Retailers take aim at packaging waste

The amount of packaging waste generated in the U.S. has increased by 185% between 1960 and 2016. Retailers are looking for a more sustainable way forward. 

By Matt Leonard • March 5, 2019

7 elements of the sustainable warehouse — and why shippers are moving in

Whether new construction or retrofitting, warehouses designed with sustainable practices can result in operational efficiencies and decreased costs.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • March 5, 2019

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Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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Software supply chains increasingly under cyber attack

Microsoft's latest Security Intelligence Report reveals bad actors are increasingly targeting the update and build processes for software.

By Matt Leonard • March 4, 2019

US export losses from trade war pegged at $40B

Empty shipping containers in Asian ports are but a symptom of misaligned supply and demand caused by the ongoing trade skirmishes — and a symbol of billions in lost commerce.

By Rich Weissman • March 4, 2019

Lowe's plan to stay in stock takes shape despite stumbles

Improving in-stock status is the number one priority for Marvin Ellison, who took over in June 2018 and immediately directed the company's focus toward a more effective and streamlined supply chain.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 4, 2019

Amazon unveils Project Zero to fight counterfeits

The company's automated technology will scan over 5 billion listings daily and will remove suspect products.

By Dan O'Shea • March 1, 2019

Amazon Day expands to all Prime members — and offers an operational win-win

The negotiation between speed, convenience, waste and a longer fulfillment time horizon is the next evolution of retail fulfillment.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 1, 2019

Washington state bill would make manufacturers responsible for plastic waste

House Bill 1204 would require plastic packaging producers to either participate in a stewardship organization by 2022 or stop using the materials.

By Cathy Siegner • March 1, 2019

Tate & Lyle partners with supplier, NGO to study stevia sustainability

Tate & Lyle and Sweet Green Fields are working with Earthwatch to understand the popular sweetener's supply chain.

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 28, 2019

Inside Ahold Delhaize's supply chain innovation arm

The new team is tasked with evaluating technologies that can help Ahold Delhaize's supply chain better deliver for its stores.

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 28, 2019

Walmart unveils plan to reduce plastic packaging waste

The retailer is setting big goals, including one to achieve zero plastic waste, by partnering with suppliers on sustainability efforts.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 27, 2019

Environmental group launches supply chain sustainability website

A new website from the Environmental Defense Fund provides a variety of resources for anyone looking to understand how to implement sustainability goals.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 27, 2019

Foreign suppliers subject to FDA inspection under new food safety plan for imports

The agency will beef up inspections domestically and abroad, and use mandatory recall authority to limit risks from the 15% of the U.S. food supply that is imported.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 27, 2019

Danone, Nestle among top companies 'ready to transition' to low-carbon economy

When it comes to preparation for integrated sustainability in the food and beverage space, the French company is at the top for readiness to transition to a low-carbon economy. Kraft Heinz ranked last. 

By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 26, 2019

Accenture, Mastercard turn to blockchain to enable tips for producers

The application tracks the path of a product and verifies the identity of the producer, allowing consumers to give them a monetary tip. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 26, 2019

It's time to stop managing intellectual property on a wing and a prayer

Businesses are often confident in their top suppliers' systems to manage intellectual property and confidentiality, but confidence erodes in tiers two, three and beyond of the supply chain.

By Rich Weissman • Feb. 25, 2019

Trump delays tariff hike initially scheduled for March

Tariffs on $200 billion worth of imports from China will remain at 10%, and the President plans to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping "to conclude an agreement," Trump tweeted.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 24, 2019

Maersk expects trade uncertainty, fuel prices to wreak havoc in 2019

The carrier is in better shape than it was this time last year, but it's the hazy future that makes 2018's gains cold comfort going forward. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 22, 2019

Retailers warn of Brexit-induced tariff hikes

Without a withdrawal treaty between the U.K. and EU, tariffs of up to 45% on "everyday food items" could be coming soon, according to retail groups. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 22, 2019

Kraft Heinz discloses SEC investigation into its procurement policies

The CPG giant found $25 million in procurement spend should have been recorded, a fraction of the company's total procurement spend of $11 billion. 

By Megan Poinski • Feb. 22, 2019

Cargill works toward deforestation-free supply chains by 2030

Two new policies on sustainable soy production in South America and human rights commitments, along with an updated Forest Policy, outline the company's plan for increasing sustainability within its supply of soy, cocoa and palm.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 21, 2019

Cargo theft on the decline, California tops list

Full truckloads accounted for 74% of cargo thefts in 2018, and electronics were the most common item stolen, making up 20% of all thefts.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 20, 2019

How retailers are planning ahead amid tariff turmoil

Supply chain managers aim for best practices in cost control, low inventory numbers and short lead times, even in an uncertain trade climate.

By Craig Guillot • Feb. 19, 2019

Retail imports strong ahead of possible tariff hikes

Talks began in December to resolve the U.S. trade dispute with China, but retailers have been preparing for higher costs on imports since last year, according to the National Retail Federation.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Feb. 13, 2019

Norfolk Southern lays out dramatic transition to PSR

It plans to reach full PSR implementation by 2021 and acknowledges some customers could be shed along the way. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 12, 2019