Manufacturing ended the year in a lull, but optimism up for 2024: PMI

The industry could enter growth mode as early as March, economists say. 

By Kate Magill • Jan. 3, 2024

UPS plans reduced sorting operations, layoffs at Louisville hub

The carrier will lay off an undisclosed number of employees at the facility, which was the center of a brief Teamsters strike threat in December.

By Max Garland • Jan. 2, 2024

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Suez Canal at risk: What shippers should know to mitigate disruption

Using alternative routes like the Cape of Good Hope can mean longer transit times and higher freight costs. Here’s what shipping experts had to say.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 22, 2023

Wolverine Worldwide appoints chief supply chain officer

In the newly created role, Bishu Jayaram will be responsible for the footwear company’s sourcing, distribution and logistics.

By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 22, 2023

Siemens Healthineers sues supplier in spat over $40M defense deal

The medtech company alleges that Western Shelter Systems quit crucial integration work for battle-ready CT scanners, hurting Siemens’ ability to supply the military.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 21, 2023

Perdue taps former Tyson exec to lead supply chain in newly created role

Gregg Uecker will oversee procurement, production, transportation, warehousing and the meat processor’s other operations as it ramps up cost-savings plans. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 21, 2023

Are retailers ready for peak returns season?

As e-commerce sales surge during the holidays, retailers are re-evaluating how returns affect their inventory management and supply chains.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 20, 2023

How to avoid the next sriracha shortage

Smaller producers are snatching up market space left by supply constraints of Huy Fong Food’s popular spicy condiment. 

By Erin X. Wong • Dec. 20, 2023

Lockheed Martin sues supplier over ‘massive’ price hike

Howmet Aerospace, which sells the titanium materials used for the aerospace company’s F-35 jet, disputed the allegations and called the lawsuit meritless.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 14, 2023

Half of workers left previous job after feeling underappreciated

Low salaries, lack of promotion and career changes were among the reasons for departing, a Monster poll found.

By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 13, 2023

6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting

Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 13, 2023

Protecting the pharma and healthcare supply chain during turbulent times

Here are five things your company should consider when evaluating its production process or new technologies.

By Kayt Leonard • Dec. 13, 2023

Dollar Tree prepares for streamlined delivery rollout

The retailer will begin using rotacarts at its North Carolina distribution center this month.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 12, 2023

Boeing names new COO

Company veteran Stephanie Pope has been promoted to help restore stability at the aerospace manufacturer amid supply chain disruptions.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 12, 2023

Switching to a 4-day workweek may require a ‘conscious redesign of work’

The transition involves more than just “condensing 40 hours of work into four days,” according to one analysis.

By Laurel Kalser • Dec. 12, 2023

Nearly half of companies plan to nix some bachelor’s degree requirements in 2024: report

Many employers are dropping degree requirements for certain positions to create a more diverse workforce and increase job candidate numbers, survey results show.

By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 12, 2023

Nearshoring apparel: Inside DXL’s pivot to Central America

The clothing maker is one of many eyeing the region, but economic and policy barriers could stand in the way of greater investment.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 12, 2023

Teamsters, UPS avoid peak season strike in Louisville

The parcel giant reinstated dozens of terminated union workers at a package sortation hub after a call with the union Friday.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 11, 2023

Amazon cuts referral fees for some apparel sellers

The retailer said the changes are meant to improve the speed of delivery and reduce total costs.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 11, 2023

DOL shifts to a per-violation penalty for certain child labor infractions

The change from the previous per-child basis is another enforcement shift in a year where federal regulators cracked down on child labor law violators.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 11, 2023

Five Below looks to tech, analytics to optimize inventory

As the discount retailer aims to speed up its supply chain and hold back costs, it has also opened a sourcing office in India.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 11, 2023

Teamsters threaten UPS strike in Louisville after layoffs

The union's leader gave the delivery giant until Monday to rectify the situation impacting a subset of workers at a package sortation hub.

By Max Garland • Dec. 8, 2023

Why Hormel is investing $200M in its supply chain

The three-year strategy to modernize operations includes a plan to overhaul the CPG's Barron, Wisconsin, plant to better support brands.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 8, 2023

5 tips for cutting insurance costs amid climate change

As weather damage increases, firms can upgrade buildings with storm shutters, flood barriers and fire-suppression systems, among other moves to reduce premiums. 

By Jim Tyson • Dec. 7, 2023

Big Lots creates new executive role to lead closeout sourcing

In the position, Seth Marks will focus on “procuring outstanding products at exceptional values through unique closeout opportunities,” the retailer said.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 6, 2023