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New life for Detroit?

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
The Detroit Regional Chamber and Michigan State University have unveiled a strategic plan to build the region into a global supply chain hub

ISM Non-Manufacturing Index is up slightly in July

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 · Jeff Berman
While various economic indices are showing signs of a declining economy, the Institute of Supply Management’s Non-Manufacturing Report on Business for July shows an economy that is still growing.

Global Trade Flow Index indicates a slight uptick in growth

Tuesday, August 3, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
Capegemini Consulting tracks trade by quarter based on the latest available official data from national agencies of the 23 top countries in the global trade arena

ISM manufacturing index shows growth but warning signs persist

Monday, August 2, 2010 · Jeff Berman
The Institute of Supply Management reported today manufacturing activity in July was basically flat compared to June.

Leveraging Your Supply Base

Monday, August 2, 2010 · Robert A Rudzki
Leading companies often take advantage of a powerful source of competitive advantage: preferred relationships with their suppliers

New Supply Chain Talent Academic Initiative gets underway

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
A critical need for skills-savvy supply chain professionals is fueling a coordinated effort to increase the depth of talent and promote an abundance of career paths

The Impact of Education on Earnings Power

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 · Bridget McCrea
In the supply chain field, there’s always been a close correlation between education level and earnings power. In today’s complex global environment, that link is stronger than ever.

Recovery may not be what it seems

Tuesday, July 27, 2010 · Rosalyn Wilson
The signs in the transportation sector seem to be trending in the right direction, but growth is slow and volatile.

Business leaders give advice on doubling exports

Tuesday, July 27, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), the Coalition of Service Industries (CSI) and the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) put forth a comprehensive approach today to double U.S. exports in five years – a key goal of President Obama’s.

New survey points to need for C-level supply chain executives

Monday, July 26, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
Companies are now more likely to have executive-level supply chain leaders, according to a recent Tompkins Supply Chain Consortium survey of leading retail and manufacturing companies.

Beyond the Daily Firefighting

Friday, July 23, 2010 · Robert A Rudzki
One of the many challenges of a supply chain leader is to ensure that strategic priorities and initiatives are accomplished while the important tactical and operational urgencies are addressed on a daily basis.

New study says SMEs are shifting supply chain strategies

Thursday, July 22, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
One of the key results of a study done by Global consultancy IDC Manufacturing Insights is that manufacturers, while pressured to reduce costs, have pulled back on the prevalence of low-cost country sourcing.

Grant Thornton’s Supply Chain Advisory Practice acquired by KPMG

Wednesday, July 21, 2010 · Jeff Berman
KPMG officials said bringing Grant Thornton’s supply chain practice into the fold strengthens KPMG's existing restructuring services practice in the automotive, pharmaceuticals, aerospace and defense and other manufacturing.

Supply Chain Management: Analysts see shift in procurement strategies

Monday, July 19, 2010 · Patrick Burnson
A.T. Kearney recently released the results of a global study, which suggests that indirect procurement categories like IT, marketing and advertising, facilities management, MRO, Logistics and professional services, have become increasingly important to Chief Procurement…

Green logistics: UPS expands Carbon Neutral shipping program

Monday, July 19, 2010 · Jeff Berman
As a follow-up to a sustainability push launched last October, UPS recently announced it is expanding its Carbon Neutral shipping program to 35 countries and territories throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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