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Whole Foods broadens meat supply standards
The grocer raised the number of approved certifications in an effort to offer suppliers greater flexibility to meet quality standards.
By Peyton Bigora • June 17, 2024 -
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Gap Inc. supplier summit returns after pandemic pause
Top vendors got to learn about the retailer's priorities at a meeting in San Francisco last month.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 17, 2024 -
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Diversifying country of origin is key for vanilla, suppliers say
While the flavoring's supply constraints are not expected to last long, growers warn of a potential cost problem.
By Jennifer Lawinski • June 14, 2024 -
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McDonald’s names next chief supply chain officer for North America
Cesar Piña, a 10-year veteran of the company, will succeed Bob Stewart and focus on supply chain resiliency and sustainability.
By Philip Neuffer • June 13, 2024 -
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Chip suppliers feel the crunch as automakers reassess EV plans
Slowing electric vehicle sales in recent months have dampened semiconductor orders and left inventory backlogs growing.
By Kate Magill • June 10, 2024 -
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Target, FibreTrace and Cargill partner to verify raw cotton
The companies are integrating luminescent pigments into raw cotton to track it throughout the global supply chain.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 10, 2024 -
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Alaska Airlines names new VP of strategic sourcing and supply chain
Justin Neff will build sourcing and aircraft management best practices, engine acquisitions and maintenance support agreements.
By Kelly Stroh • June 7, 2024 -
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Sriracha shortage: Supply chain woes strike Huy Fong Foods again
The popular hot-sauce maker has notified wholesalers of a production halt that will last for months, citing issues with the chile crop this year.
By Alexandra Frost • June 7, 2024 -
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Cost cutting is procurement execs’ top 2024 priority: Hackett
With interest rates still high and global elections creating economic uncertainty, many companies are being conservative about spending.
By S.L. Fuller • June 6, 2024 -
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Ineffective leadership poses biggest people risk to organizations today, HR pros say
Inadequate succession planning and poor use of worker skills are among concerns worsened by poor management, according to a report from Mercer and Marsh.
By Carolyn Crist • June 5, 2024 -
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Solar industry at odds as ITC nears ruling on First Solar tariff petition
The petitioners say current Chinese export practices pose a threat to U.S. businesses, while others say the trade case itself is a threat.
By Diana DiGangi • June 4, 2024 -
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Walmart opens access to off-site customer journey insights for suppliers
Digital Landscapes enables users to analyze engagement trends and track traffic sources to better evaluate strategies.
By Chris Kelly • June 4, 2024 -
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High interest rates are stalling manufacturing growth: May PMI
With the Federal Reserve unlikely to cut rates this summer, manufacturers aren't keen to invest in new orders or capacity.
By Kate Magill • June 3, 2024 -
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Scope 3 emissions reporting is a ‘when,’ not an ‘if’ for companies: Bayer, Zycus execs
ESG experts from the pharmaceutical company and procurement software provider made the case for reporting on scope 3 emissions early during a panel discussion.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • June 3, 2024 -
WD-40 carries out first sustainability assessment among Tier 1 suppliers
The chemicals company worked with a third-party partner to evaluate greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency and more in its supply chain.
By Kelly Stroh • May 30, 2024 -
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Dunkin’ supply chain vendor names procurement chief
Harry Sinclair will focus on sourcing strategies and supply chain infrastructure for Dunkin' franchises.
By S.L. Fuller • May 30, 2024 -
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Post Holdings says bird flu hit nearly 14% of egg supply
The outbreak is another setback for Post-owned Michael Foods, a major supplier for restaurants and food service providers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 30, 2024 -
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Cotton traced to Xinjiang, China, present in over 800 products: report
About a third of positive-tested items had fibers solely from the banned region, despite U.S. regulations over forced labor concerns.
By Lauren Schenkman • May 28, 2024 -
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BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report
The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.
By Haley Cawthon • May 23, 2024 -
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Careismatic Brands to close Dallas distribution centers, lay off 400 employees
The scrubs maker's closures follow bankruptcy and years of supply chain woes.
By Kelly Stroh • May 21, 2024 -
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A critical mineral inventory glut masks long-term supply constraints
An International Energy Agency report urges producers to diversify supply chains and up investments to avoid future lithium shortfalls.
By Kate Magill • May 21, 2024 -
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Shein factory employees work 75-hour weeks for low wages: report
The fast fashion giant responded to the allegations by saying the report doesn't convey "the reality" of the organization.
By Laurel Deppen • May 17, 2024 -
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DHL Supply Chain names new CEO of North America
Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.
By Kelly Stroh • May 17, 2024 -
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Q&ARegulations could improve ESG in fashion, but Worldly exec says it’s not enough
James Schaffer said recent mandates that require companies to disclose financial and environmental risks are a bellwether of the industry’s future.
By Laurel Deppen • May 16, 2024 -
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Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods
Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • May 16, 2024
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