Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.
Building Back Better in Joplin
Ten years ago, one of the worst tornadoes tore through Joplin, Missouri. Read more…
Power Crunch in China Affects Apple, Tesla, and More
Chinese factories for Apple and Tesla had to suspend operations for several days in 2021. Read more…
Dollar Store to Pass […]
Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.
Miniaturization of Warehouses for Retail Giants
Rick Cohen’s ability to spot inefficiencies led him to develop technological solutions for the family business. Read more…
Lab-Grown Coffee as a Sustainable Solution
“Faux joe” is brewing in Finland as researchers taste their first cups of coffee made from lab-grown cells.
Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.
Christmas Trees in 2021: Sold Out!
Even Christmas trees weren’t spared by the supply chain disruptions of 2021. Read more…
The Childcare Crisis: An Operations Challenge
Finding quality, affordable child care has long been a nightmare for parents. Read more…
Are We Ready for the Four-Day Workweek?
For decades, the […]
Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.
Amazon Department Stores: A Data Bonanza
Amazon plans to extend its reach further by opening its own small format department stores in big cities. Read more…
Why Costco Set Buying Limits on Consumables
Delivery delays due to shortages of trucks, drivers, and shipping containers are pushing Costco to come up with multiple […]