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Trade Policy & Global Flows

Trade policy, tariffs, and global transportation networks continue to reshape sourcing, logistics, and supply chain performance. Explore strategies for navigating changing regulations, freight market shifts, port congestion, shipping disruptions, and evolving global trade flows. Learn how manufacturers and distributors leverage Supply Chain Planning, Network Strategy & Optimization, and Risk & Resilience to improve supply continuity, manage transportation risk, protect profitability, and adapt to changing global market conditions.

The Economy and the Inland Empire are on Fire!

In-depth look at the Inland Empire's booming economy and its influence on regional development.

2026-06-21T15:45:07-07:00April 16, 2018|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , |
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What Should Manufacturers Be Thinking with Potential Tax Changes?

There has certainly been a lot of conversation about the potential tax law changes!  Michael Kouyoumdjian, managing shareholder of RP&B CPAs did a great job of going through the potential changes and impacts in a discussion with trusted advisers to manufacturers and distributors.

2026-06-07T23:31:28-07:00December 7, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , |
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What’s New & Hot in Transportation?

Who knew transportation could be so complex?  As much as goes into transportation, consumers are trained to think of it as "free" (think Amazon Prime) and quick.  That certainly provides two conflicting forces!

2026-07-06T21:40:53-07:00October 27, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , |
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Top Importers & Exporters… E-Commerce Impacts

E-commerce trends are reshaping the landscape for top importers/exporters, influencing global trade dynamics. Find out how in this article.

2026-07-05T23:29:28-07:00June 1, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , |
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Collaborating on Economic Forecasts

Since economics can have a dramatic impact on our business, it is worthwhile to pay attention - at a minimum.  Attend sessions on economics trends, read economic updates, and dig into the key factors that are most likely to impact your business.

2026-07-06T15:03:15-07:00April 17, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: |
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Trump’s Major Increase in Defense Spending and Related Impacts

When military spending increases, defense-related manufacturing booms. It isn't rocket science to figure that out; however, it can be tempting to wait too long for confirmation of orders.

2026-07-06T00:03:20-07:00February 27, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , |
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Manufacturing Gains

As one of the panelists at the Manufacturers' Summit last week said, "Have you ever seen manufacturing in the news more than it has been lately?"  Quite an intriguing point.

2026-07-05T23:29:33-07:00February 7, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , |
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Trump’s Transportation Nominee Kicks Up Infrastructure

As one who drives the Los Angeles freeway system on a daily basis, it is obvious we need improvements; however, we also do not have time to deal with anything but a quick delivery of these improvements.

2026-07-06T00:28:21-07:00January 16, 2017|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , |
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Logistics, Logistics and Logistics

I took the APICS CLTD (certified in logistics, transportation and distribution) exam yesterday (and passed!); therefore, I have been knee deep in logistics topics this week.

2026-07-06T00:28:29-07:00December 30, 2016|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , |
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