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Sphera acquires SupplyShift to improve scope 3 tracking capabilities
The deal comes as companies across the globe are facing increased regulatory pressure to report on their scope 3 emissions and carbon footprint.
By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 17, 2024 -
FAA steps up oversight of Boeing production in wake of Alaska Airlines incident
The agency will audit the aircraft maker’s 737-9 Max production line and suppliers like Spirit AeroSystems, which has been plagued by its own quality woes over the last year.
By Kate Magill , Kelly Stroh • Jan. 12, 2024 -
Trendline
The Supply Chain Dive Outlook on 2021
The early parts of 2021 reveal a continuation of 2020's trends, making it clear the pandemic will affect the supply chain ecosystem long term.
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After Beyond Yoga suppliers stiffed workers, DOL recovers $1.1M in wages, damages
The athleisure brand agreed to update its vendor code of conduct and establish a monitoring program as part of a compliance agreement with the agency.
By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 9, 2024 -
GM plans sourcing shift for EV models no longer eligible for tax credit
The automaker said two minor components were preventing some vehicles from qualifying for a $7,500 purchase incentive.
By Michael Brady • Jan. 4, 2024 -
Biden administration extends China tariff exclusions — again
The exemptions spare hundreds of import categories from added duties started under the Trump administration.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 4, 2024 -
US lawmakers back Bangladesh garment workers’ demand for fair wages
A group of legislators called on the American Apparel & Footwear Association to commit to long-term sourcing relationships and increased purchasing prices.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 4, 2024 -
‘Mafia-style’: A look at Temu’s latest allegations that Shein has a chokehold on the supply chain
The ultra-fast fashion company accuses its larger rival of being “a glorified label maker” that bullies suppliers into loyalty.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 21, 2023 -
Amazon’s logistics, delivery services expanded beyond its website in 2023
The company launched offerings like Supply Chain by Amazon and Amazon Shipping while fine-tuning its fulfillment network.
By Max Garland • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Rail border crossings reopen at Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection had shut down the vital trade gateways in the wake of surging immigration activity.
By Larry Avila • Updated Dec. 22, 2023 -
UFCW backs proposed grant program protecting supply chain workers
The Grocery, Farm, and Food Worker Stabilization Act would help cover “disaster-related costs” for farm, grocery and meatpacking workers.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 14, 2023 -
Deep Dive
6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting
Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.
By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 13, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Nearshoring apparel: Inside DXL’s pivot to Central America
The clothing maker is one of many eyeing the region, but economic and policy barriers could stand in the way of greater investment.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 12, 2023 -
DOL shifts to a per-violation penalty for certain child labor infractions
The change from the previous per-child basis is another enforcement shift in a year where federal regulators cracked down on child labor law violators.
By Ryan Golden • Dec. 11, 2023 -
Nestlé, Kraft defeat egg producers in price-fixing case
An Illinois federal jury found Cal-Maine and other egg giants liable for limiting the supply of the protein in 2004-2008 in an effort to drive up costs.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 4, 2023 -
US loses trade dispute over access to Canada’s dairy market
Farm groups called the ruling a "surprising setback" that weakens the value of the USMCA.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 1, 2023 -
Former GM procurement manager convicted in supplier bribery scheme
Hyoung Nam So was found guilty of securing a $100 million contract for a South Korean auto parts supplier in exchange for millions in cash.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Cargill bolsters traceability efforts to end deforestation in South America
One of the world's largest commodities traders is moving up its timeline to eliminate land use conversion from supply chains in Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 29, 2023 -
How the US is leveraging its spending power to strengthen supply chains
Creating demand signals and convening key industry players are critical tools in the government's procurement playbook, a White House adviser told Supply Chain Dive.
By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 28, 2023 -
White House creates cabinet-level supply chain council
After years of focusing on supply chains’ role in the economy, President Joe Biden is expanding high-level meetings on the topic.
By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 27, 2023 -
IRS bumps 401(k) contribution limit to $23K for 2024
The $500 increase affects all salaried employees, whether at retailers, warehouses, manufacturers, trucking firms or other employers.
By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Biden administration selects 31 ‘tech hubs’
The hubs will focus on a range of technologies, including battery manufacturing, AI-driven biotechnology and quantum computing.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 27, 2023 -
‘It has already begun’: Senate sounds off on climate disruption to supply chains
With droughts and heat waves affecting crops and shipping routes this year, the budget committee looked at the rising costs extreme weather will have on supply lines.
By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 26, 2023 -
Workhorse Aero looks to add Horsefly drone to UPS Flight Forward FAA certificate
The approval and partnership would allow Workhorse to scale faster towards its last-mile delivery goals.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 25, 2023 -
The US, South Korea and Japan are piloting a supply chain warning system. What does that mean?
As the U.S. looks to counter China’s dominance in critical mineral supply and processing, it’s leveraging alliances to better share data and resources.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 23, 2023 -
DOL won’t extend overtime rule comment period
Stakeholder submissions for the rule, which would expand overtime eligibility to those paid about $55,068 per year, will still be due Nov. 7.
By Kate Tornone • Oct. 18, 2023