Ascension to form global supply chain firm with Australian partner

A recent Cardinal Health survey found supply chain issues are causing hospitals to cancel and delay procedures because they lack critical supplies.

By Meg Bryant • May 3, 2018

UPS may soon deliver bulky items as online furniture sales rise

The 3PL is betting on furniture, which could be the next big surge for e-commerce.

By Kate Patrick Macri • May 2, 2018

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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

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Boeing's acquisition of KLX could upend the aerospace supply chain

The acquisition could intensify risk in the aerospace supply chain, as Boeing seeks to be the controlling industry player.

By Rich Weissman • May 2, 2018

How to manage warranty, regulatory and 
commercial litigation risks in the auto supply chain

The auto supply chain is subject to many risks, but this how-to guide can help you take the first steps toward securing your supply chain.

By Mark Aiello and Andrew Fromm • May 2, 2018

New California independent contractor test assumes all workers are employees

The "ABC test" could finally put an end to the truck driver misclassification debate.

By Kate Tornone • May 2, 2018

Campbell Soup's plan to train 200 supply chain leaders begins with software

The company said Monday it would use CorpU, a leadership development and workforce analytics platform, to train and evaluate its supply chain and manufacturing employees.

By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2018

US delays steel, aluminum tariffs until June

President Trump announced negotiations would continue with Mexico, Canada and the EU but granted Brazil, Argentina and Australia permanent exemptions.

By Edwin Lopez • May 1, 2018

The industrial warehouse space market is nowhere near its peak

Strong consumer spending and rising e-commerce go hand in hand with a robust industrial real estate market. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • May 1, 2018

Bee population decline not so sweet for food supply chains

Pollinators act as suppliers performing a service in the value chain, and their loss hurts supply of raw materials. 

By Rich Weissman • April 30, 2018

Cyber pirates: The latest threat to ocean shipping

The interconnected nature of ocean freight requires carriers to have risk management and resilience strategies in case of a cyberattack. 

By Barry Hochfelder • April 30, 2018

Sustainable cocoa promises have been empty

A new report finds the cocoa industry's commitment to responsible sourcing has had little impact over the past decade.

By Caroline Macdonald • April 26, 2018

Dior and Nine West rank '0' on supply chain transparency index

Consumer interest in socially conscious movements is driving many companies to rethink their sourcing decisions. 

By Rich Weissman • April 26, 2018

Solving for the grocery last mile is harder than you think

Juggling consumer needs with food safety can't be solved simply by acquiring a grocery delivery startup.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 26, 2018

Hasbro loses $112.5M in Q1, blames Toys R Us liquidation

The Toys R Us liquidation was a sizable setback, but Hasbro is already on the road to recovery.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 25, 2018

Walmart's improved social responsibility efforts begin with supply chain

The retailer invests in programs to help train farmers at the supplier level and eliminate unethical labor practices. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 25, 2018

Oil makes the world go 'round, but how does it go around the world?

The logistics of transporting oil, whether crude or refined, is a global issue with risk and reward.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 24, 2018

Amazon warehouse workers reportedly relying on SNAP

The Intercept found that in five states the e-commerce giant was among the top 20 companies with employees who rely on food subsidies.

By Daphne Howland • April 24, 2018

After the fire: Revamping one of Covanta's biggest facilities after it went up in smoke

A February 2017 ignition caused Covanta's Lorton, VA facility to shut down for nearly a year. How did it bounce back?

By Cody Boteler • April 24, 2018

As India, China drug industries mature, FDA scrutiny an overhang

Rising numbers of warning letters have put production quality in focus, just as both countries turn further toward novel drug R&D. 

By Ned Pagliarulo • April 23, 2018

Top challenges facing drug supply chains

Issues like compliance and cold-chain shipping are just two of the hurdles that medicines have to overcome when getting from manufacturers to patients. 

By Ned Pagliarulo , Edwin Lopez • April 23, 2018

Teamsters sue drug manufacturers, distributors over opioid crisis

The union is demanding accountability from various actors in the drug supply chain. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 23, 2018

Manufacturers voice concerns as steel prices skyrocket

The rising prices, a reaction to tariffs announced last month, are "killing" American businesses, according to some manufacturers.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 20, 2018

What 48 hours in Middle America taught me about supply chains

While we often focus on our immediate surroundings in the day-to-day grind, we can't lose sight of the bigger, global picture. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 19, 2018

P&G pledges 100% renewable energy at its plants

The company's sustainability goals also include halving greenhouse gas emissions and sourcing more water from circular sources. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 17, 2018

European Commission bans 'unfair' trade practices in food supply chain

Companies with strong supplier relationships foster a trusting environment and high performing supply chain. 

By Rich Weissman • April 16, 2018