Risk and Resilience
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East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations to start soon
Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.
By Max Garland • May 16, 2024 -
Q&A
Regulations could improve ESG in fashion, but Worldly exec says it’s not enough
James Schaffer said recent mandates that require companies to disclose financial and environmental risks are a bellwether of the industry’s future.
By Laurel Deppen • May 16, 2024 -
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Sustainable supply chains
Amid pressure from consumers, investors and governments, companies are scrambling to measure and reduce the impact of their supply chains on the world.
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How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse
C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.
By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Salgado • May 15, 2024 -
Biden hikes tariffs on China-made EVs, batteries, semiconductors
The tariffs align with U.S. efforts to get ahead of China in clean energy and advanced technology manufacturing, while also increasing supply chain control.
By Kate Magill • May 14, 2024 -
FedEx Express flags US delivery delays after severe weather
Disruptions are possible for shipments with a May 9 commitment after "hazardous operating conditions" challenged a key hub in Tennessee.
By Max Garland • May 9, 2024 -
Clorox claws its way back to normal inventory, service levels after August cyberattack
The cleaning product maker is working to fully restore its distribution channels in Q4 as it pushes to bring back customers.
By Kate Magill • May 9, 2024 -
Avery Dennison leveraged supply chain resilience to navigate Finland port strikes
The adhesive materials maker leveraged supplier diversification and enhanced inventory strategy to avoid disruptions.
By S.L. Fuller • May 7, 2024 -
How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring
Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.
By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024 -
Tornado destroys Dollar Tree Oklahoma distribution center
None of the warehouse’s 456 associates were harmed during the disaster and are being given resources to help with temporary work relocation.
By Kelly Stroh • April 30, 2024 -
Automakers get new standard for cutting a top source of scope 3 emissions
Indirect emissions are notoriously hard to calculate and address, so the Science Based Targets initiative put forth a new guideline.
By S.L. Fuller • April 23, 2024 -
3 takeaways from the FTC’s probe into grocery supply chains
The Federal Trade Commission’s study highlighted ongoing procurement risks exposed by the pandemic.
By Kelly Stroh • April 11, 2024 -
‘It’s important to get going’: How fashion is navigating the many complexities of sustainability
Understanding supply chains is key to regulatory compliance and scaling solutions, executives said at an American Apparel & Footwear Association’s event.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 9, 2024 -
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$8M grant will double auto capacity at Port of Baltimore’s only unaffected terminal
New parking lots at Tradepoint Atlantic will allow Sparrows Point to welcome more ships after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, President Joe Biden said.
By Colin Campbell • April 8, 2024 -
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Forwarders share insights on navigating the Baltimore bridge collapse
Ceva Logistics, AIT Worldwide Logistics are encouraging shippers to maintain open communication and tap real-time visibility tools to keep tabs on diverted shipments.
By Kelly Stroh • April 5, 2024 -
Taiwan earthquake’s impact on chip industry likely to be ‘moderate,’ experts say
The island is home to nearly all of the world’s most advanced chip production, making even small delays precarious for semiconductor supply chains.
By Kate Magill • April 5, 2024 -
Apparel execs urge sourcing diversification amid geopolitical risks
Executives at an American Apparel & Footwear Association event underscored the need to find alternative sourcing as U.S.-China relations continue to fray.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 4, 2024 -
Baltimore bridge collapse pressures some key trucking lanes
Flatbed loads surged 57% week over week from Baltimore, DAT Freight & Analytics reported.
By David Taube • April 3, 2024 -
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Baltimore preps small, temporary channel for essential vessel transit
The alternate lane is needed for response efforts, and marks the first step toward reopening the Port of Baltimore.
By Alejandra Salgado • April 1, 2024 -
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How auto supply chain managers can navigate the Baltimore port stoppages
Alternative port assessments, along with contract and obligation reviews, are among the steps experts say shippers should consider.
By Kelly Stroh • March 29, 2024 -
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Port of Baltimore crisis: What supply chain managers need to know
Supply Chain Dive asked experts how rerouting by land and sea could work after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
By Alejandra Salgado • March 29, 2024 -
General Mills uses AI, analytics to build a disruption-ready supply chain
The packaged food unit has digitized its end-to-end operations to gain visibility, ramp up productivity and make faster decisions.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 29, 2024 -
Golden State Foods names first-ever chief procurement officer
Trisha McRoberts joins the C-suite with a mission to optimize cash management and assure supply.
By S.L. Fuller • March 28, 2024 -
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How the Baltimore bridge disaster is impacting supply chains
The port is opening up alternate channels for vessel traffic, while stakeholders are adapting with their own workarounds.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated May 15, 2024 -
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Automakers reroute shipments after Baltimore bridge collapse
Other manufacturers in the area, including Stanley Black & Decker and McCormick & Co., are still operating after the accident.
By Kate Magill • March 27, 2024 -
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Baltimore truckers, dockworkers brace for Key Bridge collapse effects
The downed bridge is marooning the Port of Baltimore and threatening the region's supply chain.
By Colin Campbell • March 27, 2024