Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-10-24
Supply Chain Pulse — 2026-10-24
Here are today's top healthcare supply chain stories.
Trump tweaks Canada tariffs, removing certain goods while adding others
Plywood and certain packaging materials are among the products that will no longer face the 50% tariff, effective Oct. 30.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
DHL boosts US-Asia cold chain connectivity for healthcare shippers
For temperature-sensitive goods, DHL Global Forwarding has added air freight corridors connecting Cincinnati with key hubs in Asia.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Levi’s distribution network transition saga continues to drag
Due to a facility fire during Q3 and the complexity of its SKU mix, the retailer doesn't expect to see benefits from its overhaul until 2027.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Trump eschews tariffs for trade talks on wind turbine imports
Following a Section 232 probe, the president tasked cabinet officials to engage in negotiations and report on their progress within 180 days.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Medtech execs share secrets to building resilient supply chains
At AdvaMed’s The MedTech Conference, company executives said they’re bracing for disruption by investing in inventory, scenario planning and their relationships with chip suppliers.
Source: Supply Chain Dive - Healthcare
Optum Rx, Express Scripts, CVS Caremark face House probe
Independent pharmacies allege audits intensified after they backed recent pharmacy benefit manager legislation.
CMS proposes tightening exchange subsidy verifications
The draft regulation would implement key provisions from President Donald Trump's tax law.
Johns Hopkins president to retire next year
Johns Hopkins will conduct a national search for Sowers' successor.
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