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Why Walmart is So Important to U.S. Manufacturing

Monday, July 6, 2015 · Rosemary Coates
Walmart has taken the lead and has ignited the Reshoring movement in America by committing to spend $250 Billion for products Made in the USA over the next few years.

Foreign Direct Investment Has Impact on Global Supply Chains

Tuesday, June 30, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Foreign direct investment has never been more important in catalyzing growth, whether in the developed or developing world.

U.S. Retailers Report Strong Month

Thursday, June 11, 2015 · Jeff Berman
Following a stretch of very modest retail sales gains in recent months, a more positive performance in May, based on data issued by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF) could potentially pave the way for more meaningful gains in…

Building Code Index May Help Supply Chain Managers With Global Site Selection

Wednesday, June 10, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
International shippers in retail and manufacturing sectors may tap into new market intelligence on the regulatory landscape, spokesmen for FM Global announced today.

Global Supply Chains May Be Headed in New Directions

Tuesday, June 9, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
As noted in today's news section, a new study done by Hong Kong's Standard Chartered Bank suggests that China's status as world's leading manufacturer may be in decline.

Pace for Global Supply Chain Growth May Slow Down, Says Study

Tuesday, June 9, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
According to a report from Hong Kong's Standard Chartered Bank, world trade growth has been weak recently and the expansion of Global Supply Chains (GSCs) has lost momentum.

Supply Chain Sustainability is Key to Strategic Growth

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Ethical Corporation – the nine year old London-based business intelligence company for sustainability – notes in a new report that supply chain management's role in sustainability is becoming more key to strategic growth for most global companies.

Amber Road Addresses Supply Chain Management “Talent Gap”

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
In response the ongoing need for highly skilled supply chain management professionals, Amber Road recently launched “The Global Trade Academy” – concentrating on trade compliance rules and regulations.

Supply Chain Managers Target U.S. Cities for Onshoring Opportunities

Tuesday, May 26, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Many mid-size U.S. cities and other areas now make attractive alternatives to India and other offshore locations for companies considering consolidating finance, IT, and other business services operations for shared service or global business services centers, according to new…

Supply Chain Management Risk in Martime Sector May Ramp Up

Thursday, May 14, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
American Institute of Marine Underwriters are concerned about new areas of risk on the High Seas

More Details Emerge in FedEx Acquisition of TNT-NV

Tuesday, May 5, 2015 · SCMR Staff
In a joint release issued by the companies last week, FedEx and TNT said they “are making timely progress on its preparations for the Offer."

New Supply Chain Risk Index Shows Significant Geographic Shift

Friday, May 1, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
Norway is ranked #1 in the Index as the country best suited for companies seeking to avoid disruptions in their global supply chain operations. Venezuela ranked last on the list of the 130 countries and territories listed. The three regions of the United States – East,…

China Expands its Global Supply Chain Network

Thursday, April 30, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
The Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (TPA-2015), which is widely regarded as progressive legislation to modernize and renew U.S. Trade Promotion Authority (TPA), has gained the support of prominent shipper associations—as well it should.

More Trouble Ahead for Flags of Convenience

Wednesday, April 29, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
If the shipping community needed one more reason for eliminating “Flags of Convenience,” this may certainly be the one demanding our immediate attention.

Too Much of a Good Thing: U.S. Airport Real Estate Investors Thrive, Tenants Pay

Tuesday, April 28, 2015 · Patrick Burnson
With congestion issues and seaport gridlocks plaguing the transportation industry, air freight volumes are back on the rise.
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