Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

MOST-READ ARTICLES OF 2022

Get Ready for the Next Phase of ESG: Mandatory Corporate Due Diligence

May 17, 2022

Large corporations face a whole new world of demands affecting their public-facing supply chain strategies, backed by potentially powerful and wide-ranging legislation that takes aim at due diligence.

Port Automation Is Hot-Button Issue in West Coast Labor Talks

May 13, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

While all parties have expressed confidence that an agreement will be reached between dockworkers and employers without disruption, they conceded there will be “difficult” issues. Among these are certain to be the wrangle over automation.

Fate of U.S. Chipmaking Looks More Like Fantasy

May 11, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

A talent shortage and other factors make reshoring of American chip manufacturing unlikely, at best.

Multigenerational Labor Gap Calls for Creative Solutions, Report Says

May 4, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

In order to fill the labor force gap, it's important to understand who's missing.

It’s a Generational Thing: Attracting Workers to Staff the Supply Chain

April 27, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

New generations of warehouse workers are not motivated purely by wages.

Footwear Nearshoring Is 'Unrealistic,' Trade Group Chief Says

April 7, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Despite supply chain pressures in Asia, it’s unlikely that American footwear brands will follow the example of New Balance and pursue U.S. manufacturing, says Matt Priest, CEO and president of Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA).

'A Long Road': Bonnie Fetch's Path to Supply Chain VP, and Plea for 'Nontraditional' Hiring

April 5, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

Cummins Inc.’s new vice president of global supply chain — who describes her career path as “eclectic” — says she hopes to inspire other women. Here’s what she has to say about industry disruption, working on her terms, and pivoting from restaurateur to supply chain executive.

Online Shoppers Want Predictability More Than Speed, UPS Capital Says

April 4, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

New research shows shoppers are looking for a more customized delivery experience.

How One 3PL Is Taking On Higher Fuel Costs

March 30, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

At more than $5 per gallon, diesel fuel has surpassed even the historic peak of $4.70 in July 2008.

What Does Russia's War Mean for Supply Chain Globalization?

March 24, 2022

Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor

The last global shock drove businesses everywhere to rethink supply chain risk and resilience, but many have yet to take action. This time, it may be different.