Mars sends team to Madagascar to fix 'broken' vanilla supply chain

The candy manufacturer shows actively participating in the social supply chain, rather than seeing it as an adjunct, is an effective business strategy. 

By Rich Weissman • June 18, 2018

India, China retaliate against US tariffs

The reciprocal tariffs on more than 500 products are meant to cancel out any domestic economic gains from U.S import taxes.

By Edwin Lopez • June 18, 2018

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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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Asics plans to cut 55% of its supply chain carbon emissions

The company committed to a "circular economic model" and is pursuing sourcing, logistics and operations initiatives.

By Nicole Ault • June 18, 2018

Trucker strikes in Brazil deliver gut punch to supply chains

Strikes left airports without fuel and stalled production in major export industries, signifying the impact of strikes on all sectors of the economy.

By Nicole Ault • June 15, 2018

Tariffs on Chinese imports start July 6

China vowed to retaliate with measures of the "same scale and same strength" against the United States' taxes on 1,102 of its products.

By Edwin Lopez • June 15, 2018

Private label supplier to Toys R Us was left with $500K of inventory

A bankruptcy court has ruled in favor of Huffy, allowing the vendor to sell the merchandise after it suffered "substantial hardship."

By Shefali Kapadia • June 14, 2018

Boeing sent 'cavalry' of engineers to Wichita to get 737 production back on track

When a Boeing supplier struggled to make on-time deliveries of an essential part for the 737, the aerospace manufacturer stepped in to help.

By Rich Weissman • June 14, 2018

3 ways volcanoes in Hawaii and Guatemala will disrupt supply chains

Lava and volcanic ash from Kilauea and Fuego are wreaking havoc on local farms and infrastructure, but the economic effects are just beginning. 

By Nicole Ault • June 14, 2018

CBP mandates new security measures on air cargo

The Air Cargo Advance Screening program requires airlines to share data on cargo before loading it onto a plane. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 13, 2018

Smucker's recalls are an opportunity to strengthen supplier relationships

Higher-than-expected freight costs and recalls significantly reduced the food company's fourth quarter earnings.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 13, 2018

Labor watchdog slams Amazon for 'oppressing' workers at supplier factory

In its own audit, Amazon discovered violations at the same factory and said it requested a plan to remediate the issues. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 12, 2018

Enrollment in transportation majors is growing at a faster rate than other majors

College enrollment is dropping overall, but more undergrads are choosing to major in transportation and materials handling.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 12, 2018

Williams-Sonoma calls its 'one inventory' plan a strategic breakthrough

The kitchen and home furnishings retailer will cut lead times at its manufacturing plants and turn times at its distribution centers to create a nimbler supply chain.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 12, 2018

SCOTUS refuses to review standardized federal trucking regulations

J.B. Hunt, along with other 3PLs and trucking companies, argue states — like California — should not be able to set their own wage and rest break rules that preempt federal law.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 12, 2018

Apple warns suppliers to send 20% fewer iPhone parts

The warning could alleviate pressure on the tech company's supply chain as sales slow.

By Rich Weissman • June 11, 2018

Dollar General builds new DCs as trucking rates rise

The discount retailer will also expand its private fleet by 80 this year, as it seeks to avoid rising fuel and transport costs. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 7, 2018

East Coast ports to see 6-year labor peace as ILA, USMX strike deal

The longshoremen and port employers asked its members to ratify local deals by July 10, but the terms of the master contract are settled.

By Edwin Lopez • June 7, 2018

Where's the ... tomato? Wendy's shifts sourcing to indoor farms

After unseasonably cold weather in 2010 that lead to a tomato crop shortage, the restaurant chain adjusted its sourcing to ensure continuity of supply. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 7, 2018

'Growing pains' force backlogs on non-manufacturing industries

Trucking shortages slow down supplier deliveries, making it harder for companies to keep up with new orders.

By Nicole Ault • June 7, 2018

Apple may be tightening control over its supply chain — again

The tech giant has been moving aspects of its supply chain in-house in order to improve profit margins and lower costs.

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 5, 2018

Emergency fuel surcharges create a 'crisis point'

As fuel surcharges hit shipper margins, Drewry suggests it's time for a new system of bunker costs "that protects both parties."

By Edwin Lopez • June 5, 2018

Apparel brands take a closer look at sourcing after cotton ban

U.S. Customs and Border Protection filed a detention order for all cotton from Turkmenistan after discovering state-orchestrated forced labor. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 1, 2018

Lowe's focuses on inventory amid slow but steady sales growth of 3%

The home improvement retailer will place greater emphasis on smaller, more frequent shipments. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • June 1, 2018

US allies retaliate against 'unacceptable' steel tariffs

Canada, Mexico and the EU swiftly responded with retaliatory measures on U.S. goods ranging from steel to felt-tipped pens.

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated June 7, 2018

Food industry braces for impact from Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs

Production costs for canned foods and beverages are likely to rise as import taxes of 25% on steel and 10% on aluminum are imposed on Canada, Mexico and the European Union.

By Cathy Siegner • June 1, 2018