Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-06-09
Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-06-09
Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.
ArcBest, ABF Freight announce 5.9% rate increase
The atypical Q2 announcement goes into effect later this month amid heavier freight mixes gaining traction.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
International Paper taps CPKC for rail needs at Mississippi facility
The paper and pulp company's upcoming packaging site will be able to use the railroad's single-line network to strengthen its supply chain.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Why Nespresso diversified its delivery provider mix
The espresso and coffee company is tapping carriers like Jitsu in a bid to boost the end customer experience.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Dollar General’s fast delivery offering helps lift sales
About half of the retailer's sub-hour orders were delivered in under 30 minutes in Q1, CEO Todd Vasos said.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
DOJ appeal throws fresh uncertainty into tariff refund process
“The endgame is clear: the government is trying to keep as much of the remaining money as possible,” said Reed Smith attorney Michael Lowell.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Children’s hospitals ‘playing a long game’ as Medicaid cuts loom
Medicaid work requirements are a "distraction from providing the actual care for these patients," said Children's Hospital Association President Dr. Paul Haut.
Providers are leaning into AI to control surgical supply spending
AI has emerged as a use case for health systems looking to decrease waste and curb surgical supply spending.
Register for Modern Healthcare’s Leadership Summit in September
Modern Healthcare’s Leadership Summit, scheduled for Sept. 22 in Washington, D.C., will bring together the industry's major decison-makers.
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