Operations Management: Page 6

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    Factories’ AI adoption plans must be intentional to reap benefits

    Early user engagement, solution champions and user groups can help sustain implementation, said Jennifer Peters, director of BI and data analytics at Nestlé Purina.

    By • July 31, 2024
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    PriceSmart grows distribution network to aid omnichannel push

    Amid increasing digital sales, the big box retailer added four third-party-run facilities to its supply chain during fiscal Q3 2024.

    By • July 30, 2024
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    Trendline

    Peak season management

    Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    How generative AI helps manufacturers make real-time decisions

    The technology can guide workers in developing machine learning operations strategies.

    By Joelle Anselmo • July 30, 2024
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    Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits buys New England alcohol distributor

    The largest wholesaler in the industry is set to purchase Horizon Beverage Group, a company with nearly a century of experience in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

    By Chris Casey • July 30, 2024
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    Hiring, evaluation bias can derail DEI goals

    A framework from the Conference Board offers a way to foster inclusion and control for legal risk.

    By Carolyn Crist • July 29, 2024
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    Primark hires COO to head up supply chain

    Nigel Jones aims to help the Ireland-based retailer expand its footprint and make its supply chain greener.

    By S.L. Fuller • July 26, 2024
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    Checkers & Rally’s opts for outsourced distribution

    By partnering with McLane Company, the fast food franchise is seeking a more streamlined and cost efficient logistics model.

    By • July 26, 2024
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    GHSP adds VP to stabilize auto supply chain

    Ludwing Vergara outlined a four-pronged approach that includes improved cost modeling and closer stakeholder collaboration. 

    By S.L. Fuller • July 25, 2024
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    Orvis taps FourKites for deeper supply chain insights

    The outdoor retailer is seeing reduced track-and-trace efforts, among other benefits, from the expanded partnership.

    By • July 25, 2024
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    What does your CEO need to know about cybersecurity?

    When major incidents occur, CEOs risk firing, forced resignation, shareholder lawsuits, or even charges from the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    By Jen A. Miller • July 25, 2024
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    Hasbro names new chief supply chain officer

    Stephanie Beal aims to refine processes to drive efficiency as the toy manufacturer implements a multi-year turnaround plan.

    By S.L. Fuller • July 24, 2024
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    How a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains

    Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.

    By • July 24, 2024
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    SpartanNash to close Maryland distribution center

    The grocery wholesaler and retailer is shuttering a facility in Landover, resulting in 141 layoffs.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 24, 2024
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    Kroger Q1 delivery sales boosted by automation

    The grocer is recommitting to automation tech after improved e-commerce results in its most recent fiscal quarter.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    CMA CGM to integrate AI in its shipping operations

    The ocean carrier will deploy Google technology to help optimize vessel routes, container handling and inventory management.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    ASCM launches supplier relationship certificate

    The program aims to help supply chain professionals build stronger connections as a method for mitigating risk.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    Kroger to add new Ocado technology to automated fulfillment centers

    The capabilities focus on efficiency and labor productivity and signal that, despite slowing down the rollout of automated customer fulfillment centers, the grocer’s work with the British company is far from done.

    By Peyton Bigora , Catherine Douglas Moran • July 22, 2024
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    Helen of Troy reports distribution disruptions at Tennessee facility

    The company is working with suppliers to address the remaining challenges impacting customer orders.

    By • July 22, 2024
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    XPO launches Mexico+ cross-border shipping service

    The carrier's Yellow Corp. terminal acquisitions have allowed it to expand to seven border crossing points for faster delivery times.

    By • July 22, 2024
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    Sponsored by GS1 US

    Sustainability starts on the farm: How agricultural traceability benefits producers and consumers

    Discover how agricultural traceability is revolutionizing the food industry, empowering consumers with knowledge, boosting farmers’ revenues and paving the way for a sustainable future.

    July 22, 2024
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    Bassett Furniture temporarily shuts down manufacturing facilities following cyberattack

    Although customers can still place orders and purchase products, the furniture company’s ability to fulfill orders is currently impacted. 

    By Kaarin Moore • July 19, 2024
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    Dollar General’s supply chain shift shows promise

    The retailer is focusing on scaling back some items and restocking stores faster, executives said during an earnings call.

    By • July 18, 2024
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    Academy Sports and Outdoors targets enhanced distribution performance

    The retailer’s implementation of a new warehouse management system is a key component of its efforts to bolster its omnichannel capabilities.

    By • July 16, 2024
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    Port of Long Beach awarded nearly $8M to improve visibility platform

    The Supply Chain Information Highway’s next phase of development will include additional rail cargo and export visibility, among other features.

    By • July 16, 2024
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    Barnes & Noble names new head of supply chain

    Annette Danek-Akey will join the book retailer and publisher as chief supply chain officer starting in September.

    By • July 16, 2024