Ransomware hits supply chain software firm Blue Yonder ahead of Thanksgiving

The attack against Blue Yonder led to issues for Morrisons, a U.K.-based grocery chain, in its warehouse management system for fresh food and produce.

By David Jones • Nov. 26, 2024

Target takes a Q3 beating from supply chain disruptions

The retailer faced higher costs due to the strike at East and Gulf Coast ports and damaging storms in the Southeast.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 22, 2024

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Peak season management

Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

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US-only supply chains will emerge under Trump: PIIE economist

Companies looking to avoid tariffs on imports from China will likely shake up their sourcing, economist Mary Lovely said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 21, 2024

Lowe’s braces for potential tariff hikes

The retailer said it diversified its supply chain after Trump’s first tariffs, but 40% of its assortment is sourced abroad and more levies would add costs.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2024

Honda weighs production pivot ahead of potential tariffs

The automaker is committed to ramping up U.S. electric vehicle production despite the incoming Trump administration's tariff threats, an executive said.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 18, 2024

Home Depot will leverage experience to tackle tariffs

The home improvement retailer plans to take a "differentiated" approach built on its previous efforts to navigate higher duties.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 18, 2024

What restaurants, suppliers can learn from McDonald’s E. coli outbreak

The fast food giant’s initial response to the outbreak was quick, but guest sentiment suffered from a lack of direct consumer messaging.

By Julie Littman , Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 18, 2024

Ralph Lauren sources ‘single digit percentage’ of its products from China

The fashion brand's globally-diversified production footprint makes it well-positioned to mitigate potential tariff hikes, CEO Patrice Louvet said.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 18, 2024

Yeti, e.l.f. Beauty and others prep supply chains for Trump tariffs

Some businesses are planning more production outside of China or mulling price increases. Others are maintaining the status quo.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2024

Trump’s tariffs: How manufacturers can prepare

Frontloading commodity imports could be a temporary solution, but diversified sourcing will be critical long term, experts say.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024

Steve Madden to slash China sourcing as tariff concerns escalate

The fashion brand is among several companies looking to limit their exposure to President-elect Donald Trump's promised tariff hikes.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 12, 2024

Canada’s western ports are on lockdown: What to know

Experts said shipments can be easily diverted to U.S. West Coast ports in the short term, but a lengthier stoppage could be costly.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated Nov. 11, 2024

Hershey invests $500M to improve cocoa farming struggles

The confectionery giant is working with cooperatives in Côte d’Ivoire to help improve sustainability for growers and the environment.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 7, 2024

CSX expects Hurricane Helene recovery to last into 2025

The railroad is rebuilding miles of track damaged by the tropical storm, with efforts focused on its Blue Ridge subdivision.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 7, 2024

How Amazon sellers are navigating capacity constraints

As the holiday shopping rush looms, e-commerce businesses are willing to pay more to avoid bottlenecks at warehouses along the West Coast.

By Max Garland • Nov. 7, 2024

Tariff hikes could be coming. Stanley Black & Decker says it’s ready.

The toolmaker has been formulating a mitigation strategy since the spring, with the company planning to shift production away from China.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 4, 2024

De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official

A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.

By Max Garland • Nov. 4, 2024

Mercedes-Benz seeks circularity with new battery recycling plant

With a targeted recovery rate of up to 96%, the facility will process and recycle enough materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per year.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 31, 2024

Starbucks ramps up supply chain investments for climate resilience

The company is buying two innovation farms in Central America to advance research to protect its coffee supply.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 31, 2024

Candy producers using less chocolate this Halloween amid record cocoa prices: Wells Fargo

Hershey and other big chocolate producers are turning to gummies and other candy to offset supply issues with the crop.

By Chris Casey • Oct. 28, 2024

Owners of ship that slammed into Key Bridge settle with DOJ for $102M

The department will use the funds to pay agencies for responding to and cleaning up after the March 26 collapse.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 28, 2024

Air freight demand largely unfazed by ILA port strike

Shippers took early action to avoid strike-related backlogs. Experts urge similar strategies ahead of another potential stoppage in January.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 25, 2024

Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution

Under the agreement, the companies will move battery production for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 22, 2024

GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity

The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass Mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.

By Kate Magill • Oct. 18, 2024

Drought shrivels cotton, delays wheat planting in US Plains

At least 44% of winter wheat production is currently affected by the dry conditions, per the Department of Agriculture.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 16, 2024