Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-10-21
Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-10-21
Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.
Napa Auto Parts revs fulfillment efficiency with automation
Alongside Hy-Tek Intralogistics and Hai Robotics, the retailer aims to maximize warehouse storage density and improve order accuracy.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
US semiconductor supply chain relies on vulnerable, hidden inputs
To guard against disruptions, the Semiconductor Industry Association called for closer government-industry collaboration to address targets for onshoring and stockpiling.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Texas sues Nestlé’s Gerber over alleged heavy metals in baby food
Gerber says it employs “careful ingredient sourcing, supplier requirements, testing and quality controls" to reduce heavy metal levels in its products.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Chocolate maker signs $6.6M sale-leaseback deal for warehouse site
The deal for Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory's Colorado facility, which also houses production operations and the company's headquarters, aims to cut existing debt.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
How Whataburger’s CSCO diversified suppliers to curb inflation — and fought fires along the way
The burger chain has worked to diversify its partner network, as well as tackle the rising cost of beef and diesel fuel.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Bluffworks targets lower fulfillment costs after provider switch
The travel apparel brand’s CEO spoke to Supply Chain Dive on making the switch to Cart.com after invoicing failures from its previous fulfillment partner.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Modelo, Pacifico maker stabilizes beer inventory following undersupply
Constellation Brands had overcorrected supply to match weaker-than-expected consumer demand, particularly among Hispanic consumers.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Why big insurers are investing in shared provider data
Health insurance partnerships and ventures aim to clean up messy provider directories.
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