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J&J Snack Foods to close 3 manufacturing sites in business revamp
The Icee maker expects to accrue $20 million in annualized savings from a business transformation plan aimed at simplifying production and optimizing distribution.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2025 -
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Semiconductor industry most concerned by tariffs, trade policy: KPMG
For the first time, supply chain issues overtook talent as industry leaders’ top concern, according to the advisory firm’s 21st annual Global Semiconductor Outlook.
By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 16, 2025 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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Deep DiveCold-chain packaging companies adapt as dry ice supply falters
Tight supply of the CO2 used to make dry ice is creating ripple effects across supply chains. Packaging suppliers are stepping up with cold-chain innovations to address the trend and to improve safety and sustainability.
By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 15, 2025 -
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Gap expects tariff mitigation to start paying off next year
The apparel brand will continue to lean on sourcing adjustments and targeted price hikes to offset the impact of levies, according to CFO Katrina O’Connell.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 15, 2025 -
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Sponsored by GS1 USReducing risk, increasing market share: The benefits of traceability for scope 3 reporting
Before any data can be tracked and recorded, organizations need a clear picture of what is actually moving through their supply chain. Traceability with unique identifiers is the foundation of this visibility.
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Trump orders investigation into food supply chains for possible price fixing
Under pressure to address rising grocery costs, the president directed new task forces to determine whether anticompetitive behavior exists, particularly among foreign-owned companies.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 8, 2025 -
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Nexperia spat shows automotive supply chains vulnerable to geopolitics
Manufacturers must guard against production disruptions from other international dustups, says Moody’s Supply Chain Director Sapna Amlani.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 5, 2025 -
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GE Appliances injects $150M into domestic sourcing efforts
The manufacturer signed contracts with 22 suppliers across 10 states to supply materials and components for its laundry factory in Louisville, Kentucky.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 26, 2025 -
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Lowe’s advances inventory optimization efforts
The retailer is on pace to cut 15% of its SKUs by the end of 2025 while upgrading demand planning, allocation and replenishment.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 25, 2025 -
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How a patch maker for Levi’s, New Era is combating tariff challenges
Florida-based World Emblem is boosting U.S. capacity and building a plant in the Dominican Republic to counter duty uncertainty.
By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 25, 2025 -
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US government shutdown stalls import purchase decisions
Importers have less insight to make investment decisions due to the gap in federal data, especially in planning Lunar New Year orders, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 24, 2025 -
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FAA ends air traffic cuts as air cargo avoids meaningful impact
Flight operations have returned to normal after the agency terminated an order to reduce activity by up to 10% earlier this month.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 19, 2025 -
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Toyota to spend additional $10B on US operations
The automaker also began production at its $13.9 billion battery plant in North Carolina on Wednesday, its first battery supply hub outside of Japan.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 17, 2025 -
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US releases 2025 list of critical minerals, featuring 10 additions
The report lists 60 essential minerals, including rare earths, that would impose the highest cost to the U.S. economy if supplies were disrupted.
By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 13, 2025 -
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How GE Appliances is using new tech to fuel a ‘zero distance’ supply chain
The appliance maker is leaning heavily on automation and other tools as it continues to expand its U.S.-based manufacturing footprint.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 13, 2025 -
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FAA’s air traffic cuts aren’t hampering cargo flows — yet
The agency ordered a 10% reduction of flights at numerous airports due to a government shutdown. Here’s what shippers need to know.
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Hasbro, Mattel signal retail orders to bounce back for the holidays
The companies are expecting a strong finish to the year after delays in purchasing weighed on company revenues. Hasbro is also leveraging its U.S. operations and moving away from China.
By Nathan Owens • Nov. 7, 2025 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper eyes $200M in supply chain savings from spinoff
The beverage giant is carving out its coffee business, which will focus on sourcing resiliency, manufacturing consolidation and logistics optimization.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 7, 2025 -
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Conagra ramps production after supply setbacks
The food maker prioritized rebuilding store inventory in product categories affected by shortages in the last fiscal year.
By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 6, 2025 -
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Canada Post rotating strikes: How shippers can limit holiday hurdles
Amid labor disruptions, businesses using the carrier should prioritize customer communication while securing multiple delivery options, experts said.
By Max Garland • Nov. 5, 2025 -
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Danone can’t make enough high-protein yogurt to meet US demand
The Oikos and Activia maker said supply constraints have forced the company to make “trade-offs” within its innovation strategy.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 5, 2025 -
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Walmart adding RFID tech to improve inventory management
The retailer co-developed a tool in an effort to minimize food waste, particularly for fresh categories.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 3, 2025 -
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O’Reilly Automotive prioritizes supplier health to fight tariffs
The auto parts retailer is working closely with its partners to buffer for any potential impact, including by assessing their financial stability and product quality.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 3, 2025 -
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Sponsored by AverittBeyond the tariff cycle: Building a supply chain that outlasts policy swings
Resilient supply chains aren’t built for tariffs—they’re built for what’s next.
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Sponsored by DP WorldSmart moves to prepare supply chains for geopolitical disruption
Geopolitical upheaval may be inevitable, but how a company prepares and responds can be controlled.
Nov. 3, 2025
