Tuesday, March 7, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Two blue chip players in today's global supply chain marketplace announced that they plan to introduce a “transformational” service designed to expedite ocean cargo shipping and mitigate risk.
Monday, March 6, 2017 · Bridget McCrea
Unlocking the hidden financial value in a global supply chain isn't always easy, but the opportunity exists for companies that want to work together for the greater good.
Monday, March 6, 2017 · John D. Schulz
While LTL executives are bullish on the new administration's “America First” emphasis, shippers should expect rate increases in the 3% range amid a “rational” pricing landscape.
Monday, March 6, 2017 · Frank Quinn
On our 20th anniversary, SCMR asked founding editor Frank Quinn and four industry experts to weigh in on the future of supply chain management.
Monday, March 6, 2017 · Robert J. Trent
The world of supply chain management is exciting, challenging and rapidly changing. According to supply chain managers and executive leaders at a Fortune 50 company, these five trends are affecting the design and management of supply chains.
Monday, March 6, 2017 · Rosemary Coates
China is a Communist nation ruled by a central government and a President. Hong Kong is a limited democracy and although Hong Kong recognizes the President of China as head of state, Hong Kong is managed by a Chief Executive.
Friday, March 3, 2017 · Mark Barratt and Simon Eagle
Zara has earned high marks for its agile supply chain. Despite its success, manufacturers heavily invested in Lean believe that the retailer's approach could never work for them. What are the misconceptions about agility and how can they be overcome?
Friday, March 3, 2017 · Robert C. Lieb
The 3PL faces unprecedented challenges from e-commerce, Amazon and new technologies. But opportunities abound for those 3PLs that turn them into a competitive advantage.
Friday, March 3, 2017 · Jeff Berman
The index ISM uses to measure non-manufacturing growth—known as the NMI—was 57.6 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth) in February, which was up 1.1 percent over January and is the highest NMI going back to October 2015.
Friday, March 3, 2017 · Tan Miller and Matthew J. Liberatore
All too often considerable managerial resources are directed toward planning activities and processes with little in the way of tangible results. That's because their supply chain strategy is not aligned with the business strategy.
Friday, March 3, 2017 · Bob Trebilcock
Twenty years after the premier issue, our goal remains the same: To present thought leadership around best practices in supply chain fundamentals, publish case study examples of what leading companies are doing in their supply chains and keep our finger on the pulse of…
Thursday, March 2, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Two new technological developments in Pacific Rim ocean cargo shipping took place last month that could redefine terminal and carrier strategies for the long term.
Thursday, March 2, 2017 · SCMR Staff
The traditional supply chain model does not have the flexibility to adapt when constrained capacity, fluctuating demand, and political trade uncertainties affect the market. In this webinar we'll explore a more modern approach to supply chain that moves away from a…
Thursday, March 2, 2017 · Roberto Perez-Franco
Technology promises to revolutionize the way supply chains are managed. However, in-depth knowledge and creative problem solving can enable significant supply chain innovations without the need for new technology
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