Monday, June 19, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
In an effort to further promote the advantages of a career in supply chain management, APICs has boldly announced the launch of a new expanded Supply Chain STEM Educational Outreach Program aimed at K-12 students.
Friday, June 16, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
The global forecast for 3PLs this year, as composed by the consultancy, Armstrong & Associates is “lukewarm,” says the chairman Richard Armstrong.
Friday, June 16, 2017 · Haydon Keitner
People who are responsible for managing their company's vendor, supplier and service provider relationships should routinely review their company's commercial contracts.
Thursday, June 15, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
More evidence of the digitialization of the ocean cargo supply chain surfaced recently with the release of research compiled by Descartes Datamyne.
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
The “skills gap,” which has been heightened by changes to the H1-B Visa program, is driving manufacturers to look overseas for tech support.
Monday, June 12, 2017 · Michael Gravier
It's tempting as a supply chain manager to buy into the “on-demand” economy with dynamic warehousing or freight services, paying only for the capacity that you use, and only when you need it. But there are hidden dangers.
Monday, June 12, 2017 · Melissa Botero and Fabian Brenninkmeijer
Supply chain professionals are often confronted with the challenge of managing highly volatile customer shipments resulting from the bullwhip effect. This volatility leads to supply chain-wide inefficiencies, high operational complexity, low service levels and substantial costs.
Monday, June 12, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
One of the most positive developments so far this year in the global supply chain sector has been the rebound in the fortunes of air cargo.
Thursday, June 8, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Maersk Line has introduced a new service for supply chain managers seeking to finance their global trade while optimizing carrier service.
Wednesday, June 7, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
This announcement follows Scout's release of Harvard Business Review Analytic Services procurement industry research, which explores the critical roles that sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management play in enterprise success.
Monday, June 5, 2017 · Jeff Berman
The index ISM uses to measure non-manufacturing growth—known as the NMI—was 56.9 in May, down 0.6% from April's 57.5, which was its highest level since February 2015, while still growing for the 89th consecutive month. The May NMI is 1% higher than the 12-month…
Monday, June 5, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
From automation to mechanization, the supply chain profession is now at the forefront of the high-tech, big-data movement.
Monday, June 5, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Arviem AG, based in Zürich, Switzerland, recently announced the launch of real-time carbon footprint monitoring in the logistics chain to support sustainability initiatives of clients.
Friday, June 2, 2017 · Jeff Berman
The May PMI, the index used by the ISM to measure growth, was up 0.1% to 54.9 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), with the PMI now having grown for nine consecutive months.
Thursday, June 1, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Surveys undertaken by global research firms often reveal a “disconnect” between what respondents say they'll do and how they actually behave. A recent example of this was revealed when Gartner researchers asked Asia/Pacific CEOs about their spend on technology.
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