US Roadmap 2025
It is wise to stay on the leading edge of what is of such critical importance to manufacturers, distributors, logistics providers and the economy.
Navigating the Global Supply Chain
At first glance, it seems a bit challenging to figure out what can be done in a week. However, since the global supply chain is all around us, it isn't that hard after all.
Global is “In”
No matter what you think in terms of politics and the like, it is imperative that you understand global impacts.
The Importance of Global
The first step to navigating the global marketplace is to be aware.
Finding Efficiency
Sometimes inventory problems are people problems.
California Declares State of Emergency After Floods Wash Out Part of Interstate 10
Flood damage on Interstate 10 in California, leading to a state of emergency and significant disruptions to traffic and supply chains.
The Amazon Effect: Why We Must Pay Attention to Our Customers
Two thirds of manufacturers and distributors have customer service gaps when compared to Amazon and mega-distributors like Amazon.
Why Ports Delays Could Cost Billions
Whether you have supplies or products waiting at the port, I'd take this as an opportunity to be strategic in thinking about supply chain design.
UPS Notes E-Commerce Boom
According to today's Wall Street Journal, UPS had robust growth in the third quarter, which was strongly influenced by the e-commerce boom. E-commerce now accounts for about 45% of U.S. packages. Is e-commerce on your radar? I'm on the flight back from Phoenix as I went to meet with [...]
Outsourcing, In-sourcing, Near-sourcing?
Explore the advantages of outsourcing, insourcing, and nearsourcing to meet strategic goals, control costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.