenge," the report said.
By Matt Leonard • June 27, 2019 -
Tesla receives 1-year tariff exclusion on Japanese aluminum imports
The decision is a victory for the company, which uses aluminum to manufacture its car batteries.
By Morgan Forde • June 26, 2019 -
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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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Why reusable food packaging has a promising future
Consumers are looking for both convenience and sustainability, and companies are responding with containers, bottles and bags designed for many uses.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 25, 2019 -
56% of manufacturers say trade issues are a top concern
2019 could bring challenges for manufacturers who experienced a "banner year" last year, according to the National Association of Manufacturers.
By Matt Leonard • June 25, 2019 -
NRF: List 4 tariffs 'too large' for retailers to absorb
In testimony, NRF's David French said capacity doesn't exist for retailers to move sourcing away from China, resulting in billions of dollars in increased costs for consumers.
By Matt Leonard • June 24, 2019 -
J.C. Penney and Macy's decry tariffs, warn of price hikes
Proposed import taxes would fall disproportionately on women, who are Penney's core shoppers, and would leave retailers with few short-term options.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 21, 2019 -
At Molson Coors, supply risk management starts with real-time data
Climate change presents risks to malting grade barley, prompting beer manufacturers to protect the crucial crop.
By Shefali Kapadia • June 20, 2019 -
H&M 1st to trial Maersk's carbon neutral transport
Both companies are perceived as sustainability leaders in their industries and have set ambitious carbon reduction goals.
By Shefali Kapadia • June 20, 2019 -
Port of Oakland puts electric power, fleets at center of zero-emissions strategy
The 259-page plan provides a framework for changes that will take place over the next 30 years as the port seeks to operate on zero emissions.
By Matt Leonard • June 19, 2019 -
Trump, Xi to resume US-China trade talks at upcoming G20 summit
Businesses on both sides of the Pacific hope for a resolution, or at least a stabilization, of the unpredictable trade war.
By Morgan Forde • June 19, 2019 -
Gap, Adidas, Nike rank top 5 in Better Cotton leaderboard
The top 15 companies in BCI's rankings account for 88% of the Better Cotton sourced in 2018.
By Andy Burt • June 19, 2019 -
USTR hearing: 7 days of tariff testimony begin
More than 300 businesses or associations plan to provide testimony on how the proposed tranche four China tariffs would impact their businesses.
By Matt Leonard • June 17, 2019 -
Cargill CEO says industry will 'fall short' of 2020 goals to end deforestation
The CEO pledged $30 million to accelerate new efforts to address deforestation, beginning with the soy industry in Brazil.
By Emma Cosgrove • June 14, 2019 -
Walmart updates supplier pricing tool to manage tariff costs
The new tool for suppliers is proof the price hikes Walmart executives predicted are not just likely, but the system designed to enable them is already in place.
By Morgan Forde • June 13, 2019 -
US to 'indefinitely' suspend Mexico tariffs
In a Friday night tweet, President Donald Trump said the 5% tariffs, originally set to take effect today are "hereby indefinitely suspended."
By Matt Leonard • June 7, 2019 -
Texas, Michigan would be hit hardest by Mexico tariffs
The states imported billions of dollars worth of goods from Mexico in 2018, and even the 5% tariff level would result in billions in extra cost that would have to be paid by either businesses or consumers.
By Matt Leonard • June 7, 2019 -
Human trafficking, slavery rife in Pacific tuna supply chains
The Business and Human Rights Centre recommended enhanced digital traceability, among other actions, to reduce risk in tuna sourcing.
By Morgan Forde • June 7, 2019 -
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Gap commits to 100% sustainable cotton sourcing
Additionally, the apparel brand considers the entire life cycle of a garment in its sustainability accounting, as many textiles end up in the landfill.
By Emma Cosgrove • June 7, 2019 -
Report: 35% of procurement execs expect trade risks to hike sourcing costs
Companies are dealing with the uncertainty surrounding trade by reviewing internal controls and procedures, forecasting prices using simulations and looking for new suppliers.
By Matt Leonard • June 6, 2019 -
Tariffs could raise prices up to $25 at Ugg, Calvin Klein
Apparel brands that were safe from the Trump administration's tariff increases now find themselves highly exposed to the proposed tranche four tariffs, which include apparel, leather and textiles.
By Morgan Forde • June 5, 2019 -
Off-price retailers emerge as rare winners in trade war
Any business that can capitalize on uncertainty is sure to fair well in the midst of a global trade war. Burlington, Ross and TJX are able to do just that.
By Emma Cosgrove • June 5, 2019 -
Keurig Dr Pepper commits to 100% recyclable or compostable packaging by 2025
Beyond plastic in packaging, this list of new efforts addresses waste, water and carbon emissions — each of which will likely require some shifts in the supply chains of Keurig Dr Pepper's brands.
By Emma Cosgrove • June 4, 2019 -
Williams-Sonoma will halve China sourcing in the next year
The retailer made 2019 forecasts anticipating a jump from 10% to 25% on list three tariffs and "unfortunately, our pessimism turned out to be true," said CFO Julie Whalen on a recent earnings call.
By Emma Cosgrove • June 4, 2019 -
Mexico tariffs could cost Chipotle $15M
CFO Jack Hartung told CNBC that if tariffs, which could go as high as 25%, become permanent, the restaurant would have to consider increasing menu prices.
By Julie Littman • June 3, 2019 -
In disaster response, health supply chain egos melt away
A speedy post-hurricane return to normal requires competitors to become collaborators to effectively manage inventory and cold chains.
By Gary Wollenhaupt • June 3, 2019
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