Many businesses have come to realize the benefits of lowering their carbon emissions. Not only is this practice good for the environment, but many companies also see increased profits as a result of their efforts. Ocean Spray Cranberries, for instance, cut delivery-related emissions by 20 percent and costs by 40 percent. Take a look at…
Food delivery is a fast-growing industry that capitalizes on the convenience of ordering a meal on a phone or laptop and having it transported in under an hour. One of the top companies in this industry is Postmates, a third-party delivery service that partners with food chains to get customers their food quickly. Postmates has…
The container ship industry has experienced significant change recently. An influx of new ships that boast more container capacity and cheaper fuel costs have caused shipping prices to drop and ocean liners to collect lower profits. However, many container ship and port terminal companies see this as an opportunity to expand business. A.P. Moller-Maersk is…
In 2012, Hostess filed for bankruptcy. At that time, the company announced that it would no longer manufacture Twinkies or many of the brand’s other goodies. This caused an uproar, and the little spongy cakes started flying off the shelves. Hostess has since completed major rebranding and is finally making a comeback. This article is…
As one of the largest sportswear brands in the world, Adidas needs to stay ahead of trends to maintain its position in the market. That’s why the company focuses on leaner and faster manufacturing processes. Adidas recently decided to take its manufacturing processes to an entirely new level.
C.H. Robinson is a third-party logistics provider and freight brokerage business. The company provides transportation services to customers both large and small. Recently C.H. Robinson announced an innovative transportation management system (TMS) to help its customers with booking, tracking, and reporting for their shipping needs.
Since 2007, PepsiCo has taken a proactive stance on environmental and sustainable practices. The company has significantly reduced waste and water use in its manufacturing and distribution processes. Additionally, PepsiCo has worked with its suppliers to promote sustainable agriculture. As a result, PepsiCo has seen increased profits and improved customer satisfaction.
Xerox is the leading provider of both printing products and printing services to corporate and individual customers around the world. The company is also recognized as one of the top employers in the U.S. and Canada. However, it has faced its fair share of challenges. Xerox must constantly make changes to keep up with technology…
H&M is one of the largest fashion retail companies in the world. Despite years of supply chain challenges, the company has remained profitable and popular. H&M has done this by strengthening its brand against growing concerns for the environment and human rights during manufacturing. Read on to learn more about H&M’s supply chain policies and…
Amazon is a master at adapting. That’s why the company has been so successful in the ecommerce industry. Amazon frequently assesses its customers’ needs and then implements solutions before competitors even see a new trend, as evident with the introduction of Amazon Prime and a push for Sunday delivery. Now Amazon Prime is trying a new…