UNITED STATES

Walmart invests $ 14bn in supply chain

Walmart is investing $ 14bn in automation technologies to modernise and increase the capacity of its supply chain . In an earnings call , CFO Brett Briggs said : “ Over the next few years , we ' re going to step up capital investment , primarily in the US , to improve the customer experience , support growth and drive efficiencies .”

An executive order by new US President Joe Biden has been welcomed by the nation ’ s supply chain managers . “ Resilient American supply chains will revitalise and rebuild domestic manufacturing capacity , maintain America ’ s competitive edge in research and development , and create well-paying jobs ,” the order reads . “ They will also support small businesses , promote prosperity , advance the fight against climate change , and encourage economic growth in communities of colour and economically distressed areas .”

IRELAND

BT establishes new procurement division

BT has established a new procurement division , BT Sourced , with headquarters in Dublin . Slated to open in April , BT Sourced will act as a standalone procurement company within the BT Group and is expected to play a major role in BT ’ s transformation .

12 March 2021