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Supply Chain Managers Rank Ocean Cargo Carriers

Tuesday, June 18, 2013 · Patrick Burnson The results of the AgTC’s 2013 Ocean Carrier Performance Survey were announced late last week at the 25th Annual Meeting of the Agriculture Transportation Coalition in San Francisco, with APL winning top ranking.

IBM Study: Top Chief Procurement Officers Drive 22 Percent Higher Profit Margins

Monday, June 17, 2013 · Patrick Burnson IBM says companies with high-performing procurement organizations are driving better bottom line results.

Supply Chain Managers Confront Tepid Consumer Trends

Tuesday, June 11, 2013 · Patrick Burnson Import volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to increase 1.1 percent in June over the same month last year, reflecting modest growth expectations as retailers head toward the back-to-school and holiday seasons

A Cleaner Supply Chain Thanks to BSR

Monday, June 10, 2013 · Patrick Burnson Sustainability strategies for leading ocean cargo shippers include targets to dramatically reduce carbon dioxide emissions from their global logistics networks and increasingly, prioritize working with like-minded supply chain partners.

Ailing Healthcare Supply Chain Needs Help, BlueBin Reports

Monday, June 10, 2013 · Patrick Burnson A new player in the healthcare supply chain marketplace has entered the fray, stating that its mission is to increasing efficiency and cutting costs in the supply chain, while directly improving quality of patient care.

Supply Chain Managers Confront Mixed Economic Forecast

Thursday, June 6, 2013 · Patrick Burnson According to IHS Chief Economist Nariman Behravesh, “the glass is more than half full…or soon will be."

Six Months Later, CEO’s Still Cautious About Supply Chain Management

Wednesday, June 5, 2013 · Patrick Burnson There’s scant suggestion that the findings contained in PwC’s 16th Annual Global CEO Survey released last January will be altered significantly before the year is out, said analysts.

Latest Slump in PMI May Have Impact on Manufacturer’s Supply Chains

Tuesday, June 4, 2013 · Patrick Burnson When the ISM reading of 49.0 is combined with a purchasing managers’ manufacturing index (PMI) score of 52.3, the net is so close to neutral to not call it flat, observe economists.

Africa’s Supply Chain Surge Good for Air Cargo

Tuesday, June 4, 2013 · Patrick Burnson South Africa is the newest member of the BRICS grouping of states

Can We Bring Manufacturing Back?

Monday, June 3, 2013 · Rosemary Coates If we truly want to bring manufacturing back to the U.S., we have a very long way to go

Secretary of Transportation Nominee Explains His Agenda

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 · Jeff Berman At last week's Senate Commerce Committee hearing on the recently announced nomination of Charlotte, North Carolina Mayor Anthony Foxx to be Secretary of Transportation, the nominee laid out some key components of his agenda if he is confirmed.

West Coast Stays on Track with Ocean Cargo Industry Events

Monday, May 20, 2013 · Patrick Burnson June will feature AgTC annual conference in San Francisco

New Pricing Study Reveals Weakness in Global Logistics Strategies

Monday, May 20, 2013 · Patrick Burnson According to a new study conducted by the global strategy and marketing consultancy Simon-Kucher & Partners, price pressure is higher in the logistics industry than in other sectors – no matter the country.

Supply Chain Managers Can Avoid Product Recall Traps

Monday, May 13, 2013 · Patrick Burnson The recent recall of half a million SUVs will put significant stress on Chrysler's global supply chain, adding pressure to replenish stock and keep the impact to daily operations at a minimum

Port of Los Angeles Faced Critical Challenge with Grace and Poise

Monday, May 13, 2013 · Patrick Burnson As the Port of Los Angeles hosted the 28th World Ports Conference of the International Association of Ports and Harbors last week, a crucial vote was being cast to determine its logistical future.