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Image via Flickr by TimothyJ Until recently, U.S. manufacturing suffered as companies moved their factories and facilities overseas, primarily to Asia, to take advantage of the cheap labor pool and low shipping costs. The tide is turning, however, and now the U.S. is so competitive in terms of labor costs and shipping prices that U.S….
Image via Flickr by Key Foster The UK horse meat scandal continues to grow as officials investigate deeper. Over the last 7 years, the UK Border Agency has seized over 48 tons of meat entering the country illegally and doesn’t have the resources to control the problem alone. Government representatives are meeting with food industry…
Image via Flickr by Leonardo Veras1 The world is watching Brazil as it rushes to put the finishing touches on its FIFA World Cup 2014 accommodations. Businesses could learn a thing or two from this world cup crunch. It’s the perfect metaphor for the grand opening of a storefront or even a product launch.Oops! You…
Image via Flickr by Bitterjug Tech companies are vulnerable. They’re a part of an industry that’s already tasked with remaining competitive in an ever-changing market. Not only do they face the pressure to fulfil orders while ensuring supplier costs are low, they also experience external threats as well.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this…
Image via Flickr bencorman 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…
Image via Flickr by ilamont.com The average modern business spends most of their IT budget on simply maintaining their network, leaving only a small amount available for upgrades and innovations. With the rate of advancements in technology, keeping up isn’t always easy. Many companies are turning to cloud computing for a cost-effective solution.Oops! You don’t…