Supply Chain Management

Park-Ohio Holdings Corp. (PKOH) appointed Andrew C. Clarke, former CFO of C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW), to its Board of Directors as an independent director, effective September 30, 2025. Clarke’s logistics and financial background, coupled with his board experience, will be a significant asset. ParkOhio’s Chairman cites Clarke’s experience in driving shareholder value. ParkOhio, a diversified international company, aims to optimize supply chain solutions with this addition. Clarke currently serves on the board of LKQ Corporation (LKQ).

JD.com, the only Chinese retailer, impressively climbed to #22 in Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25, a testament to its advanced supply chain. This success is driven by substantial investments in technology, including its AI model for forecasting and extensive automation, within its over 40 smart warehouses. Its focus on AI-powered robotics and autonomous vehicles has optimized operations, leading to a rapid inventory turnover rate.