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Tuesday, April 1, 2025 · Ruth Beadle, head of global supply, Sanofi
The future of supply chain management involves harnessing the power of AI and it is necessary for industry leaders to embrace this technology, address implementation challenges, and contribute to creating a more resilient, efficient, and adaptive global supply chain ecosystem.
The future of e-commerce logistics hinges on balancing speed and cost. As consumers prioritize affordability, now is the time for retailers and carriers to reassess their logistics strategies, identifying opportunities to optimize fulfillment strategies, cut unnecessary…
For companies looking to locate manufacturing, local prevailing wages, unemployment rate, and available workforce serve as a starting point. The Reshoring Institute’s Minimum Wage Study offers a starting guide.
Friday, March 14, 2025 · Alexander Miltenburg, business advisor at Oliver Wight Americas
Adopting an integrated approach to inventory management not only mitigates risks but also fuels long-term business success, says Oliver Wight Americas’ Business Advisor Alexander Miltenburg.
Thursday, March 13, 2025 · Rishabh Gupta, Vipul Garg, and Ila Manuj
A best-practice drone framework that has been successfully implemented in the healthcare supply chain shows the viability of drone delivery in other supply chains.
The pharmaceutical industry faces significantly longer lead times than other industries, and time delays can seriously impact the health outcomes of countless individuals. Recognizing the potential risks this poses, one industry giant sought to improve on-time delivery through…
PwC operations transformation partner Carla DeSantis says tariff mitigation should be only one data point in a supply chain optimization plan, which should be centered around holistic thinking.
Trump’s aggressive tariffs and the ongoing possibility of even greater tariffs mark a pivotal moment for global trade. While the challenges created by tariffs are significant, they also open the door to innovation and growth.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 · John Vogt Ph.D., and Jonathan Davis Ph.D.
Global trade is enhanced by the correct use of International Commercial Terms, or Incoterms, which define which of the seller and buyer does which portion of the logistics chain. But, choosing the wrong one adds cost, complexity, delays, and increases risk exposure in moving…
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 · Robert J. Delaney, MS, and Amanda L. Femano, Ph.D
With finite resources, it is in the best interest of any organization to properly quantify the risk associated with individual components. In both the military and industry, it is imperative that investments in the supply chain are prioritized based on the overall risk to the…
According to a recent report, only 14% of procurement leaders are confident about the future of procurement talent availability. Daniel May, director of procurement talent development for NASPO, outlines essential strategies to identify and recruit top talent.
Tariffs have been added to traditional disruptions such as climate and cybersecurity, creating a complex web of concerns for chief supply chain officers.
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