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Broad Supply Chain Coalition Offers Clarity on New Container Weighing Regulations

Tuesday, December 22, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
The World Shipping Council (WSC), the TT Club, the International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA), and the Global Shippers' Forum (GSF) recently released a new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document to address issues arising from the new container…

New Era of Mega Vessel Calls Will Begin on U.S. West Coast

Wednesday, December 16, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Even an expanded Panama Canal cannot accommodate the massive new ships.

Global Migration Can Make a Positive Impact on Supply Chains

Tuesday, December 15, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
The integration of immigrants in the States – especially when it comes to education, occupational training, and English language ability – remains critical.

Weighing the Risk in the Asia Pacific

Monday, December 7, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
U.S. multinationals engaged in Pacific Rim commerce appear to have a high threshold for risk, notes recent research done by Resilinc.

Chinese Shadow Banking and the Rise of the Bank of Foxconn

Monday, November 30, 2015 · Rosemary Coates
Chinese accounting, and all Chinese business operations for that matter, are different and somewhat immature as compared with practices in the Western world.

Supply Chain Risk Disconnect

Monday, November 30, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Zurich Insurance has just released the findings of two major studies that reveal compelling insights into the supply chain risks facing U.S. businesses today.

Ocean Cargo Carriers Face Rising Costs

Tuesday, November 17, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
The cost of operating cargo ships is forecast to rise over the next two years after falling in 2015, according to the latest Ship Operating Costs Annual Review and Forecast 2015/16 report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

Defining Sustainability

Monday, November 9, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
As our news section story on sustainability opines, research from West Monroe Partners finds that half of North American supply chain executives consider green supply chain a strategic priority. But there's a disconnect: how do these executives define it?

Troubled Ocean Carriers Must Regroup

Thursday, November 5, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
If supply chain managers needed any more proof that ocean container lines are “on the ropes,” the latest move by Maersk demonstrates just how dire their situation has become.

How Resilient Are Emerging Markets?

Tuesday, November 3, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Cuba is one of several hot spots examined by BSR economists and supply chain experts at its annual event.

Chicago Ranks High In Supply Chain Circles

Monday, November 2, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Leading global commercial real estate services firm Colliers International Group Inc. recently issued “From First Mile to Last Mile,” a global logistics report examining the primary factors that will impact the global pattern of warehousing and logistics over the next…

Risk in The Cloud

Monday, October 26, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
A recent report concludes that technology exists today to secure digital access and identity issues and help companies monetize their data assets responsibly.

G7 Declaration on Social Justice Will Enhance Global Supply Chain

Tuesday, October 20, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Late last week in Berlin, the leaders of the G7 issued a ministerial declaration outlining specific actions to promote worker rights and improve working conditions and environmental protections in global supply chains.

Corruption in the Global Supply Chain and “The Fear Factor”

Friday, October 16, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Among the many concerns shared by supply chain managers, corruption remains high when it comes to doing global business.

MIT Starts a New Chapter in Online and Professional Education

Monday, October 12, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
MIT has opened up new pathways to online education and professional master's degrees, with the introduction of a unique online credential called the MicroMaster's credential and a new route to gaining an MIT master's degree.
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