J.Crew Group selects sustainable denim supplier. Is it a natural fit?

Apparel retailers are increasingly proactive in pursuing sustainable sourcing, but social pressures and outright crisis still play a hand in redirecting the industry. 

By Andy Burt • Jan. 31, 2019

Boeing prepares its supply chain to hit new production record

Even though the manufacturer delivered a record 69 737s in December, the CEO emphasized its supply chain is still not running at 100%. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 31, 2019

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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

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Tariffs to cost Harley-Davidson more than $100M this year

Executives on an earnings call proceeded under the assumption the 10% tariff on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods will increase to 25%.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 30, 2019

Investors demand McDonald's, Chipotle de-risk meat supply chains

The coalition of investors, which represent $6.5 trillion in managed assets, also sent letters to Domino’s Pizza, Wendy's, and the owners of Burger King, KFC and Pizza Hut.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 29, 2019

Breaking up with suppliers is easier than you think

Buyers may let emotion get in the way of the right business decision, agonizing over misplaced feelings of betrayal and disloyalty to a supplier community that often defines relationships a bit differently.

By Rich Weissman • Jan. 28, 2019

Amazon pushes for more companies to create exclusive brands

After finding it was too expensive to develop exclusive brands independently, the retail giant started pushing established food and beverage manufacturers to take on the R&D work.

By Nina Sparling • Jan. 28, 2019

Hershey sharpens focus on deforestation in cocoa supply chain

The company's efforts are part of a $500 million commitment to cocoa supply chain sustainability announced last year. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 25, 2019

UPS, Delta and Walmart share tactics for combating human trafficking

Executives spoke at the relaunch of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Task Force to Eradicate Human Trafficking.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 24, 2019

A trade deal with China is 'miles and miles' away, Commerce secretary says

Wilbur Ross said it shouldn't be surprising a deal hasn't yet taken shape since "trade is very complicated." 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 24, 2019

How product recalls spread through the supply chain

Traceability and inventory planning can help supply chain managers weather the storm of a recall. 

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 22, 2019

What's the buzz about global warming affecting world coffee supply?

Even as companies like Nestlé and Smucker invest in their supply chains, a new report shows climate change could make many species of the bean extinct.

By Jessi Devenyns • Jan. 18, 2019

Auto execs decry financial losses due to tariffs

Trickle down effects of trade turmoil are beginning to weigh on markets and the economy. 

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 18, 2019

Report: Businesses need 'net positive' supply chains to thrive

A company's quest for a value chain strategy that restores natural resources will have significant impact on the supplier community. 

By Rich Weissman • Jan. 17, 2019

Ford, IBM team up to track cobalt with blockchain

The pilot is an attempt to bring greater transparency to a supply chain that has faced some ethical concerns over the years.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 17, 2019

Patagonia aims for carbon-neutral supply chain by 2025

At NRF's Big Show, CEO Rose Marcario discussed efforts to make the supply chain more sustainable, and why taking a stand doesn't hurt business.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 16, 2019

Businesses warn of disaster, disorder after Brexit deal defeated

The results of Tuesday's U.K. Parliament vote may drive companies to kick no-deal Brexit contingency plans into high gear, with just 72 days until the deadline. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Jan. 16, 2019

Retailers wary of the shutdown, tariffs and a looming recession

There's a greater than 50% chance that a recession hits the U.S. this year, economists said during sessions at the NRF Big Show Monday.

By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 15, 2019

Audit: Poor IT procurement led Oregon office to overspend up to $1.6B

Legacy systems date back to the 1990s in some instances, and the state lacks the data and systems necessary for quality spend analysis, the audit found.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 14, 2019

Apparel supplier cuts ties with Chinese factory reportedly in internment camp

An Associated Press investigation revealed the factory is staffed by unpaid detainees of the state, made up largely of ethnic and religious minorities and surrounded by armed guards and dogs. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 11, 2019

Labor exploitation also happens close to home

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day brings into focus the labor conditions of our extended supply chain — at least for one day.

By Rich Weissman • Jan. 11, 2019

Study: Most large UK firms fail to pay suppliers on time

Consistently late payments can damage productivity, and many groups and industries are calling for stricter requirements to ensure prompt payment.

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 10, 2019

Tiffany adds diamond origin to store displays

Diamonds, like palm oil or cocoa, have a complicated supply chain that has become notorious for controversy and ethical issues.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 10, 2019

Boeing breaks production record

The jet manufacturer appears to be reaping the benefits of its strategy to overhaul its value chain and work with suppliers.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 9, 2019

US-China trade talks extended, 'going very well'

Leaders on both sides praised the progress made during three days of discussions but so far are keeping mum on the details.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 9, 2019

Imports expected to slow after rush to beat tariffs

The National Retail Federation's import forecast shows a slow start to 2019 as China and the U.S. have wrapped up three days of trade negotiations.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 9, 2019