Risk and Resilience: Page 6

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    Uncertainty reigns as talent leaders grapple with flexibility, AI

    A whopping 98% of employers are planning “work design changes” for 2024, Mercer said in a recent report.

    By Caroline Colvin • March 18, 2024
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    What we learned at Manifest Vegas 2024

    Companies discussed crucial leadership skills, employee retention, and the use of AI and machine learning at this year’s conference.

    By • March 12, 2024
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    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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    How PetSmart uses FLOW data to manage its supply chain

    The retailer’s chief supply chain officer said the federal data platform is helping it avoid reactionary decisions and predict delays.

    By • March 8, 2024
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    SEC drops scope 3 emissions from final climate disclosure rule

    The agency scaled back reporting requirements for scope 1 and 2 and will take a phased approach to the new mandates.

    By Lamar Johnson • March 6, 2024
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    Scope 3 will be a focus for large companies regardless of SEC rule outcome, KPMG says

    Large companies will still need to track scope 3 emissions as part of California and European Union requirements, analysts said.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 4, 2024
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    Smaller suppliers’ finances have deteriorated since pre-pandemic

    Large buyers have been pressuring suppliers, dragging down smaller, private firms’ operational efficiency, according to RapidRatings analysis. 

    By • March 4, 2024
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    Construction supply chain headaches persist 4 years into pandemic

    As the fourth anniversary of COVID-19’s arrival in the U.S. nears, contractors are still dealing with challenges around materials pricing and availability.

    By Shefali Kapadia • March 4, 2024
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    Nestlé hit by supply constraints in health business

    IT hiccups at packaging sites created a supply chain backup in the food and beverage giant’s vitamin, mineral and supplement unit.

    By • Feb. 27, 2024
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    Walmart hits supplier emissions goal 6 years early

    The retailer’s vendors have already reported enough projects to fulfill Project Gigaton’s target of cutting 1 billion metric tons of greenhouse gases from its supply chain.  

    By • Feb. 23, 2024
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    Biden administration issues executive order on port cybersecurity

    The order attempts to shift more ship-to-shore crane manufacturing to the U.S. amid concerns about cyber risk at port facilities.

    By David Jones • Feb. 21, 2024
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    FTC probes role of wholesalers, purchasing groups in drug shortages

    The agency issued a request for information scrutinizing “the practices of opaque drug middlemen,” Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan said.

    By • Feb. 21, 2024
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    Front-line workers are more likely to be anxious and depressed, survey finds

    Employers have a vested interest in educating these essential workers about their well-being options, meQuilibrium’s chief science officer said.

    By Laurel Kalser • Feb. 16, 2024
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    Cocoa supply issues could lead to smaller chocolate bar sizes: expert

    Producers may experiment with new product formulations to avoid recent heavy price hikes on chocolates.

    By Chris Casey • Feb. 15, 2024
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    Retail and apparel groups call for secure travel on the Red Sea

    The trade organizations cited rising rates, delays and at least $80 billion in cargo that has been diverted around the region amid attacks. 

    By • Feb. 14, 2024
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    Job attrition may slow during first half of 2024, survey shows

    Employees said they most often stay put for flexibility, fulfillment and good compensation.

    By Carolyn Crist • Feb. 12, 2024
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    Whirlpool plans further supply chain cost reductions

    The home appliance company expects to cut at least $100 million more from its operations as it sees productivity improvements.

    By • Feb. 12, 2024
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    Boeing to increase supply chain inspections after plane door blowout

    Bolts that should have kept a blown-out door panel in place were removed and not replaced during repairs, a National Transportation Safety Board report found.

    By Sara Samora • Feb. 9, 2024
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    FMC urged to evaluate surcharges amid Red Sea crisis

    During a hearing last week, shipper groups also asked the federal agency to consider taking action before congestion and potential equipment challenges unfold.

    By • Feb. 9, 2024
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    Surging cocoa prices could lead to Valentine’s Day sticker shock

    Supply remains scarce due to heavy rains and the spread of black pod disease in West Africa, according to a recent CoBank report.

    By • Feb. 8, 2024
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    Foot Locker COO names 4 skills crucial to supply chain leaders

    Global awareness was one skill Elliott Rodgers highlighted during remarks at Manifest Vegas 2024.

    By • Feb. 7, 2024
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    Upcoming Indo-Pacific trade deal adds to US supply chain priorities

    Meant to boost collaboration and resiliency, the agreement's member countries will make their picks for key committees in the coming months.

    By • Feb. 7, 2024
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    Red Sea disruptions may drive port congestion, inflation

    Risks to the U.S. economy grow as the crisis prolongs, experts told a House committee.

    By • Feb. 2, 2024
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    Supply chain woes contribute to medical apparel supplier’s bankruptcy

    Careismatic said that delays, high costs, rising competition and fast-falling demand after pandemic-driven highs created a liquidity crunch.

    By • Jan. 31, 2024
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    From geopolitics to inflation: 2024’s supply chain trends and risks

    Companies are adjusting their strategies at every step of the supply chain to position themselves for success in the year ahead.

    By • Jan. 31, 2024
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    8 logistics trends to watch in 2024

    Risk is sparing no mode of transportation in 2024 as geopolitics, labor talks, freight demand and capacity fluctuations will continue to alter supply chain strategies.

    By , , , • Jan. 30, 2024