Our food pantries need an update. Here's how we can modernize them
While nonprofit Forks for Families was a success, it was also a learning experience — one that offers a playbook for how other food assistance programs can update their distribution systems and make their meals more accessible to today’s working families.
Cracks in the supply chain are starting to reappear and rural Arizona is especially at risk
An ASU supply chain expert says cracks are more likely to show up in items such as fresh produce and meat that are perishable and need handling by workers, who may call in sick. So, it's no surprise perishable produce is going to waste.
How post-Thanksgiving sales impacted Arizona's economy
Often, people use Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday to get their holiday shopping done in one fell swoop. But shopping habits have changed over the years due to online shopping and now the pandemic.
Autonomous semis driving through Phoenix-area as truck driver shortage looms
Truck driver shortages leading to supply chain issues are a concern in the holiday season, and the solution sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie.
Unlike last year, holiday shipping’s running pretty smoothly — at least, so far
If you still have holiday gifts to ship, you're almost out of time. According to the U.S. Postal Service, if you want any first-class packages to arrive by Dec. 25, you need to get them in the mail by this week.
Why is there still a need for physical bank branches?
A lot of financial transactions can now be done online — from depositing checks, transferring cash, and paying bills — but brick-and-mortar locations are still necessary. Learn why.
Supply chain challenge: Shortages, shipping woes, staffing issues could dim holiday shopping season
Valley companies have been dealing with a low inventory of parts and raw materials, late shipments, and cost increases from sellers. All of this affects Christmas shopping.
Experts: Consumers should be patient over supply issues
According to an Arizona State University supply chain expert, some manufacturers have reduced the size of products rather than increased the price.
Social Security recipients check to increase; local economist says it's not enough
In January, the majority of people receiving social security benefits will see a 5.9% increase in their checks. It was increased for a cost of living adjustment, but some, like Supply Chain Management Professor of Practice Hitendra Chaturvedi, think it should be more.
2021 holiday budgets by city
Besides bringing good cheer, the holidays also can invite seasonal stress, a primary source of which is our addiction to spending. Professor of Practice Hitendra Chaturvedi shares his tips on avoiding holiday overspending, with a supply chain twist and four things shoppers should know.