Operations Management: Page 2

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    Hasbro’s supply chain overhaul leads 2024 cost savings

    The toy and game company’s long-term transformation plan has focused heavily on reducing inventory, a trend that continued in Q3.

    By • Nov. 4, 2024
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    Levi Strauss seeks decarbonized supply chain

    The denim manufacturer has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing scope 3 emissions 42% by 2030.

    By Zoya Mirza • Nov. 4, 2024
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    Trendline

    Peak season management

    Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Skechers’ Q3 inventory spike doesn’t dim peak season outlook

    The shoemaker is seeing overstock in China and in-transit, but the company can move products across markets as needed.

    By • Nov. 4, 2024
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    Amazon’s inbound fulfillment process is getting a makeover

    CEO Andy Jassy said initial efforts to improve inventory placement are bearing fruit while more investments are underway.

    By • Nov. 1, 2024
  • A worker at the new Mercedes-Benz battery facility in Germany prepares a battery module for recycling.
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    Mercedes-Benz seeks circularity with new battery recycling plant

    With a targeted recovery rate of up to 96%, the facility will process and recycle enough materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per year.

    By Eric Walz • Oct. 31, 2024
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    Retrieved from Google on Oct. 30, 2024.

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    Wayfair to close returns center in Kentucky

    Taking effect at the end of 2025, the move will also impact an outlet store at the same location as the company trims expenses.

    By • Oct. 31, 2024
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    Courtesy of 3M.

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    3M pushes for better delivery performance

    The manufacturer is pursuing a 90% or higher on-time, in-full rate as it battles supply chain inefficiencies across its vast network.

    By • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Opinion

    We’re entering the age of first-mile reinvention

    Limiting innovation to last-mile delivery is stifling more substantial supply chain transformation, says Zero100's VP of research.

    By Lauren Acoba • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Dawn Foods names new supply chain SVP

    Ahmet Hepdogan will oversee procurement, distribution services and supply chain for the bakery ingredients distributor.

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
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    Tumbler manufacturer Stanley using AI to predict supply disruptions

    Stanley 1913 expects to improve scenario planning and supply chain visibility with the Kinaxis Maestro platform. 

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
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    Giant Eagle initiates warehouse management system upgrades

    The grocery retailer is now using a cloud-based platform at three distribution centers, with plans to expand to the rest of its network by next summer.

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
  • UPS package handlers move shipments from a conveyor belt into package cars at the UPS Centennial Ground Hub on December 6, 2021 in Louisville, Kentucky.
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    UPS cuts daily volume capacity by 1M in efficiency push

    The carrier has closed nine of its buildings this year and shifted more volume to automated hubs, according to company executives.

    By • Oct. 28, 2024
  • Amazon recently showcased its fulfillment center operations in Detroit at a ribbon cutting event.
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    Amazon warns of West Coast capacity constraints

    Cross-docking inefficiencies are leading to issues bringing inventory into the company's fulfillment network, experts say.

    By • Oct. 28, 2024
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    Sponsored by Roadie

    A rapid evolution of oversized delivery is happening now

    Large retailers have started a new trend: opening sortation centers to cut costs and simultaneously reduce delivery times.

    Oct. 28, 2024
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    UPS’ Happy Returns taps into Geek+ sorting robotics

    The provider’s Pennsylvania hub is reducing processing times by leveraging 150 robots to help handle returns volume.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
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    Retrieved from Sellstrom on October 21, 2024
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    SureWerx taps new global supply chain chief

    The protective equipment manufacturer promoted Eric Fouts to the role after hiring him as VP of supply chain.

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Retail inventories in good shape for holidays: NRF CEO

    Matthew Shay said companies averted disruptions related to the East and Gulf Coast port strike by moving goods early.

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    The Save Mart Companies closing two California distribution centers

    The move will impact 527 workers as the regional grocer aims to "maximize supply chain efficiencies" in a competitive environment.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 21, 2024
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    Unwrapping Hershey’s $250M supply chain upgrade

    The chocolate maker's Advancing Agility and Automation Initiative leans on digitization to boost visibility and optimize manufacturing and procurement.

    By • Oct. 21, 2024
  • A fulfillment center in Ohio with freight container docked at the warehouse loading doors.
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    Levi Strauss taps Maersk for fulfillment and logistics

    The logistics provider opened an omnichannel facility in Ohio to service Levi’s wholesale, retail and e-commerce channels.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024
  • Export freight containers with Mexican produced goods are seen ready to be shipped to the U.S. in the Pantaco customs complex on June 7, 2019 in Mexico City, Mexico.
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    More US-based companies to shift supply chain operations into Americas: report

    Reducing touch points and increasing proximity to manufacturing and procurement locations is a priority for firms, according to KPMG.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • Oct. 15, 2024
  • Inside Save A Lot's micro-fulfilment center in Brooklyn.
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    Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn

    The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.

    By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 15, 2024
  • A Bassett Furniture distribution center stands next to train tracks.
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    Retrieved from Bassett Furniture on October 14, 2024
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    Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions

    One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks. 

    By • Oct. 15, 2024
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    Dick’s Sporting Goods bolsters production, sourcing tech

    The sports retailer aims to increase supplier engagement and reliability as well as monitor production processes through Inspectorio’s AI-powered platform.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024
  • A person drives a forklift near rows of boxes that are stored on shelves in the interior of a warehouse.
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    Retrieved from Exxel Outdoors on October 14, 2024
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    Outdoor gear manufacturer shifts distribution operations to Mississippi

    Exxel Outdoors’ multimillion-dollar relocation project places its U.S. warehouse facility closer to its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024