Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-09-24
Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-09-24
Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.
Shippers’ coalition advances Class 8 electric battery truck adoption
Companies such as Microsoft and PepsiCo are aggregating demand to access sustainable transportation more affordably, recently placing an order for 2,500 trucks.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Old Dominion announces 4.9% general rate increase
The increase, which applies to a selection of services, is effective Oct. 5.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Amazon debuts direct rail service for Los Angeles-to-East Coast shipments
Standard Ocean Express moves inventory cross-country faster than other options, the company said.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Plastics get pulled into tariff turmoil
“Depending on the size of the converter and your influence over the supply chain, there’s probably a lot of confusion,” said a Rabobank packaging and logistics analyst.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Ocean Spray names chief supply chain officer
Brad Hartzell wades into the role leading operations for the company behind Craisins with 25 years of experience.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
AI is no magic bullet for healthcare, leaders say
Executives at Modern Healthcare’s Leadership Summit discussed how technology and alternative payment models can address some of the industry's issues.
Payers, providers see growth opportunities in senior living
Healthcare companies are partnering with senior living operators to keep older adults healthy and out of the hospital.
AI Tracker: Aidoc receives another FDA breakthrough designation
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