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

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Risk Management

Risk takes many forms in the supply chain, including severe weather, geopolitical turmoil and trade uncertainty. Explore the tactics supply chain managers use to navigate disruptions. 

By Supply Chain Dive staff

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

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

How P&G created a 'ready for anything' supply chain

For the last decade, CPG giant Proctor and Gamble has been on a mission to use technology to take the guesswork out of disaster response. 

By Emma Cosgrove • June 3, 2019

Before disaster strikes, DHL has a 6-step plan

Managing the long tail of recovery from Hurricane Maria taught DHL's director of operations for supply chain services in Puerto Rico the value of preparing for the worst.

By Emma Cosgrove • June 3, 2019

Hurricane season begins: Lessons in supply chain disaster preparedness

Scenario mapping, inventory tracking and collaboration with industry and public sector partners are a few strategies organizations have deployed after Harvey, Maria, Sandy, Katrina and countless other devastating storms. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 3, 2019

Florida manufacturing at risk this hurricane season

Storm outages and disruptions to the Port of Miami and Miami International Airport "may cause ripple effects" through global supply chains, according to a DHL Resilience360 report.

By Matt Leonard • June 3, 2019