Operations Management: Page 3
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Wesco taps Relex to upgrade supply chain operations
The Midwest convenience store chain plans to integrate the automation technology across 55 of its stores.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 14, 2024 -
FDA outlines new Drug Supply Chain Security Act exemptions
Several groups have been granted additional time to comply with the more than 10-year-old legislation.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 14, 2024 -
Trendline
Peak season management
Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.
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Sponsored by Standvast
4 reasons why all companies need real-time inventory visibility
Real-time inventory visibility is no longer a luxury. It’s a necessity.
Oct. 14, 2024 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?
While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2024 -
DHL Supply Chain cuts headcount in Wisconsin
The plant closure, slated for next year, will impact more than 30 employees.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 11, 2024 -
LGBTQ+ adults would consider leaving employers that cut DEI, Human Rights Campaign says
HR teams must “return to the drawing board” on how they present the business case for DEI programs, one consultant told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 9, 2024 -
URBN prioritizes Nuuly’s growth with logistics investments
The retailer plans to add more automation to its Missouri fulfillment center to accelerate the rental brand’s order processing.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Dollar Tree advances rotacart delivery initiative
The discount retailer is now using the technology to service 600 stores from its distribution center in West Memphis, Arkansas.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 8, 2024 -
DCH Health System adds new supply chain VP
Rachel Anderson joined the Tuscaloosa, Alabama-based medical center company from another healthcare provider within the state.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 7, 2024 -
Amazon wants to hire 250K for the holidays again
For the second consecutive year, the company is planning a major round of hiring to sustain its fulfillment and transportation operations during its busiest quarter.
By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 7, 2024 -
Walmart automates supply chain facilities in Arizona, Arkansas
The retail giant is equipping the regional distribution centers with technology in a bid to double productivity.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 7, 2024 -
Sponsored by GS1 US
From waste to profit: How upcycling and re-commerce improve growth and the environment
By capturing and sharing product data throughout the supply chain, producers and consumers alike can make a difference.
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Port of New York and New Jersey reopen following ILA strike
The port resumed discharging cargo Friday night, with two terminals opening during the weekend for trucking activity.
By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 7, 2024 -
Flexport cuts 2% of staff in latest round of layoffs
The reorganization was “a natural next step” for the logistics provider after the acquisition of Shopify Logistics, a spokesperson said.
By Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2024 -
Whataburger recruits new chief supply chain officer
Todd Huetinck previously led the purchasing and distribution departments for CKE Restaurants, the parent company of Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 3, 2024 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
Did the ILA strike fully shut down East and Gulf Coast ports? We asked.
At least 12 ports were significantly affected on Tuesday, but not all terminals are at a standstill.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 2024 -
Top supply chain conferences to watch in 2025
Next year’s trade shows will focus on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 1, 2024 -
DHL eCommerce boosts North Carolina capacity with facility relocation
The logistics provider moved a distribution center from Raleigh to Concord, now a 30-minute drive to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 30, 2024 -
Advanced Auto Parts swaps out WMS in supply chain overhaul
The auto parts retailer aims to streamline operations by using 14 large distribution centers on a single warehouse management system.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 27, 2024 -
DHL Supply Chain trims Pennsylvania warehouse network
The closure will impact nearly 270 employees, with layoffs starting Nov. 10.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 26, 2024 -
65% of CFOs are under pressure to accelerate ROI from tech investments
Leadership’s patience around getting returns on tech investments is thinning, according to new data from IBM.
By Adam Zaki • Sept. 26, 2024 -
Biden-Harris administration tackles supply chain risks with new federal tool
The Commerce Department's SCALE tool aims to assess risks across the economy and stop supply shortages before they happen.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 25, 2024 -
Ollie’s opens Illinois distribution center, targeting westward expansion
Robotics and automation are slated to make the site more efficient than existing ones, its SVP of supply chain said.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 24, 2024 -
How a Meta supply chain lead cashed in at the 2024 World Series of Poker
Jordan Griff bet big on his skills as a planning expert to finish as the Main Event runner-up.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Fed rate cut unlikely to boost manufacturing until 2025, experts warn
The looming presidential election is still sparking uncertainty in the industry, pushing manufacturers to spend with caution.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 19, 2024