Risk and Resilience: Page 3

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    Teamsters Canada railroad workers appeal binding arbitration order

    While the union said government action stripped it of its right to collectively bargain, trains will keep running.

    By • Aug. 30, 2024
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    Opinion

    Harley-Davidson’s DEI rollback is a procurement mistake

    The announcement could lead to blowback from suppliers, financial woes, and ultimately hamper supply chain resilience, writes Rich Weissman, a professor at Endicott College. 

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Trendline

    Peak season management

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

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Canadian rail carriers’ recovery from work stoppage may take weeks

    Embargoes put in place prior to the disruption have created freight backlog for Canadian National and CPKC.

    By • Aug. 28, 2024
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    Newell accelerates production shift out of China

    The manufacturer is limiting its exposure in the country to avoid potential Section 301 tariff increases.

    By • Aug. 26, 2024
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    Fastenal shares contingency plans for hurricane season

    The industrial and supply solutions company has hurricane specific supplies stocked in four major distribution centers.

    By • Aug. 26, 2024
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    Canadian National to resume operations, CPKC stoppage continues

    The union and representatives from both railroads are meeting this morning to continue negotiations.

    By • Updated Aug. 23, 2024
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    What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024

    Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.

    By • Aug. 20, 2024
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    Economic confidence in North America plummets

    Finance professionals have grown more concerned as the pace of expansion cools from its heady 2023.

    By David McCann • Aug. 19, 2024
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    Inflation slows to three-year low, clearing way for Fed rate cut

    The central bank at a meeting next month is expected to weigh cooling inflation against signs that the labor market is loosening up.

    By Jim Tyson • Aug. 16, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    What would the demise of de minimis mean for supply chains?

    E-commerce companies rely on the exemption to sell U.S. consumers low-cost goods. Experts say they need to be prepared for a change.

    By • Aug. 15, 2024
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    Forced labor risks among fashion industry’s top concerns: survey

    More than 90% of respondents said they were “making more efforts to map and understand” their supply chain, including fiber and yarn sourcing.

    By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2024
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    FLOW aids GE Appliances’ fast-growing logistics network

    Joining the federal platform is one piece of the appliance manufacturer's larger supply chain strategy, VP of Logistics Marcia Brey told Supply Chain Dive.

    By • Aug. 5, 2024
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    US kicks off Indo-Pacific supply chain meetings

    Fourteen member countries met for the first time this week under an agreement to boost supply chain resiliency.

    By • Aug. 1, 2024
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    Food suppliers navigate climate change-induced crop shortages

    Some ingredient staples are in jeopardy amid rising temperatures. One expert shares advice on how to handle the volatility.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 1, 2024
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    Manufacturing enters ‘deeper slowdown period’ ahead of election: July PMI

    Companies are hesitant to invest in new orders amid high interest rates and political uncertainty, dragging down the industry. 

    By • Aug. 1, 2024
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    Porsche supplier factory flood leads to aluminum shortage

    The automaker expects disruptions to continue for several weeks, possibly leading to a manufacturing shutdown for certain vehicle series.

    By • July 30, 2024
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    Ocean shippers need contingency plans now, experts say

    Diversifying port usage and improving visibility are among the tactics supply chains should deploy.

    By • July 29, 2024
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    Election year uncertainty clouds 2024 supply chain outlook

    Manufacturers “may kick the can down the road for certain capital investment decisions” as a result, Michigan State’s Jason Miller said during a panel discussion.

    By • July 26, 2024
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    What does your CEO need to know about cybersecurity?

    When major incidents occur, CEOs risk firing, forced resignation, shareholder lawsuits, or even charges from the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    By Jen A. Miller • July 25, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    How a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains

    Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.

    By • July 24, 2024
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    Elon Musk: CrowdStrike outage caused ‘seizure’ for auto supply chain

    Tesla has deleted the cybersecurity software off all of its systems, the CEO said on the social platform X.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    Helen of Troy reports distribution disruptions at Tennessee facility

    The company is working with suppliers to address the remaining challenges impacting customer orders.

    By • July 22, 2024
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    Bassett Furniture temporarily shuts down manufacturing facilities following cyberattack

    Although customers can still place orders and purchase products, the furniture company’s ability to fulfill orders is currently impacted. 

    By Kaarin Moore • July 19, 2024
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    Dimerco launches peak season charter capacity

    The new Shanghai-to-Chicago service responds to expected freight constraints on air and ocean lanes.

    By • July 17, 2024
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    Osprey, Oxo Pop owner pursues production diversification strategy

    Helen of Troy aims to reduce the potential exposure to tariffs on China-made goods.

    By • July 17, 2024