Shefali Kapadia, Supply Chain Dive

Shefali Kapadia

Supply Chain Dive

Washington, DC, United States

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Past articles by Shefali:

Maersk to manage Unilever's ocean and air transport via control tower

The goal of the partnership is three-fold: to improve visibility across Unilever's supply chain, to boost efficiency and to cut down on emissions. → Read More

How regulators stepped up to address congested ports and supply chains in 2021

Long lines of waiting ships and stacks of containers at West Coast ports drew attention from the White House. → Read More

Sysco expands private fleet with acquisition of produce distributor

Many shippers have leaned into growing their private fleet operations, largely because of the control it allows over costs and customer service in a volatile environment. → Read More

Workarounds became integral to supply chain management during the pandemic

A series of logistics and supply disruptions in 2021 pushed companies to act creatively under pressure. → Read More

Relief from China tariffs unlikely as phase 1 deadline looms

For supply chains reliant on imports from China, tariffs are at least a medium-term reality, if not a long-term one. → Read More

California to ease weight limits for trucks hauling from congested San Pedro Bay ports

In California, truck weight limits are among the most restrictive in the U.S., which creates what one expert called "a wall of inefficiency." → Read More

After years of 'Made in China,' supply chains consider alternatives

The change in tone from U.S.-based supply chains is not a mass exodus from China. Instead, it's an approach that embraces diversification. → Read More

UPS wades into same-day delivery with Roadie acquisition

The deal puts UPS ahead of FedEx when it comes to same-day delivery, according to one consultant. → Read More

For perishable shippers, final few feet of the last mile can spoil their deliveries

Mountain Dairy, Shatto Milk Company and perishable-goods providers have to innovate to make the final leg of their supply chain work. → Read More

Ida disrupts freight movement after making landfall as Category 4 hurricane

Rescue and relief efforts are underway, but the damage to infrastructure and impact on business could be long term. → Read More

Bed Bath & Beyond taps Ryder in bid to speed replenishment times

The two distribution centers Ryder will operate are strategically located near dense population hubs on the two coasts and will allow inventory to quickly reach store locations. → Read More

Frito-Lay bucks the trend of supply chain simplification

The snack brand is embracing complexity, which demands a supply chain that's primed for efficiency. → Read More

Lead times at record highs and 'still accelerating': ISM

One respondent to ISM's June report said lead times for electronic components went from 16 weeks to more than a year. → Read More

UPS raises large parcel and domestic surcharges in prep for peak

Peak season 2021 is shaping up to look a lot like 2020 — but even more expensive for many shippers. → Read More

US, EU suspend tariffs on $11.5B worth of goods trapped in aircraft dispute

Duties were 15% on aircraft products and 25% on non-aircraft products, including spirits, wine, food products and machinery. → Read More

Congestion, container issues pile up at Yantian and southern China ports

Analysts and container lines warn of two-week delays as ports limit operations due to COVID-19 outbreaks. → Read More

4 types of billion-dollar weather events tested supply chains in 2020

The combination of a record year for natural disasters and the pandemic magnified disruptions to shippers, carriers and everyone in between. → Read More

Industry group warns pallet prices up 400% amid shortage

Demand for pallets stems from retailers and grocers restocking, while pallet manufacturers face supply constraints and rising material costs. → Read More

Suez jam, recalls pile on Peloton's supply chain costs

Expedited shipping allowed Peloton to deliver more products and reduce its inventory backlog, but it chipped away at margins. → Read More

DSV's Agility M&A builds scale, clout in fragmented forwarding market

DSV feeds its appetite for acquisitions with a deal valued at more than $4 billion. → Read More