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CEVA Logistics to lay off 142 workers at its Nashville campus
The third-party logistics company said it's adjusting due to changes in a customer's operations, and that a majority of those affected are being offered other positions.
By Max Garland • March 6, 2023 -
Chip supplier reports $200M revenue hit after ransomware attack halted operations
MKS Instruments said it struggled to supply technology for semiconductor manufacturing and advanced electronics following the February incident.
By David Jones • March 3, 2023 -
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TJX sees buying opportunities as retail sector falters
The off-pricer’s CEO said product availability has been “phenomenal” as other companies look to offload product they can’t sell.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 2, 2023 -
Save Mart unveils robotic grocery-picking facility
The retailer is using technology from startup Fulfil Solutions for a quick-delivery service called Lucky Now.
By Sam Silverstein • March 2, 2023 -
DHL Global Forwarding CEO talks M&A strategy
At TPM23, Tim Scharwath outlined three key considerations in the company's acquisition decisions.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 1, 2023 -
Ameriflight grows expedited supply chain services with cargo drones
The carrier signed an agreement with Sabrewing for 35 eVOTLs as supply chain stakeholders build out their last-mile and express logistics networks.
By Kelly Stroh • March 1, 2023 -
Biden nominates Julie Su as US Labor Secretary
The former California labor secretary would replace Marty Walsh, who was heavily involved in negotiations with rail and West Coast port workers.
By Caroline Colvin , Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 28, 2023 -
Amazon closes, cancels more warehouses as cost-cutting persists
The e-commerce giant canceled, closed or delayed 99 U.S. fulfillment facilities, per a firm tracking the company. Amazon disputed its findings.
By Max Garland • Feb. 28, 2023 -
Leidos looks to cut costs with in-house sourcing
The company plans to manage some of its own security product supply chain and manufacturing.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 28, 2023 -
How to keep production safe from heat
Companies will need to do more to protect workers from high temperatures inside facilities amid a changing climate.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 27, 2023 -
Dole operations briefly paused in North America after ransomware hit
The attack against the produce giant temporarily shut down food production plants and food shipments to grocers.
By David Jones • Feb. 24, 2023 -
Wayfair cancels plans for Houston fulfillment center
The move adds further evidence the furniture retailer's logistics footprint growth will be limited in 2023 amid falling sales.
By Max Garland • Feb. 23, 2023 -
9 ocean carriers commit to 100% electronic bill of lading by 2030
The transition to eBLs is expected to save stakeholders billions of dollars.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 23, 2023 -
FedEx Express pilots union leaders approve strike authorization vote
Although no vote has been called yet, a union representative said customers should know it could happen soon.
By Max Garland • Feb. 22, 2023 -
Misfits Market to close 3 fulfillment centers following Imperfect Foods acquisition
The online grocer will rely on smaller facilities to service customers as it streamlines operations.
By Max Garland • Feb. 22, 2023 -
Ikea’s climate footprint shrinks as it rapidly switches to renewables
Finding sustainable materials for the furniture retailer’s products, however, remains a stubborn challenge.
By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 22, 2023 -
Target plans $100M investment to expand next-day delivery
The retailer will add more than six new sortation facilities as it builds out its stores-as-hubs strategy.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 22, 2023 -
Why Missouri has seen a wave of distribution center openings
The state's central location is attractive for companies seeking to trim transportation costs and speed up delivery times. Can the momentum continue?
By Max Garland • Feb. 21, 2023 -
TreeHouse Foods to invest $65M on supply chain initiatives in 2023
The private-label food manufacturer is working to solve lingering service and production issues in around half of its categories.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 21, 2023 -
Under Armour’s inventory up 50% as supply chain loosens
After the "lean" quarters of 2021, Under Armour's inventory is starting to normalize — though the brand has had to discount heavily to keep it moving.
By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 21, 2023 -
Texas Instruments to build $11B semiconductor plant in Utah
The plant will manufacture tens of millions of analog and embedded processing chips daily.
By Sebastian Obando • Feb. 17, 2023 -
Bombardier works with suppliers to combat supply chain headwinds
The aircraft manufacturer has also increased material supply inventories and implemented a monitoring solution to mitigate potential disruptions.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 17, 2023 -
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Columbia Sportswear’s Q4 performance hampered by delivery delays
To avoid late deliveries, the retailer is making adjustments in people, processes and systems.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 16, 2023 -
How the end of Maersk and MSC’s 2M alliance will shake up ocean shipping
Experts say that the split could prompt capacity shifts and lower rates as competition for customers heats up.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 16, 2023 -
Walmart shuts the door on e-commerce-only stores
The retailer is closing locations focused on pickup and delivery service, marking the end of a pilot that began a decade ago.
By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 15, 2023