Case Studies

The United States recently lifted decades-long restrictions on trade with Cuba. FedEx now plans to open air cargo services to and from the country to expand its global distribution reach. FedEx is the first American air cargo company to submit such an application to the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). Take a look at […]

For over two years, Amazon has operated its Prime Pantry service, through which it delivers non-perishable grocery items to customers’ homes. Now the company aims to implement a new program that delivers all grocery items, even those that need refrigeration. Take a look at this new program, called AmazonFresh, and learn how Amazon continues to

Forced labor is a serious problem around the world, but many companies have begun to stand up for human rights by boycotting all forced labor goods. KitKat recently announced its participation in ethical procurement. Take a look at how this chocolate brand is getting involved.

Online grocery shopping presents clear challenges to retailers. One of the biggest is that keeping grocery items cold during shipping isn’t easy. Walmart decided to combine a store pickup program with online grocery ordering to combat the need for refrigerated delivery trucks. Take a look at how Walmart has made its online grocery shopping and

Papa John’s has more than 3,000 franchise locations across the globe. A strong supply chain has been key to the company’s success, but the company has also had its share of struggles. Take a look at how Papa John’s overcame inventory control issues, increased the productivity of its supply chain, and reduced freight spend by

Working in a warehouse can be dangerous and difficult. That’s why Crown Equipment Corporation designed a forklift with more ergonomic features to prevent injuries for warehouse workers. The company has received awards for its design. Take a look at the new Crown SC 6000 series forklift, and read what businesses are saying about this innovative

The Kraft Heinz Company eliminated all artificial flavors and preservatives from its macaroni and cheese products in December 2015. Then the company proceeded to sell its products to consumers without announcing the change. Surprisingly, consumers didn’t notice, and Kraft succeeded in performing the largest blind taste test ever. Take a look at what happened and

One of the biggest reasons more farmers do not grow food organically is that they don’t have the resources to implement organic practices. Costco knows that its customers want organic food, so the company has developed a program to help its suppliers buy equipment and land to organically grow food. Costco aims to keep customers

For over 50 years, Lego has been selling building blocks made from oil-based plastic. The company recently decided to research green materials that could be used to build the bricks instead. By 2030, the Danish toy company aims to eliminate oil-based plastic from its production line.

In 2011, automakers in Japan faced months of production setbacks due to a massive earthquake. When it happened again in April 2016, Toyota was better prepared and is already bouncing back. The company is still losing money because of the quake, but losses aren’t as bad as they were in 2011. Take a look at

Whole Foods Market is committed to providing customers with healthy and organic food options. Now, Whole Foods is adding sustainability to its mission by adding solar panels to 100 store locations. Take a look at what Whole Foods wants to accomplish with this initiative and what other businesses can learn from it.

In September 2015 the news broke that Volkswagen was cheating on emissions tests for diesel engines by writing faulty software code. VW is now facing major backlash. Take a closer look at the consequence of VW’s compliance scandal.

At some point, virtually every successful company needs to make changes to its infrastructure in order to expand. In 2015 DHL projected significant growth and decided to invest in an updated online platform for customers to track packages. The investment did not have the expected outcome, though. Take a look at what businesses can learn

Several fast food chains are reconsidering their animal welfare programs because consumers are starting to show that they care about this issue. Wendy’s is the most recent company to make changes to its supply chain in order to improve the treatment of animals. The fast food company just announced it will only use eggs from

After years of political unrest, peace is on the horizon for Colombia. The nation’s leaders are now looking for ways to boost its economy. That’s why Colombia is considering broader world trade participation. The country has been talking to the United States about a mutually beneficial agreement. With 48 million citizens, Colombia has significant potential

Ford might not have been the first automaker to test autonomous cars on the road, but the company is making major strides now. The automaker plans to add 20 more Ford Fusion Hybrid cars to its autonomous fleet in 2016, which would triple the number of cars currently being tested on the road. Ford has

Many businesses have come to realize the benefits of lowering their carbon emissions. Not only is this practice good for the environment, but many companies also see increased profits as a result of their efforts. Ocean Spray Cranberries, for instance, cut delivery-related emissions by 20 percent and costs by 40 percent. Take a look at

Food delivery is a fast-growing industry that capitalizes on the convenience of ordering a meal on a phone or laptop and having it transported in under an hour. One of the top companies in this industry is Postmates, a third-party delivery service that partners with food chains to get customers their food quickly. Postmates has

The container ship industry has experienced significant change recently. An influx of new ships that boast more container capacity and cheaper fuel costs have caused shipping prices to drop and ocean liners to collect lower profits. However, many container ship and port terminal companies see this as an opportunity to expand business. A.P. Moller-Maersk is

In 2012, Hostess filed for bankruptcy. At that time, the company announced that it would no longer manufacture Twinkies or many of the brand’s other goodies. This caused an uproar, and the little spongy cakes started flying off the shelves. Hostess has since completed major rebranding and is finally making a comeback. This article is

As one of the largest sportswear brands in the world, Adidas needs to stay ahead of trends to maintain its position in the market. That’s why the company focuses on leaner and faster manufacturing processes. Adidas recently decided to take its manufacturing processes to an entirely new level.

C.H. Robinson is a third-party logistics provider and freight brokerage business. The company provides transportation services to customers both large and small. Recently C.H. Robinson announced an innovative transportation management system (TMS) to help its customers with booking, tracking, and reporting for their shipping needs.

Since 2007, PepsiCo has taken a proactive stance on environmental and sustainable practices. The company has significantly reduced waste and water use in its manufacturing and distribution processes. Additionally, PepsiCo has worked with its suppliers to promote sustainable agriculture. As a result, PepsiCo has seen increased profits and improved customer satisfaction.

Xerox is the leading provider of both printing products and printing services to corporate and individual customers around the world. The company is also recognized as one of the top employers in the U.S. and Canada. However, it has faced its fair share of challenges. Xerox must constantly make changes to keep up with technology

H&M is one of the largest fashion retail companies in the world. Despite years of supply chain challenges, the company has remained profitable and popular. H&M has done this by strengthening its brand against growing concerns for the environment and human rights during manufacturing. Read on to learn more about H&M’s supply chain policies and

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Amazon is a master at adapting. That’s why the company has been so successful in the ecommerce industry. Amazon frequently assesses its customers’ needs and then implements solutions before competitors even see a new trend, as evident with the introduction of Amazon Prime and a push for Sunday delivery. Now Amazon Prime is trying a new