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Image via Flickr by JLaw45 As 2012 comes to a close, business owners and supply chain managers are preparing for the year ahead by examining their current strategies and forecasting their success in 2013. The supply chain and its importance continue to gain deserved attention. These are the most promising SCM trends for 2013.Oops! You…
Image via Flickr by New York District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, automakers faced challenges getting enough parts to fulfill their vehicle orders. The technology industry also took a big hit, as so many of our electronics and electronics parts depend on Japanese manufacturers and suppliers. More…
Image via Flickr by vwb5 Coca-Cola is the largest beverage company in the U.S. and the world. 60 percent of their revenue is generated from international markets, and they have a goal of doubling profits by 2020. Part of that plan involves further expansion into China. Coca Cola believes there is great opportunity there because…
Image via Flickr by Robert Lender With increasing emissions regulations on the horizon, Danish shipping company Maersk Line has opted for a proactive approach. Learn more about the impending regulations and discover how Maersk Line has partnered with other global companies on environmentally friendly initiatives. Situation: Global Shippers Expect Increased Emissions Regulations The International Maritime…
Image via Flickr by thienzieyung Gains and loss reports for the first half of 2013 are in, and show mixed signals in terms of our overall economic situation. The economy grew at a sluggish 1.7 percent annual rate for the second quarter (April through June), according to the announcement by the Commerce Department on Wednesday….
Image via Flickr by Rewji23 The chief executive officer of luxury automotive manufacturer Bentley Motors, Dr. Wolfgang Schreiber, has spoken publically about the country’s lack of basic supplier infrastructure when it comes to supplying needed parts for automakers. According to Schreiber, the country’s government is doing a good thing by providing £1 for the into low-carbon engines…