Whenever an outbreak of Listeria occurs or any other food safety issues arise, the U.S. government steps in to investigate and prevent further crisis. The government has always had an interest in food safety, but it has made significant changes to food safety protocol over the past couple of years. Take a look at what…
C.H. Robinson is a third-party logistics provider and freight brokerage business. The company provides transportation services to customers both large and small. Recently C.H. Robinson announced an innovative transportation management system (TMS) to help its customers with booking, tracking, and reporting for their shipping needs.
The Cuban trade embargo has been in effect since 1962, after Cuba nationalized several American-owned assets equaling over $1 billion. Though the two nations have had countless disagreements ever since, in mid-2015 Cuba agreed to allow U.S. embassies to reopen in its major cities. The relationship between the two countries has recently begun improving, which…
Since 2007, PepsiCo has taken a proactive stance on environmental and sustainable practices. The company has significantly reduced waste and water use in its manufacturing and distribution processes. Additionally, PepsiCo has worked with its suppliers to promote sustainable agriculture. As a result, PepsiCo has seen increased profits and improved customer satisfaction.
China has become the leading manufacturer of goods in the world, but economic changes in the country are causing a shift in thought. For instance, wages for Chinese workers have tripled over the course of the past decade. This is causing manufacturers to move some outsourcing to countries where worker wages are still low. As…
Xerox is the leading provider of both printing products and printing services to corporate and individual customers around the world. The company is also recognized as one of the top employers in the U.S. and Canada. However, it has faced its fair share of challenges. Xerox must constantly make changes to keep up with technology…
JDA Software Group is one of the leading providers of retail and supply chain planning solutions. The company serves more than 4,000 customers around the world. JDA does this by creating customized solutions for each customer to help control costs, optimize processes, and maximize revenue at every point in the supply chain. JDA prides itself…
H&M is one of the largest fashion retail companies in the world. Despite years of supply chain challenges, the company has remained profitable and popular. H&M has done this by strengthening its brand against growing concerns for the environment and human rights during manufacturing. Read on to learn more about H&M’s supply chain policies and…
Every year the World Bank loans between $15 billion and $20 billion to government contracts around the world. Contractors must go through a bid process to be considered for government contracts, but it lacks transparency and consistency. The World Bank intends to reform its procurement policies in order to cut down on fraud and unfair…
Amazon is a master at adapting. That’s why the company has been so successful in the ecommerce industry. Amazon frequently assesses its customers’ needs and then implements solutions before competitors even see a new trend, as evident with the introduction of Amazon Prime and a push for Sunday delivery. Now Amazon Prime is trying a new…