Trump orders a slash of regulatory burdens on manufacturers, faster infrastructure reviews

The President set a 30-day review timeline for designating infrastructure projects as "high priority," and a 120-day timeline to determine how to roll back regulations on manufacturers.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 25, 2017

UPDATE: Transportation secretary nominee Elaine Chao clears Senate committee

Elaine Chao is expected to secure the necessary approval from the Senate to lead the Department of Transportation and its $75 billion budget.

By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • Jan. 24, 2017

Report: Only 22% of companies work with suppliers to reduce emissions

But the 89 companies that did managed to cut 434 metric tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions last year, more than France's total carbon footprint in 2014.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 24, 2017

Trump to sign executive orders signaling TPP withdrawal, NAFTA renegotiation

The long-awaited moves signal Trump's eagerness to renegotiate trade deals, a move both Mexico and Canada appear to favor.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 23, 2017

Survey: What is your outlook on the supply chain under President Donald Trump?

How will the supply chain react to the new administration? Share your thoughts with Supply Chain Dive. 

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 20, 2017

Supply chain audits lack impact needed to improve human rights violations

Audits are aiding corporations, but having little effect on those who need help.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 18, 2017

Trump to WSJ: Border adjustment tax is too complex

The President-elect broke ranks with his party's border adjustment tax proposal, stating he prefers a simpler 35% tax on offshored imports.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 18, 2017

DOT doubles down on intermodal automation with new committee

The new committee — which includes execs from General Motors, FedEx, the ATA and Amazon alike — is tasked with identifying the best path forward for automated transport.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

Big Pharma may be Trump's next target for the automotive treatment

The issue of bringing Big Pharma back to the U.S. is unusually complicated, but with President-elect Trump there is always room for surprise.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

UPS to train drivers to spot and report human trafficking

UPS' partner in this program, Truckers Against Trafficking, notes a previous partnership with Polaris helped identify 471 likely cases of human trafficking with 1,033 trafficking victims, 285 of which were minors.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

Judge rules Swift misclassified owner-operators as independent contractors

The present case against Swift extends the legal battle over misclassifications to trucking companies, which have long employed workers on a contract basis.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 13, 2017

Ralph Lauren joins sustainability movement to prevent deforestation

Companies continue to add themselves to the sustainable sourcing movement to the benefit of both enhanced visibility as well as the reduction of human rights abuses.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 12, 2017

US tariff reform risks unintended consequences for global economy; just ask Madison Paper

Tariffs don't always mean a reprieve for an industry already struggling.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • Jan. 11, 2017

Panjiva: 7 industries at highest risk of trade shifts

Trade-reliant supply chains should expect changes under the next administration, but resilience will depend both on the company and the severity of the new policies. 

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 11, 2017

Human trafficking and the modern supply chain: Why brands must do good to do well

Ethical supply chains are both an opportunity and a responsibility for today’s businesses and brands.

By Padmini Ranganathan • Jan. 11, 2017

Corona beer distributor plans import-export balance to offset proposed border tax

Constellation Brands is considering shifting its purchases of natural gas and packaging resources back to the U.S. in order to diminish taxes on its Mexican beer imports​.

By , Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 10, 2017

Steel advocate, former Reagan official Robert Lighthizer will lead Trump's USTR

Three long-time trade critics will lead the nation's top trade posts, threatening a complete reversal of the country's long embrace of free trade.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 5, 2017

Tesla touts renewable energy to protect planet, but may be linked to human rights violations

No business, even one that is run by a visionary such as Elon Musk, can guarantee full compliance without an aggressive, multi-pronged approach.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 5, 2017

KnowTheChain releases first-ever benchmarks on forced labor within footwear makers

The new benchmark ranking highlights the best and worst in how apparel companies are addressing labor violations.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • Jan. 4, 2017

Kentucky toll enforcement plans show costs of infrastructure fall on supply chains

Clampdown on bridge toll collection could cost the trucking industry while benefiting the surrounding community.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 4, 2017

Are pharmaceutical supply chains responsible for the opioid epidemic?

Cardinal Health's $44 million settlement with the Department of Justice shows the government's position.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 3, 2017

The 5 most notorious supply chain ethics scandals of 2016

Slavery, child labor, corruption and migrant extortion within the supply chain have hurt brands throughout the year.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 26, 2016

Trump creates pro-manufacturing White House post, appoints trade critic

The new White House National Trade Council is tasked to "make American manufacturing great again," shrink the trade deficit and slow offshoring. 

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 23, 2016

GOP's proposed import tax could see retailers' tax burdens rise exponentially

CNBC reports retailers like Gap will be especially hard hit by a VAT-style tax, which could raise taxes on sweaters from $1.75 to $17 per item.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 21, 2016

Wal-Mart commits to using 50% renewable energy by 2025

Wal-Mart first announced the policy in 2005, but reports indicate the retailer may not be following through on its promises despite pressure on suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 20, 2016