Operations Management: Page 22
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Plant supplier sues Kroger over stolen, mishandled inventory
Theut’s Flower Barn alleges the grocer caused $5 million in missing goods.
By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Manufacturing ‘ready to start running again’ with demand up: PMI
The industry is at the beginning of a possible growth cycle, but manufacturers are likely to be slow to start hiring again, economists say.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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TrendlineInventory Management
Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.
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Most HR leaders say half of workers will need reskilling in coming years
Skills gaps and talent shortages are most severe in areas related to automation, AI adoption and the green economy, a new report says.
By Carolyn Crist • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Flexport eliminates even more jobs
The freight forwarder trimmed about 15% of its workforce as part of its cost reduction efforts.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Supply chain woes contribute to medical apparel supplier’s bankruptcy
Careismatic said that delays, high costs, rising competition and fast-falling demand after pandemic-driven highs created a liquidity crunch.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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3PL Outerspace to open Phoenix-area warehouse
The new facility will allow the company to split inventory in both the Eastern and Western U.S., providing faster and more affordable shipping.
By Max Garland • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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From geopolitics to inflation: 2024’s supply chain trends and risks
Companies are adjusting their strategies at every step of the supply chain to position themselves for success in the year ahead.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Haribo to expand Wisconsin warehouse, nearly tripling its space
The new site features 73 truck docks and is located within 2 miles from the gummi maker's production plant in Pleasant Prairie.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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Kroger sets new produce supplier goal
The grocer is requiring its fresh produce suppliers to use Integrated Pest Management practices by the end of the decade to help create a more sustainable supply chain.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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Retailers have finally tamed their inventories: report
Sales growth outpaced inventory in the third quarter for the first time since the pandemic began, according to Telsey Advisory Group analysts.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Amazon’s $1B investment fund eyes last-mile tech, AV startups
The Industrial Innovation Fund is expanding its scope to include transportation-related investments, according to its director.
By Max Garland • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWarehouse employment keeps falling — and more layoffs loom
Companies are shifting their focus from expansion to efficiency within their supply chain networks, leading to job cuts and facility closures.
By Max Garland • Jan. 26, 2024 -
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Supply chain and procurement leaders are flocking to generative AI: Gartner
Organizations are using the technology to simplify complexity, save time, reduce frustration and potentially cut back headcounts.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 26, 2024 -
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Fruit of the Loom lays off more than 100 workers at distribution center
The innerwear and activewear manufacturer is closing one of its locations in South Carolina.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 26, 2024 -
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SpartanNash launches food traceability program
The grocery distributor tapped ReposiTrak to help it glean information from suppliers to improve food safety in its supply chain.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 25, 2024 -
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J&J Snack Foods optimizes distribution with second cold storage facility
The Woolwich, New Jersey, location can accommodate over 20,000 pallets of frozen food storage – including Dippin' Dots.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 25, 2024 -
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Academy Sports and Outdoors appoints new chief supply chain officer
Robert Howell will take on the role next month, as the company expands its product assortment and store count.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 25, 2024 -
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Tesla plans parts distribution center in South Carolina
The facility is expected to be completed in early 2024, aligning with its growing EV market.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Amazon promotes transportation exec to lead logistics network
Udit Madan has been named VP of worldwide operations at the e-commerce giant, succeeding John Felton.
By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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GXO to cease operations at Georgia facility
The closure, which will impact 69 employees, was filed days before another WARN letter notifying layoffs in Tennessee.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Stardust Power to build lithium refinery in Oklahoma
The company plans to turn the facility into a hub for its domestic supply chain.
By Kate Magill • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Lamb Weston begins ERP transition for North America operations
The shift has involved a production pause and reduced shipping activity due to short-term inventory visibility constraints.
By Max Garland • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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OpinionWhy top apparel brands fall short in supplier partnerships
Improving supply chain working conditions requires clarity of expectations and accountability on both sides.
By Sanchita B. Saxena • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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Aldi turns to AI to strengthen freight management
The supermarket chain is implementing a technology platform to centralize its global shipping volume and increase visibility.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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Red Sea crisis leaves some retailers more exposed than others
Hardline retailers such as Wayfair, Best Buy, Beyond Inc. and RH could be most affected, according a Jefferies analysis.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 18, 2024
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