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Adore Me taps Ever Dye to source sustainable dyes
The startup has developed a low-energy, biobased pigment dyeing process.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 31, 2023 -
Best Buy suppliers are picking up the tab on promotions
With electronics demand sluggish, vendors are funding price discounts more often to generate sales through the retailer.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 31, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.
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Inside Hershey’s $1B push to boost its supply chain capacity
The multi-year undertaking will allow the candy maker to balance existing capacity with future flexibility, an executive said.
By Max Garland • Aug. 31, 2023 -
Retrieved from Sheetz.
Sheetz to build $145M distribution center in Ohio
The food preparation and distribution facility is slated to open in 2026, the company said.
By Brett Dworski • Aug. 31, 2023 -
Spirit AeroSystems production snags cause Boeing aircraft delivery delays
The aircraft supplier is changing its processes after discovering a problem with improperly fitted fastener holes on some 737 Max models.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 30, 2023 -
Kohl’s cuts inventory by 14% as it prioritizes discipline
The retailer’s aggressive, ahead-of-schedule inventory reductions represented significant progress toward those goals.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 29, 2023 -
Dollar Tree eyes distribution efficiency with temperature controls
The technology is expected to reduce cross-stocking expenses and increase flexibility, the retailer’s CEO said.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 29, 2023 -
Giant Food to close 3 e-commerce facilities
The grocery chain will shutter centers in Maryland, Virginia and Delaware as it shifts to a localized fulfillment model.
By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 29, 2023 -
Guess aims to shrink inventories by 10% this year
The apparel brand is cutting stock levels as its supply chain speeds up, and as new planning and allocating systems come online.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2023 -
Dollar General opens first dual distribution center
The 1-million-square-foot facility in Blair, Nebraska, aims to grow the retailer's supply chain capacity and fresh and frozen offerings.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 28, 2023 -
Opinion
How chipmakers can manage future growth
Managing headcount costs and leveraging federal funds are key ways companies can mitigate damage during an economic downturn.
By Irene Signorino • Aug. 25, 2023 -
Onshoring semiconductor production to the US is risky. Here’s how to protect yourself.
As chipmakers push to bring their operations closer to home, experts say it’s critical they keep close tabs on critical data and IP.
By Michelle No • Aug. 24, 2023 -
CSX CFO downplays UAW strike threat
Auto manufacturers are key customers for freight rail operator CSX, but CFO Sean Pelkey is betting that any strike would be “short lived.”
By Chris Gaetano • Aug. 23, 2023 -
Under Armour inventory up 38% as stock struggles roll on
The footwear and apparel brand is searching for a new chief supply chain officer as it tries to reposition its brand and keep inventories from piling up.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 22, 2023 -
Macy’s inventory churn holds steady in Q2
The retailer has focused on merchandise management as it works to maintain margins amid reduced consumer spending.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 22, 2023 -
Spirit AeroSystems’ safety stock minimizes delivery disruption after strike
The Boeing supplier aims to ramp up 737 production and increase surge capacity for added cushion.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 22, 2023 -
UNFI to open distribution center in Florida
The one million-square-foot facility will leverage warehouse automation to reduce fulfillment costs.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 22, 2023 -
Ford SK On, EcoProBM partner to shorten North American EV supply chain
The nearly $1 billion EV battery facility in Québec will produce cathode materials for the automaker.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 22, 2023 -
Target’s operating profit leaps 273% after long battle against inventory
The spike follows last year’s painful stock clearing that “laid the groundwork for the recovery and profitability,” its CEO said.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 21, 2023 -
Sponsored by TransmetriQ – a Railinc Brand
Smarter rail shipping: 3 key areas to drive efficiencies
Rail shippers face pressure to drive efficiencies and conserve costs, but how? Here are 3 optimization opportunities.
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TJX sees extra supply in the market for another 12 months
Along with others’ excess stock, the off-price retailer has found inventory opportunities amid the fall of Bed Bath & Beyond.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 17, 2023 -
Q&A
4 ways Cainiao is thinking about logistics tech
Group VP and General Manager of Logistics Technology Ding Hongwei discusses future tech opportunities, adoption challenges and falling behind the curve.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 17, 2023 -
Healthcare apparel brand Figs aims to improve fulfillment efficiency
Elevated storage costs have been a thorn in the direct-to-consumer company's side since last year.
By Max Garland • Aug. 17, 2023 -
Yellow’s top 30 unsecured creditors may see little or no money
The government’s estimated 30% stake in the bankrupt company puts it first in line for funds raised through sales of the LTL carrier’s assets, an expert says.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 16, 2023 -
Deep Dive
What’s behind the summer of supply chain labor unrest?
From port disruptions to UPS and Yellow's dust-ups with the Teamsters, disputes between unions and employers are a recurring threat to the steady flow of goods.
By Max Garland • Aug. 16, 2023