Consumer Packaged Goods

Power in Procurement: Three Approaches to Consider

April 3, 2017

Analyst Insight: Outsourcing continues to grow, yet the news is full of outsourcing agreements that didn't work as planned. Far too often firms rely solely on power to get what they want. This leads to confusion, resentment, lost productivity, and at times, missed market opportunities. Suppliers and buyers need to better understand the use of power, and how this relationship will impact performance. - Karl Manrodt, professor of logistics and supply chain management, Georgia College and State University

Will Trade and Transport Measures Advance, or Slow to a Crawl?

April 3, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

In the wake of the defeat of his healthcare proposal, President Trump might well be hoping for a comeback in the form of passing new trade legislation. What are the chances of that happening?

Amazon to Collect Sales Tax in Most States Starting April 1

March 31, 2017

Fortune

After more than two decades of bad blood and legal wrangling between states and the online giant, Amazon will collect sales tax in all states that have such a levy. Collection in Hawaii, Idaho, Maine, and New Mexico, the final four states where shoppers don't pay required tax through the site, will begin on April 1st.

NFC Brings Contests, Content to Limited Jameson Whiskey Bottles

March 30, 2017

RFID Journal

Jameson Irish Whiskey celebrated St. Patrick's Day with a near field communication (NFC)-enabled system to provide consumer engagement with each of its limited-edition bottles. The whiskey brand, owned by global beverage firm Pernod Ricard, has launched its Limited Edition Bottle 2017, with technology to enable consumers to connect with content about the company and its product, and to be included in a drawing for several prizes specific to Ireland.

Survival of Sears and Kmart Is in Doubt, Owner Warns

March 30, 2017

The New York Times

The corporate owner of Sears and Kmart said last week that there was "substantial doubt" that it could continue operating, as brick-and-mortar stores continue to face challenges in an e-commerce world.

Walmart Aims to Dominate Last-Mile Delivery With Startup Incubator

March 29, 2017

Mobility Buzz

Walmart launched its own startup incubator program in Silicon Valley, with a keen eye on last-mile delivery, according to Mobility Buzz.

How E-Commerce Is Changing Facility Planning and Design

March 29, 2017

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: The impact of omnichannel fulfillment requirements and growth of e-commerce have altered the way companies plan and design distribution facilities. The plan and design processes themselves haven't changed as much as the number of variables that must be considered. Today's distribution facilities require greater flexibility to adapt rapidly to changing customer requirements. - Phil Quartel, senior director of operations design, Fortna Inc.

New eBay Offering Guarantees Three-Day Delivery

March 29, 2017

MultiChannel Merchant

eBay is wading into the fast shipping wars, taking on Amazon Prime and Walmart with its new Guaranteed Delivery offering that will launch this summer on its selling platform with more than 20 million eligible items. Shoppers on eBay will also be able to search and filter items by one- and two-day delivery.

Ford's Supply Chain Program On Track to Save Water, Carbon Emissions

March 28, 2017

Environmental Leader

Ford is expanding its program that helps suppliers improve their environmental management, growing the Partnership for A Cleaner Environment (PACE) program company participants to more than 40 in two years.

Bird Flu Outbreak Nation's Worst Since 2015

March 28, 2017

The New York Times

A bird flu outbreak that has led officials to euthanize more than 200,000 animals in three Southern states already is the nation's worst since 2015 and new cases are still popping up, an expert says.

Consumer Packaged Goods

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the consumer packaged goods industry. Learn how consumer packaged goods companies and their suppliers around the world are managing the flow of products across all channels of the enterprise. Experts sound off on forecasting and demand planning, supply-chain visibility, logistics outsourcing, inventory optimization, transportation management, warehouse management, supply-chain security, corporate social responsibility and more.