Crime Alstom’s Quebec plant to close due to theft in Mexico April 5, 2021 Wire theft in Mexico triggers at least 70 layoffs at Quebec factory, more possible
Automotive The chip shortage explained April 2, 2021 Auto industry by some estimates stands to lose US$60 billion in sales during the first half of this year
Capacity Running shoes the latest victims of supply chain trip-ups March 29, 2021 Uptick in outdoor pursuits, an early spring, and supply chain issues are impacting inventory levels, forcing some athletes to look beyond their usual sneakers – or wait weeks for their preferred style or brand
Food Code of practice proposed for grocery supply March 25, 2021 Empire Company Limited and Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada (FHCP) have proposed a Grocery Supply Code of Practice for Canada
Business Operations Covid-19 will force a rethink of Canada’s supply chains March 22, 2021 Manufacturers need to reconsider self-sufficiency
Automotive Chip shortage puts brakes on auto makers March 19, 2021 Ford building F-150s without computers
Charity Canadian retailers can now barter for excess inventory February 17, 2021 Retail Council of Canada has partnered with BarterPay
Inventory Control Temporary layoffs at CAMI plant February 4, 2021 GM's CAMI plant in Ontario will be idle for a week due to a worldwide shortage of computer chips
DC & Warehouse Operations Lightspeed adds inventory control to portfolio January 12, 2021 Lightspeed Supplier Network is launching for bike stores, pet stores, jewelry stores and outdoor sporting goods retailers
Covid-19 ‘Not as easy as it looks’ January 11, 2021 Small businesses share what it takes to move online