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Wakeup Call on Climate Change Sounded by Datamyne

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 · Datamyne Along with exchange rates, costs of production, availability of raw materials and market demand, a change in climate can redirect trade flows, raise the price of trade goods and create openings for new products.

How Likely Is a Global Recession?

Thursday, March 24, 2016 · Patrick Burnson With some parts of the world economy already in recession, and given the recent rise in financial volatility, worries about another global recession are on the rise, notes IHS Chief Economist, Nariman Behravesh,

Offshoring Remains Strong, Says New Supply Chain Research

Tuesday, March 22, 2016 · Patrick Burnson The maturing global services industry experienced continued growth in 2015, with location activity reaching an all-time high. The drivers of that growth, however, have evolved. Small and mid-sized buyers led growth across industry verticals, and the adoption of new…

Ocean Cargo Supply Chains Were More Secure in 2015, Says Study

Tuesday, March 22, 2016 · Patrick Burnson Shipping losses continue their long-term downward trend with 85 total losses reported worldwide in 2015, according to the Allianz Global Corporated & Specialty (AGCS) fourth annual Safety and Shipping Review 2016

Procurement Managers See Pressure to Reduce Costs Ramping Up

Monday, March 7, 2016 · Patrick Burnson For 2016, companies are expecting to see business uncertainty and risk increase, along with greater struggles to grow revenue

Special Report: U.S. Port Update

Monday, February 22, 2016 · Patrick Burnson While the expanded Panama Canal will be able to handle larger vessels this Peak Season, the next generation of mega ships must be deployed on all-water routes. The nation's premier ports, say industry experts, will still have to compete by providing customized service, no…

Do Faulty Supply Chains Undermine Trust?

Tuesday, February 16, 2016 · Patrick Burnson The 2016 Edelman Trust Barometer finds global trust inequality is growing

BPE Global working with Oracle on Export Control Compliance

Monday, February 1, 2016 · Patrick Burnson Shippers attending Oracle's “Modern Supply Chain Experience” conference last week learned that progress is being made on the mandated Export Control Reform effort despite a few hiccups.

“Global Trade Pulse” reflects supply chain inventory glut concerns

Monday, January 25, 2016 · Jeff Berman Various global economic concerns and trends made their presence felt in both North America and Europe, according to the most recent edition of the “Global Trade Pulse” from global maritime and trade consultancy Hackett Associates.

China’s Weakening Economy May Disrupt Global Supply Chains

Tuesday, January 19, 2016 · Patrick Burnson IHS Global Insight expects growth in China to slow to 6.3% in 2016, fueled by modestly lower industrial growth and a larger deceleration in services.

Praising Procurement Specialists

Thursday, January 14, 2016 · Patrick Burnson Greybeard Advisors is Named a Top Strategic Sourcing Consultancy by Kennedy Consulting

Ocean Cargo Supply Chain Should Benefit By INTTRA-JDA Collaboration

Monday, January 11, 2016 · Patrick Burnson In a move coinciding with increased ocean shipping complexity, INTTRA has announced that it will collaborate with JDA Software Group Inc. to offer shippers a more transparent management system.

The Business Units Want a True Partner–Can Your Supply Chain Step Up?

Wednesday, December 23, 2015 · Greg Gerstenhaber and Peter Guarraia When financial performance tumbled well below the expectations of shareholders at a US-based manufacturer of industrial parts, the new head of supply chain saw ways to make the supply chain part of the solution.

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…

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.