Consumer Packaged Goods

As Production in China Stalls, an American Toy Manufacturer Thrives

April 6, 2020

At a time when the coronavirus outbreak is disrupting global supply lines, a maker of toys that’s committed to manufacturing in the U.S. finds itself with an advantage over those that rely on production in China.

How Supply Chains Jumped From Business School and Into Our Lives

March 31, 2020

Bloomberg

The COVID-19 pandemic is playing out in ways that even the most rigorous corporate stress test would have likely missed in its scope and severity.

U.S. Truckers Enjoy Demand Surge But ‘Scary’ Shakeout Looms

March 26, 2020

Bloomberg

U.S. trucking companies are riding a surge in cargo demand from consumers stockpiling basic goods, but it probably won’t last long.

Weathering the Virus Outbreak, Retailers Must Also Prepare for Its End

March 23, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

As bad as things might seem right now, the situation is temporary — and retailers must be prepared for the flood of consumer demand that will be released by economic recovery.

Toilet Paper Makers’ Message to U.S. Consumers: We’ve Got This

March 20, 2020

Bloomberg

Having seen toilet paper panic buying in Asia as the virus began spreading outside of China, U.S. manufacturers said they ramped up production to avoid being caught flat-footed.

CASE STUDY

Pearhead Integrates EDI and ERP, Gains Visibility Into Orders and Inventory

March 18, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Growing from a single product into a global lifestyle and gift brand, Pearhead needed a system that could access real-time information from its retailer customers.

The Nation Is Shutting Down. For Walmart, It’s Time to Step Up.

March 18, 2020

Bloomberg

With anxious shoppers hoarding everyday goods and non-essential stores shuttered, the coronavirus pandemic presents a never-before-seen crisis for American retailers. Walmart appears better prepared to deal with it than its peers.

Warning Bells Sound for U.S. Economy As Virus Squeezes Ports

March 12, 2020

Bloomberg

While the global economy is reeling from the spreading coronavirus, seaports — which handle a hefty 90% of all world shipping — are a bellwether for trade.

Shipper Conquers Volatility and Cost With Transfix Terminal

March 10, 2020

Transfix

Challenge: Due to market volatility, seasonality and unforeseen delays on the road, a shipper was left with limited and expensive transportation options.

Lawmakers Press Amazon, EBay Executives Over Counterfeit Goods

March 6, 2020

Bloomberg

A bipartisan group of house lawmakers urged Amazon.com and EBay executives to take stronger actions against third-party vendors who sell fake, stolen or unsafe goods on their shopping websites.

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.