The United States recently lifted decades-long restrictions on trade with Cuba. FedEx now plans to open air cargo services to and from the country to expand its global distribution reach. FedEx is the first American air cargo company to submit such an application to the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). Take a look at…
Farmers have been implementing new technology for decades. Today, some dairy farms can practically run themselves thanks to technological advances. Thanks to robotic milking machines, cows can roam freely and then go to a milking station when they need to be milked. This automated process saves farmers a lot of time and allows them to…
For over two years, Amazon has operated its Prime Pantry service, through which it delivers non-perishable grocery items to customers’ homes. Now the company aims to implement a new program that delivers all grocery items, even those that need refrigeration. Take a look at this new program, called AmazonFresh, and learn how Amazon continues to…
Most companies around the world do not have supply chain practices in place to promote sustainable sourcing. As customers push for sustainability, however, this issue is becoming a big deal. Take a look why consumers are demanding more sustainability and the steps companies are taking to improve.
Forced labor is a serious problem around the world, but many companies have begun to stand up for human rights by boycotting all forced labor goods. KitKat recently announced its participation in ethical procurement. Take a look at how this chocolate brand is getting involved.
Only a few months have passed since the Brexit vote happened, but many people don’t understand that Britain hasn’t actually left the EU yet. What the Brexit vote did is require Britain to give the EU a two-year formal notice that the country will be leaving. Britain hasn’t actually given its notice to the EU…
Online grocery shopping presents clear challenges to retailers. One of the biggest is that keeping grocery items cold during shipping isn’t easy. Walmart decided to combine a store pickup program with online grocery ordering to combat the need for refrigerated delivery trucks. Take a look at how Walmart has made its online grocery shopping and…
Infrastructure across the United States is crumbling. Roads, highways, and bridges need serious attention. However, legislators don’t always agree on how to fix the widespread problems or how to pay for them. As a result, poor infrastructure is taking a toll on supply chains in the United States, with no long-term solution in sight.
Papa John’s has more than 3,000 franchise locations across the globe. A strong supply chain has been key to the company’s success, but the company has also had its share of struggles. Take a look at how Papa John’s overcame inventory control issues, increased the productivity of its supply chain, and reduced freight spend by…
Listeria, salmonella, E. coli, and other foodborne illnesses have made numerous headlines in 2016, forcing companies to recall affected food products. This places tremendous strain on their supply chains. Take a look at what companies go through when they recall a product and how this affects their operations and the economy.