Healthcare

A FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION SIGN IN FRONT OF THE FTC BUILDING UNDER TREES.

FTC Examining Shortages of Cancer Treatments and Other Drugs

February 15, 2024

The federal government asked about shortages of generic drugs and whether groups that purchase quantities in bulk are contributing to the problem.

A DHL SUPPLY CHAIN TRUCK SPEEDS ALONG A HIGHWAY TRAVELING UNDER A BRIDGE.

DHL Investing $200M in U.S. Life Sciences and Healthcare Expansion

February 14, 2024

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DHL plans on opening five more warehouse facilities in the U.S. by the end of 2024 to meet its customers' life sciences and healthcare needs.

A TEAM OF THREE DOCTORS PERFORMING HEART SURGERY IN AN EMERGENCY SURGICAL ROOM.

Québec Surgical Equipment Shortage Could Delay Some Heart Surgeries

February 12, 2024

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Dr. Louis Perrault, the president of the Québec Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons, said that the province has established a contingency plan if the situation worsens.

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THINK TANK

Optimizing Healthcare Inventory Management With AI and RFID

February 8, 2024

Jerry Abiog & Ben Kleinman, SCB Contributors

The headlines about shortages and disruptions in healthcare supply chains aren’t going away anytime soon. The industry needs help.

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Healthcare 2024: How AI and Collaboration Will Drive Supply Chain Transformation

February 7, 2024

Kristin Motter, SCB Contributor

The healthcare industry's digital transformation will have a profound impact on the supply chain in 2024. Adoption of modern technologies will lead to increased automation and efficiency.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Optimizing Cold Chain Logistics for Fresh Produce

February 5, 2024

Jonathon Swart, Senior Director of Specialized Services, BlueGrace Logistics

The landscape of produce transportation is evolving, and in the coming years, we can expect a continued commitment to optimizing cold chain logistics.

LAST-MILE DELIVERY

Mastering Parcel Delivery to Drive E-Commerce Profitability in 2024

February 5, 2024

Richard McNish, General Manager, Descartes

Given the starring role that the delivery experience plays in customer satisfaction and brand loyalty, retailers must be prepared in 2024.

SUSTAINABILITY/CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Refocusing on High-Impact Sustainability Wins

February 5, 2024

Kristen Senz, Writer at APQC

Organizations face mounting pressure to ensure the sustainability of not just their operations and supply chains, but also those of their domestic and overseas supply chain partners.

LATIN AMERICA

The Rise of Near-Shoring from China to Mexico: A Strategic Economic Shift

February 5, 2024

Deepak Chhugani, CEO, Nuvocargo

Mexico is emerging as a pivotal player in the near-shoring phenomenon, drawing attention from global investors and companies seeking to relocate from China.

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THINK TANK

Impact of Tariffs on the Supply Chain

January 25, 2024

Sunderesh Heragu, SCB Contributor

The impacts of tariff are both beneficial in the short run but could be counterproductive in the long run.

Healthcare

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the healthcare industry. Learn how healthcare 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.