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.

Will Lab-Grown Cat Treats Change the World?
Because, Animals is a startup company debuting its new lab-grown mouse meat. Read more…

Ford’s Build-to-Order Strategy
In the US, customers have traditionally gone to the Ford dealership, and selected an automobile from the lot. Read more…

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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.

Tyson Foods Expands Capacity in Virginia
The production facility’s location decision is heralded as a win-win for Tyson Foods and Danville, Virginia. Read more…

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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.

Why Murata’s Plant Closure Did Not Disrupt Supply Chains
Supply chain disruptions of even a few days can lead to shortages if companies run too lean. Read more…

UPS Adds Drone Deliveries of COVID-19 Vaccines
UPS launched its Flight Forward subsidiary in 2019 focusing on healthcare deliveries by drones.

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.

Managing Demand for Hand Sanitizer and Masks
To unclog retail shelves and warehouses of excess hand sanitizer, retailers are discounting products or offloading them to auction sites. Read more…

TikTok Slows Down Starbucks
TikTok has inspired a variety of customized drinks at Starbucks, especially when those drinks go viral.