HR & Labor Management

Kraft Heinz to Consolidate Supply Chain, Procurement Functions

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:01:00 -0400

The strategy of combining supply chain and procurement functions is relatively new, but becoming more common.

Oracle Cuts 21,000 Jobs, More to Come From AI

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:48:21 -0400

The announcement reflects a wider trend among tech firms, which are spending hundreds of billions of dollars on building AI infrastructure such as data centers.

How a Poor Hiring Process Leads to High Turnover in Supply Chain

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The companies with the lowest first-year turnover in supply chain are spending more time and discipline on the front end of the hiring process.

The Issues Already Shaping 2028's West Coast Port Labor Talks

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ILWU President Bobby Olvera Jr. argued that the decisions made by waterfront employers will determine whether the parties enter bargaining with momentum or mistrust.

Canada Ditches Supply Chain Human Rights Watchdog

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:31:24 -0400

Prime Minister Mark Carney said the office hadn’t been “effective” since it was set up in 2019.

CSCMP's State of Logistics Report: Get Used to the Fog

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Redesign the operating model, not just the network, the annual report's authors concluded.

Watch: Bridging the Gap Between Tech Implementation and Workforce Adoption

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Tony Wayda, engagement principal with JBF Consulting, talks about the challenges of workforce change management, and ensuring that your business has buy-in when implementing new technology.

Gartner: Gap in SC AI Talent Cannot Be Closed by Hiring Alone

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:55:49 -0400

The demand for supply chain roles requiring AI skills has outpaced overall labor market growth.

Watch: Bringing the Loading Dock Up to Speed

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Alex Allen-Tunsil, chief revenue officer with Slip Robotics, talks about how the loading dock has become one of the biggest technological pain points in modern warehouses.

Ships, Seafarers Stuck in Gulf Face Tough Choices

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:10:27 -0400

Opening the Strait of Hormuz remains Iran’s most valuable bargaining chip; one it seems eager to retain after seeing the drastic effect its closing has had on world trade.

India Condemns U.S. Strikes on Three Ships That Killed Sailors

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Three foreign-flagged vessels carrying Indian crew have recently been attacked by the U.S. Navy.

Watch: Where to Begin (or Continue) Your Firm's Automation Journey

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Dean Starovasnik, senior account executive with Daifuku, tells us what companies need to do to succeed on their automation journey, no matter what stage they're in.

Does a Slowdown of U.S. New Factory Construction Dampen Hopes of Reshoring?

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The momentum toward reshoring has been “clearly fading, with leading indicators pointing to a sharp slowdown in new product activity."

Nissan in Talks to Make Cars by China’s Chery at UK Plant

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Chery’s brands, which include Jaecoo and Omoda, have proved popular with British buyers, taking customers from the likes of Nissan.

Trump Begins Rebuilding His Tariff Wall Citing Forced Labor

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:06:13 -0400

Section 301 tariffs are seen as more legally sound and flexible than other powers Trump has eyed, but also more time-consuming.

Japan’s Takaichi Urges Passage of Vessels in Call With Iran

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:41:49 -0400

Japanese shipowners are typically conservative, and few Japan-linked vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since Tehran effectively closed off the waterway.

Years-Long Tesla Strike in Sweden Downsized by Trade Union

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:00:31 -0400

The walkout has expanded since 2023 through sympathy actions from other Nordic labor groups, affecting areas including vehicle servicing, port handling and logistics.

The Biggest Challenges Facing Logistics Operators This Summer

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This summer, logistics leaders will need to take better advantage of forecasting data and demand planning, to reduce transportation costs wherever possible.

Workforce Orchestration: How Planning and Execution Become One

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

By continuously aligning supply, workforce and financial outcomes, organizations can move beyond reactive adjustments and build operations that adapt in real time.

Cargill Worker Lockout Threatens Beef Supply Chain

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

U.S. beef prices have skyrocketed lately due to low cattle supply, high demand and things like evolving tariffs and disease.

Future-Proofing Parts Distribution

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:24:56 -0400

Learn how scalable robotics and adaptive fulfillment strategies can help operations respond faster to unpredictable demand, maximize storage and throughput, improve workforce engagement, and avoid costly automation mistakes.

Report: U.S. Employers Spending $1.7B Annually to Fight Unions

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The EPI found that companies routinely deploy targeted messaging campaigns and outside legal advisers to discourage workers from supporting union drives.

Supreme Court Rules Brokers Can Be Held Liable for Unsafe Trucking Operators

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:17:32 -0400

Moving forward, the fallout from this ruling could be significant for shippers, operators and brokers alike.

Samsung’s Labor Talks Fail as Strike Looms

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:01:23 -0400

The breakdown came after two days of marathon negotiations mediated by South Korea’s labor authorities.

Watch: Leaning Into Warehouse Automation

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The warehouse model is under intense pressure, and operations need to fundamentally change, says Sarah Hollinger, vice president software implementation with Hy-Tek Intralogistics.

Watch: Manufacturing Is Entering a New Phase

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Sean Stephens, business development exec with Lyngsoe Systems, and Steve Beck, senior sales manager with Zebra Technologies, break down five trends that are disrupting manufacturing and distribution.

Nissan to Slash 900 Jobs in Europe

Wed, 06 May 2026 08:45:58 -0400

The company will look to consolidate lines at a U.K. plant, partially close a Barcelona warehouse, and shift to a distribution model handled by importer partners in Nordic markets.

Gartner: The Truth Behind AI's Role in Job Cuts

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

There is real value in AI, but it is rarely going to be achieved via a reduction in the workforce.

Watch: Change Management: The Silent Enabler of Automation

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Automation projects are often won or lost long before any robots are deployed, with workforce buy-in emerging as a critical factor in long-term success, says Greg Walls, vice president of revenue at Paccurate.

What 700 Supply Chain Leaders Reveal About the Future of Work

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As the workforce becomes scarcer, more valuable and more strategic, organizations must shift from headcount to capability, roles to skills, and static staffing to adaptive deployment.