Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-08-21
Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-08-21
Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.
Kimberly-Clark tests new fiber for sourcing resiliency, sustainability
The CPG maker is building a pilot facility in Yuma, Arizona, to advance the effort as it aims to reduce natural forest fiber cost volatility.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
US calls for EU to deliver on trade concessions on sustainability laws
The United States ambassador to the European Union said the bloc has not fully addressed U.S. concerns stemming from a trade framework agreement reached last summer.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Culver’s taps Armada to revamp supply chain, targets expansion
The restaurant chain is pooling slower-moving inventory to up transportation efficiency as its growth plan advances.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Amazon, fulfillment tech company AutoStore ink global supply deal
The agreement, which doesn't include any purchase commitments, adds to the e-commerce giant's efforts to boost its automation.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Caterpillar bags $392M tariff refund as duty costs shrink
Excluding the refund, the heavy-equipment maker incurred $400 million in tariff expenses in the quarter that ended June 30.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Insurers defend ‘no claims’ members as feds cut exchange rolls
Health insurers say the federal anti-fraud push is cutting membership, reducing premium revenue and leaving behind a sicker risk pool.
Oracle Health’s Seema Verma on rebuilding its EHR for the AI era
Seema Verma, executive vice president and general manager of Oracle Health and Life Sciences, said the company plans to add tools for prior authorization.
Employers to face 9.5% rise in healthcare costs in 2027: Aon
A larger patient population, chronic conditions and costlier claims are contributing to higher employer benefit expenses.
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