Operations Management


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    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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    Walmart confirms hundreds of corporate layoffs

    The retailer also said “the majority” of remote workers and those at offices in Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto, must relocate — mostly to its Arkansas headquarters.

    By Nate Delesline III • May 15, 2024
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    Inventory Management

    See how various companies have adjusted their inventories throughout several economic bullwhips.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    DHL Supply Chain to close an Indiana warehouse

    The logistics provider plans to lay off 170 employees in August due to a customer restructure.

    By May 15, 2024
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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 , , May 15, 2024
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    LL Flooring eyes sale-leaseback deal for Virginia distribution center

    The potential move would boost the specialty flooring retailer’s liquidity amid a poor stretch of financial results.

    By May 15, 2024
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    USPS pauses processing network consolidation until 2025

    The agency halted the transfer of some operations at local plants to regional hubs amid lawmaker scrutiny and service woes.

    By May 14, 2024
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    Chipotle leverages RFID technology, increases overall visibility

    Executive Carlos Londono spoke to Supply Chain Dive about the company’s operations and its efforts to bring the technology to its 3,500 restaurants.

    By May 14, 2024
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    Walmart streamlines fulfillment with third consolidation center

    The facility places suppliers' less-than-truckload shipments into truckload hauls before sending them off to regional distribution centers.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 13, 2024
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    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 May 9, 2024
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    How CH Robinson is using AI to automate logistics management tasks

    The broker hopes speeding up responses to emailed quote and appointment requests will improve productivity.

    By , May 8, 2024
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    Amazon extends transition period for low inventory fee

    The company said it would credit the fees for a few more weeks, and added some exceptions as it considered ways to incentivize optimal product supply.

    By May 7, 2024
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    Walmart taps Swisslog to automate 3 milk facilities

    The technology platform consists of cranes, palletizing and de-palletizing robots, a pallet conveyor system, a small-load conveyor system and software to operate it all.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 7, 2024
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    Papa Johns names new chief supply chain officer

    Kurt Milburn takes up the role as the pizza chain looks to cut supply chain costs and boost productivity.

    By May 3, 2024
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    Home Depot on leveraging FLOW

    VP Sarah Galica discussed how Freight Logistics Optimization Works strengthened the company's logistics network.

    By May 3, 2024
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    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 May 2, 2024
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    Airhouse makes ‘major layoff,’ transfers customers to partner 3PLs

    The shakeup at the fulfillment provider happened after a potential funding round fell through, CEO Kevin Gibbon announced.

    By May 2, 2024
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    Coca-Cola turns to Microsoft’s AI services for its supply chain

    The beverage giant signed a $1.1 billion deal as it explores the use of AI to streamline operations, boost efficiency and more.

    By Christopher Doering • May 2, 2024
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    Sportsman’s Warehouse invests in inventory management tech to boost in-stock reporting

    The retailer partnered with Blue Yonder to develop the system as it looks to keep up with inventory trends.

    By May 1, 2024
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    Manufacturing demand dips in April as companies remain cautious: PMI

    While hiring is beginning to uptick, manufacturers remain uncertain about the fate of interest rates and its impact on business.

    By May 1, 2024
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    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 April 30, 2024
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    DHL will pay $8.7M to settle allegations it gave Black workers more dangerous assignments

    While Black workers moved “large, heavy packages,” their White colleagues sorted letters, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleged.

    By Caroline Colvin • April 29, 2024
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    H-E-B to build Texas distribution campus

    The grocer has closed on a land deal and plans to have several facilities support its supply chain operations.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • April 29, 2024
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    Monogram Foods taps Kellogg veteran as supply chain head

    Larry Elliott will oversee strategic sourcing, logistics and customer service and continuous improvement at the company. 

    By April 29, 2024
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    Embedded fleet spend management - a new era of profitability

    Siloed management systems foster inefficiency and profit loss. Embedded finance offers an integrated solution, paving the way for enhanced profitability.

    April 29, 2024
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    Lululemon shutters Washington distribution center

    The retailer is laying off nearly 130 employees, but a spokesperson said some will relocate to its new Los Angeles location and other facilities.

    By April 26, 2024