BirdRock Brands, a leading manufacturer, wholesaler, and retailer of home, office, and outdoor products, has selected TrueCommerce's electronic data interchange (EDI) solution to digitize and optimize its supply chain operations. The implementation of the TrueCommerce EDI solution has resulted in improved operational efficiency, automated order processing, and accelerated

Delays, design flaws, and higher costs in the offshore wind industry are putting climate goals at risk, according to industry experts. The European Union's target to produce 42.5% of energy from renewables by 2030 would require a significant increase in wind energy capacity. However, supply chain disruptions,

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and other Republican candidates in the presidential primary debate called for economic independence from China. However, the two economies remain deeply intertwined and reliant on each other. US officials and CEOs continue to visit China, emphasizing the critical nature of the relationship. While some argue for

4SiGHT Supply Chain Group has achieved Expert Level Certification in Manhattan Associates' Partner Program. This certification acknowledges their high level of expertise in the industry-leading Manhattan Active Warehouse Management solution. As the first and only partner to reach Expert status in the Active Certified Partner Program, 4SiGHT is well-positioned

Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) remains competitive despite plans for a minimum wage increase and slowing economic growth, according to officials. The EEC is a special economic zone along Thailand's east coast. The new government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has campaigned for a gradual

Investment companies linked to major Chinese automakers GAC Group and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group have formed an alliance to strengthen their supply chain for electric vehicle components. This move aims to reduce risks and ensure a steady supply of semiconductors and other core components. The alliance is focused on enhancing

Global supply chain provider TrueCommerce has announced that BirdRock Brands has selected its electronic data interchange (EDI) solution to digitize and optimize its supply chain operations. The implementation of the TrueCommerce EDI solution has resulted in key improvements to BirdRock's everyday operations, including automated order processing and document

Labour's enterprise spokesperson, Ged Nash, has called for greater transparency in business reporting on workers' and human rights in their supply chains. Speaking after a Dáil debate on Labour's Bill, Nash urged the government to ensure robust reporting on labour practices is introduced as soon

U.S. Senators Moran and Bennet have introduced the Butcher Block Act, which aims to boost competition and capacity in the meat processing and rendering industries. The legislation would provide grants and loans to small and mid-sized facilities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Representatives Johnson and Spanberger have

Balfour Beatty, a prominent construction and infrastructure firm, has released its Procurement Strategy for supply chain partners. The strategy highlights the company's commitment to its values of Lean, Expert, Trusted, Safe, and Sustainable. Balfour Beatty works with approximately 6,500 supply chain partners in the UK and processes

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has directed state police to implement new strategies to disrupt the fentanyl supply chain and hold drug sellers accountable. The plans include increasing and reallocating state police staff to local drug enforcement teams and conducting interagency patrols to intercept fentanyl. A pilot project for identifying drug-impaired

California start-up Rubi Labs is partnering with Walmart to explore the integration of Rubi's carbon capture technology in Walmart's sourcing and manufacturing infrastructure. Rubi's technology converts captured carbon emissions from waste streams into textiles. The partnership aims to develop a symbiotic manufacturing process that

New York State has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to facilitate clean energy financing for large-scale renewable projects. The agreement will allow New York to leverage the DOE Loan Programs Office (LPO) to support its goal of obtaining 70% of the state&

The Boeing Company has agreed to pay $8.1 million to settle allegations that it violated the False Claims Act in connection with its contracts with the U.S. Navy to manufacture the V-22 Osprey military aircraft. The government accused Boeing of failing to comply with manufacturing specifications and perform

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Subcommittee Chairs Bill Johnson and Brett Guthrie, have sent a letter to the White House expressing concerns about the potential consequences of proposed EPA regulations on the availability of ethylene oxide (EtO). They cite the FDA's acknowledgement of EtO&

Balfour Beatty, a construction company, has announced its Sustainability Strategy which aims to achieve 2030 targets and 2040 ambitions through collaboration with its supply chain. The company also plans for sustainability to account for a minimum of 10% in its sub-contract tenders by the end of 2022. Balfour Beatty is

COVID-19 has increased disruptions in supply chains, leading to a greater need for resilient and agile supply chain officers. Purdue University's Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business offers highly ranked undergraduate and graduate programs in supply chain management. Their Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management

The U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing to discuss countering China's control of critical mineral supply chains. Chairman Joe Manchin raised concerns about the electric vehicle supply chain and the Administration's loosening of restrictions meant to reduce dependence on China. He

The looming US federal government shutdown could increase the risk of cyberattacks across the nation's software supply chain, experts have warned. The shutdown could result in the furlough of more than 80% of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) workforce, degrading the cybersecurity of critical sectors including