Wednesday, October 31, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
In addition to infrastructure damage, Hurricane Sandy has forced the idling of about 70% of the East Coast’s oil refineries. This does not bode well for the supply of refined oil products as capacity was already quite tight prior to the shutdowns
Wednesday, October 31, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
Modern supply chains frequently stretch around the world using complex linkages to connect companies and cultures. The uncertainty and risk present in today’s current global business climate therefore has become a priority for supply chain leaders worldwide.
Tuesday, October 30, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
While the full impact from Hurricane Sandy on the nation’s supply chains has yet to be measured, preliminary reports suggest it will be substantial
Monday, October 29, 2012 · Dr. Maria Jesus Saenz
So far the research has identified both the benefits and success factors of horizontal collaboration in the logistics space, and mapped the evolutionary curve of these relationships.
Thursday, October 25, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
The warehousing and fulfillment markets are undergoing significant changes as companies incorporate e-commerce into their overall strategy
Thursday, October 25, 2012 · Dr. Maria Jesus Saenz
The researchers interviewed various companies with different and relevant supply chain roles in Europe about the benefits of horizontal collaboration initiatives.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 · Dr. Maria Jesus Saenz
As their operations come under more pressure to reduce costs and cut CO2 emissions, companies increasingly regard cooperation with enterprises from other supply chains as a source of competitive advantage.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
Supply Chain Executives from companies including HP, Lenovo, Avnet, Cisco and Infineon will be coming together in San Francisco on October 23rd at the 6th Annual Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chain Summit.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012 · Jeff Berman
Third quarter revenue for transportation and parcel giant UPS was basically flat, falling 0.7 percent to $13.07 billion, with operating profit down 54 percent at $766 million.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
Some shippers are using Matson’s China service as an alternative to air freight, clearly an option that delivers significant value for their supply chains.
Thursday, October 11, 2012 · Patrick Burnson
The World Economic Forum is collaborating with the World Bank on a report that will be released at its Annual Meeting in Davos in January 2013 to a varied audience of industry leaders, politicians, trade representatives and academics.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 · Jeff Berman
Last week’s Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Annual Conference’s in Atlanta provided insight into myriad aspects of various markets at its CEO panel session.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 · Jeff Berman
The concept of “following the money” may apply to the supply chain and freight transportation sectors more than most. It comes from a school of thought, which states where the freight is, the money is.
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