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‘Purple People’ and the evolution of supply chain talent

Friday, May 17, 2024 · Sasha Koff AI’s emergence and evolution is reshaping supply chain management. By embracing interdisciplinary approaches, aligning talent with technology, and acknowledging the benefits and potential challenges of technology deployments, companies can unlock new levels of efficiency and…

Supply chain salaries top $100K for first time

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 · Brian Straight Supply chain professional compensation has reached a record $103,000 according to new data from the Association for Supply Chain Management.

Supply chain’s rise in prominence brings regulatory compliance into focus

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 · Brian Straight Whether it is financial, ESG, or ethical sourcing and forced labor rules, supply chains are dealing with a complex maze of global regulations.

Inflation continues to have a wide-ranging impact on supply chains

Monday, May 13, 2024 · Brian Straight Inflation continues to impact various areas of supply chains, which are still dealing with ongoing disruptions, a Blue Yonder executive survey has found.

A reshoring history lesson

Friday, May 10, 2024 · Brian Straight The reshoring trend is rapidly accelerating, but it is not new. Reshoring Institute Executive Director Rosemary Coates provided a history lesson on reshoring at the recent ISM World conference.

Strategic cost savings differ from cutting costs

Thursday, May 9, 2024 · Brian Straight When the term cost control gets tossed around, it often means layoffs. But a strategic approach to controlling costs is more effective and can often strengthen organizations, argues Boston Consulting Group’s Laura Juliano.

Planning fatigue may be settling in

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 · Brian Straight Supply chain disruption scenario planning continues to remain robust, but there is some fatigue settling in as fewer organizations are making it a priority.

Inflation, economic worries among top supply chain concerns for SMBs

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 · Brian Straight SMBs have many of the same concerns as larger enterprises, but inflation is at the of their supply chain concerns list.

Attacking stubborn COGS inflation with Digital Design-and-Source-to-Value

Monday, May 6, 2024 · Steven DuBuc, Adam Fless, Ted Brennan, Amit Kohli and Nikhil Nayak By fostering innovation and diversity within the supplier network, companies can facilitate a dynamic exchange of ideas to stay ahead of industry advancements.

Despite American political environment, global geopolitical risks may be easing

Friday, May 3, 2024 · Brian Straight Geopolitical risk advisor Ian Bremmer says that despite the current global political environment, most countries are recognizing the importance of a global supply chain.

Joseph Esteves named CEO of SGS Maine Pointe

Thursday, May 2, 2024 · Brian Straight SGS Maine Pointe has named Joseph Esteves CEO following a successful tenure as senior managing director and global head of private equity at consultancy.

Employees, employers hold divergent views on upskilling the workforce

Thursday, May 2, 2024 · Brian Straight A survey from talent solutions provider LHH finds that 64% of workers believe companies should upskill and train their current employees before hiring external employees.

World Trade Centers offers a helping hand to create resilient, interconnected supply chains

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 · Brian Straight Building resilient supply chains requires trust, and the World Trade Centers is helping foster that with locations around the globe, connecting companies with local resources.

6 Questions With … Sandeep Bhide

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 · Brian Straight Global companies are increasingly dealing with a maze of anti-corruption laws. Process Unity’s Sandeep Bhide sits for 6 Questions With … to discuss their impact and how businesses can respond.

MIT CTL offering humanitarian logistics course

Monday, April 29, 2024 · Brian Straight MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics is offering a 9-week course on humanitarian logistics.