Whole Foods to further centralize buying operations and bar brand reps from store

The Amazon-backed grocer aims to increase efficiency, but critics say these moves will shrink the marketing and availability of popular niche brands.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 22, 2017

Big Pharma builds blockchain prototype to stop counterfeits

The MediLedger Project brings together the pharma supply chain stakeholders to build a system that could register and verify drugs, without compromising data.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 21, 2017

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Toys R Us owes suppliers more than $200M, may not be able to repay

The toy retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy yesterday, leaving suppliers in the lurch.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 20, 2017

Study: Hospitals can save $9.9M by improving their supply chains

Practitioners assume low product costs yield poor care, but a recent Navigant analysis of more than 2,000 hospital budgets suggests the opposite is true.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 20, 2017

Toys R Us vendors reportedly pull back ahead of possible bankruptcy

Chatter around a possible bankruptcy filing from the toy retailer has intensified with reports of skittish vendors and news that Toys R Us is shopping a bankruptcy plan to lenders.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 18, 2017

Demand for construction supplies soars after Hurricane Harvey

Thomas Index data provides a unique understanding of market mechanics after hurricanes, which was not available prior to the recent storms.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 18, 2017

Supply chains absorb significant friction costs, but is automation the answer?

More efficient payment and billing technology may help, but cost savings will only appear if all parties are on board.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 15, 2017

Apple's iPhone X may suffer shortages from OLED supply crunch

The company's quest to fortify its own supply chain to bolster production remains a future prospect, but will not help out with the new iPhone's limited availability. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 13, 2017

ISM highlights 6 KPIs to watch after Hurricane Harvey

While the special report focuses on Harvey, the indicators will be equally important to keep an eye on as Hurricane Irma recedes.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 12, 2017

EcoVadis' first global index reveals SMEs are making strides in corporate social responsibility

The index compares data from more than 20,000 companies worldwide, showing sustainability is "no longer just a nice-to-have, but a must-do — and fast."

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 12, 2017

Amazon's Whole Foods price cuts boosted store traffic 25%

But can the e-commerce giant and grocery novice maintain its momentum?

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 12, 2017

Report: Automated payments can help shippers streamline supply chains

Automation not only saves shippers money but it also limits inaccuracies.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 11, 2017

Boeing voices concern over UTC-Rockwell merger

The aerospace manufacturer says it fears limited competition for certain parts within its supply chain, but in reality, Boeing fears losing money from its new internal supplier.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 7, 2017

Office Depot brings supply chain management to the cloud

Still recovering from its failed merger with Staples, the office supplies retailer is partnering with Elementum to smooth out its supply chain.

By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 6, 2017

Study: In the UK, large companies owe their peers $57.9B in late payments

More than 50,000 business closures a year could be averted if companies paid their suppliers or smaller partners on time, according to the U.K. government.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 5, 2017

Nike agrees to third-party audits in new deal with Georgetown University

It's the first time the company has agreed to external audits to comply with a university's code of conduct.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 5, 2017

Retailers are squeezing already struggling CPG brands

Campbell Soup said it will lose significant revenue because it failed to come to terms with a large retailer on promotional pricing.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 5, 2017

Air Force speeds up procurement to counter cyber risk

Besides granting purchasing authority to lower-ranking personnel, the United States Air Force hopes to implement new tech that will cut costs and reduce risk.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 1, 2017

Hugo Boss, Lacoste named to Dsco's Top 444 drop shipping brands

Drop shippers can now benchmark their performance to learn where they rank and if, or how, they need improvement.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 31, 2017

Suppliers balk as Sears' vendor insurance contracts lag

Collaboration and support are the keys to success in buyer-supplier relationships, but conflict is inevitable if buyers can't guarantee payment.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 30, 2017

How contract manufacturing evolved from the Space Age to the Digital Age

There are drawbacks, but contract manufacturing seems here to stay.

By Barry Hochfelder • Aug. 29, 2017

Amazon-Whole Foods deal closes Monday, bringing lower prices and Prime-based loyalty program

Immediately after the deal goes into effect, prices will drop on grocery staples and Whole Foods’ private-label brands will be available on Amazon.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 25, 2017

Walmart and Kroger join with suppliers for blockchain initiative

Companies throughout the industry will implement the technology in an effort to improve food safety and test widespread adoption.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 23, 2017

A buyer's guide to navigating supply chains

From choosing suppliers and sources to managing business relationships, here's what buyers need to know.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 22, 2017

Costco coughs up $19.4M in damages for selling fake Tiffany rings

In an attempt to alleviate cost pressures, Costco opted to counterfeit a well-known luxury brand.

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 17, 2017