Thursday, July 21, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
CombineNet, Inc., has introduced its Sourcing Health Check, a free diagnostic program designed to identify additional savings and value creation opportunities in supplier sourcing activities.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011 · Marisa Brown, Director, Knowledge Center, APQC
Minimizing inventory investment and carrying costs while maintaining high service levels can be a tough balancing act. But best-practice companies have shown that it can be done - profitably.
Monday, July 18, 2011 · Mi Nguyen
Rising labor costs in China have forced apparel retailers to consider relocating at least some of their production to countries with a lower wage structure, and Vietnam has proved to be one of the top choices.
Sunday, July 17, 2011 · Robert A Rudzki
A recent trip with the family to our favorite Chinese restaurant yielded this timely “fortune cookie message” on the same theme – Many a False Step is Made by Standing Still.
Friday, July 15, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
While ocean logistics in Vietnam has been improving significantly, companies that import large volumes using air freight face more challenges.
Thursday, July 14, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
While some multinationals are reluctant to relocate production to Vietnam, management’s active involvement and constant drive for quality improvement is the key to successful offshore sourcing there.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
Rising labor costs in China have forced apparel retailers to consider relocating at least some of their production to countries with a lower wage structure, and Vietnam has proved to be one of the top choices
Tuesday, July 12, 2011 · Bob Trebilcock
The industry posted a 10 percent increase over 2009 and about $4.6 billion in revenue for SCM applications, not counting procurement.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
Worldwide software as a service (SaaS) revenue is forecast to reach $12.1 billion in 2011, a 20.7 percent increase from 2010 revenue of $10 billion, according to Gartner, Inc.
Monday, July 11, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
U.S. exports supported an estimated 9.2 million jobs in 2010, up from 8.7 million in 2009, according to a report issued today by the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration.
Monday, July 11, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
A recent study conducted by Ariba reveals there may be broad agreement among supply chain executives about the industry’s fortunes over the next decade
Wednesday, July 6, 2011 · Frank Quinn
We just got word of the passing of Donald J. Bowersox. To say that Don was one of the founders of the modern supply chain movement is no exaggeration. His record of accomplishments speaks for itself.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
Since its inception the program has been well received by students and corporate supporters like Dell, Eaton, Electrolux, Ariba, IBM, Raytheon, Tyco, United Technologies, and others.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
Brad Householder, director of PRTM’s supply chain practice, said that a recent study suggests that the supply chain “risk/reward” component should not change in an era of heightened volatilit
Tuesday, July 5, 2011 · Patrick Burnson
High volatility, massive swings in customer demand, and challenges in ensuring sufficient supply are the current reality for global supply chain executive
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