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Nike kicks the inventory doldrums with levels down 10%
The sportswear giant has come a long way from a year ago, when stock levels were surging with retailers and consumers pulling back on purchasing.
By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 9, 2023 -
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Freight turnaround might take until 2025: analysts
Higher interest rates and tepid spending are dragging down the long-term forecast, speakers said at the Journal of Commerce Inland Distribution Conference.
By Larry Avila • Oct. 2, 2023 -
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How to navigate carrier-shipper relationships during peak season
Sharing demand and capacity forecasts will help provide strong holiday delivery service, Supply Chain Dive panelists said.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2023 -
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How shippers can reduce their exposure to potential peak surcharges
Conversations on pricing and discounts will help establish a reasonable cost basis for transportation, experts said during a Supply Chain Dive panel.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2023 -
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Deep DiveThe ambitious regulations cleaning up fashion’s supply chain
From pollution to human rights violations, new European laws are holding global fashion brands accountable for collateral damage.
By Lauren Schenkman • Sept. 28, 2023 -
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MycoWorks begins production of mushroom biofiber at new South Carolina facility
The factory could produce millions of square feet of the firm’s leather alternative material each year.
By Lara Ewen • Sept. 25, 2023 -
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How concentrated volumes are driving parcel carrier reliability this holiday season
Consolidated fulfillment facilities and data analysis can help carriers prepare for peak period, Supply Chain Dive panelists said.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 22, 2023 -
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Kroger makes local sourcing pledge tied to Albertsons merger
The grocery giant said it will increase local sourcing by 10% once the proposed mega-merger closes.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 22, 2023 -
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Furniture-maker Noble House falls into bankruptcy, owes overseas suppliers millions
The company, which sells to some of the largest U.S. retailers, suffered from rising costs and disruptions in its supply chain.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 21, 2023 -
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Walmart wants employees to make more last-mile deliveries
The number of deliveries currently made by company associates is small compared to what's handled by independent contractors.
By Max Garland • Sept. 20, 2023 -
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Dollar General to grow private fleet to 2,000 trucks by year’s end
The discount retailer’s private fleet now handles nearly half of its outbound transportation needs.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 18, 2023 -
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RH expects no interruption after supplier bankruptcy
The home goods retailer’s CEO said the company doesn’t see any broader supply risks from potential distress among producers in the industry.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 14, 2023 -
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PVH ups inventory reduction goal as supply chain pressures ease
The owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger is targeting a 25% cut by the end of 2024.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 14, 2023 -
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RFID on packaging gains traction amid food safety and waste concerns
A tracking system traditionally used for nonperishable items could become more common on certain types of packaging ahead of future traceability requirements from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
By Leslie Nemo • Sept. 14, 2023 -
G-III slashes inventory by 23% but is ‘not giving it away’
After last year’s glut, the apparel company has cleared out stock and reined in purchases to free up cash, cut costs and reduce debt.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 13, 2023 -
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$1.7B in shipments detained by US under forced labor law: report
Many of the products targeted during the first year of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act were electronics, apparel, footwear and textiles.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023 -
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NRF acquires Reverse Logistics Association
The acquisition will help the industry group to collaborate and develop resources in the return and reverse logistics industry.
By Kaarin Vembar • Sept. 13, 2023 -
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TrusTrace develops garment tracking system in advance of EU regulations
The traceability platform's digital product tags aim to boost textile transparency and sustainability.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 13, 2023 -
Estée Lauder hires new procurement chief
The cosmetics giant tapped Quentin Roach to oversee its strategic supplier relationships and help drive innovation with its partners.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 12, 2023 -
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Investors call for Nike to pay $2.2M in owed wages to supply chain workers
Ahead of the sportswear giant’s annual meeting this week, investors are asking the company to avoid similar cases in the future.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 12, 2023 -
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Dollar General braces for $95M profit hit as it clears inventory
While it works to reduce stock levels, the discounter is also investing in new planning tools to help manage flows at stores and distribution centers.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 11, 2023 -
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Walmart scaling fulfillment services for third-party sellers
At its first seller summit, the retailer also announced plans to open Walmart Marketplace to businesses in Chile.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 11, 2023 -
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Target offers more details on its delivery strategy
The retailer opened its 10th sortation center and is testing larger vehicles for delivery.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 8, 2023 -
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Joann eyes $60M in product cost savings as suppliers offer concessions
The craft retailer thinks it can cut $200 million in business costs, the bulk of which comes from its supply chain as inflation eases.
By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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Crate and Barrel to ramp up supply chain investment
The retailer's “Bring it Home” plan seeks to improve inventory optimization, demand forecasting and delivery speeds.
By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2023
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