Sustainable Packaging Industry And The History of It
The History of Sustainable Packaging Industry. It packs a lot in a small space, efficiently uses the minimum amount of resources, it’s not a product
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Cooperation or competition in supply chain Group?
Write More About Corporate in Supply Chain By Stuart Emmett Much has been said about how suppliers should be managed by procurement. Indeed one view (Supply Management
Most Innovative Supply Chain Book In The Last Decade (2000- 2010)
Innovative Supply Chain Modern SC management is a complex and ever-evolving field. In order to keep up with the changing global economy, businesses need to
Will Bitcoin Business Ever Amount To Anything More Than A Bit?
In recent years, Bitcoin has been gaining traction as one of the most popular digital currencies. As such, many entrepreneurs and businesspeople have considered setting up a business that deals with Bitcoin, from exchanging it to investing in cryptocurrency.
Tinderization Of Human Courtship on Supply Chain What It Means?
About Human Courtship on Supply Chain I vaguely recall reading a research paper on human courtship by a US professor, where he hypothesised a 13 stage courtship process starting with eye-lock to for-ever-after. He had studied several human societies – ranging from primitive isolated tribes to modern urban tribes and concluded that the process was
Coming Re-Alignment Of The Natural Gas Supply Chains On A Global Scale
The Natural Gas Supply Chains Coming Re-Alignment Of The Natural Gas Supply Chains On A Global Scale, And Its Impact On Downstream Petro-Chemical Manufacturing Traditionally, the natural gas market in Europe was served by Russia, while Asia got most of its natural gas from the Middle East. That is why prices of natural gas in
5 Strategies That Will Save Your Supply Chain Company
Strategies of Supply Chain Company For every business or economic activity, there is a time when it falls behind its competitors. No matter whether the situation comes to you at the initial stages or you are facing a sudden challenge right after touching the tip of popularity, you surely have to find out the way
Intel Gearing Up To Face The Mobile Assault: It May Even Beat Them
News Release Contact: Angela Crown, [email protected] Due: November 26, 2013 Forwarding: Permitted Intel gearing up to take over the chip making industry. The World’s Biggest Semiconductor Manufacturer Has Announced Plans To Expand The Use Of Its State-Of-The-Art Factories For Other Chipmakers. As Competition Escalates, Intel Hopes The Move Will Push Its Revenue By Taking Advantage
Ford To Recall Escape SUVs For The 7th Time
Ford to recall Escape SUVs due to fuel leaks.Car owners are generally not pleased on hearing about manufacturer recall of their vehicles, yet once again, those owning the 2013 Ford Escape SUVs will be affected. U.S. automobile giant Ford is to recall two more types of the popular model worldwide to fix oil and fuel
Globalization Is Inevitable – Prepare For It
About Globalization Is Inevitable When we renamed our company Global Supply Chain Group in 2006, the key thought running in my mind was that despite clear and evident trend of globalisation – most companies still ran their supply chain on a regional basis. Many of our clients see value in global integration of their entire supply chains – while
Australia Leads The Way To Globalisation With Triple FTA
About Australia Leads The Way To Globalisation Australia is talking with ministers from Japan, Korea and China to finalise Free Trade Agreements with the trio ahead of Tony Abbott‘s visit to Asia in April. On Wednesday, Japan’s Farm Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Australia’s Trade and Investment Minister Andrew Robb failed to reach a consensus on tariff elimination. However, they confirmed negotiations would still be underway to
What Business Executives Can Learn From The Story Of Brazil’s
Business Executives of Brazil’s Soccer In the early 90s, more than two decades since its last World Cup championship title, Brazil hungered for the trophy more than any other country on earth. Yet the scars from its 1950 campaign were still not totally erased. Dubbed as the saddest day in Brazilian soccer history, July 16
Are The Global Business Networks Shortening The Success Cycle?
The Global Business Networks are Shortening The first business book that I read was “In Search of Excellence” by Tom Peters and . It was a gushing account by two ex-McKinsey consultants truly in search of excellence among American businesses, and plethora of advise that to my then untutored mind (after all, I was still
3 Benefits Of Your Business Network – Outcompete Anyone
About Your Business Network Thought leaders have a five star business network. They leverage of the value created by their business and supplier contacts to outcompete rivals and stay relevant. Your business can outcompete rivals too using its network. There are a number of ways your business can achieve this goal.
Implementation of Green supply chain : Procurement
Green Supply Chain: Procurement Procurement also known as purchasing is “Securing supplies, materials, and services of the right quality in the right quantity at the right time from the right place (source) at the right cost price”. So the procurement in traditional supply chain could procure you the best possible cost to meet the needs
5 Things To Know About Traditional Green Supply Chain
Traditional Green Supply Chain In a traditional supply chain, the flow of materials and information is linear and from one end to other. There is a limited collaboration and visibility. Each supply chain partner has limited information regarding, for example the carbon footprint and Green House Gas emission of the other partners.
Seasons Greetings To All Our Clients And Supporters in Supply Chain
Seasons Greetings to all our Clients and Supporters
Are You Making What You Are Worth
One of my posts on LinkedIn sparked a lot of interest and a healthy debate. I am not sure about the reason for interest but seems like people agree with the above statement, as well as its reverse: The person who does less than s/he is paid for, will soon be paid less that s/he
The Universe Of Workology : 2 Best Things Will Take You A Long Way
The Universe Of Workology I cannot claim to know everything in the universe of workology. But after starting work at the age of 17 and worked almost continuously (barring a few short breaks for full time studies), for the last 34 years I do have a perspective.
Ally in Supply Chain Or A Disruption? What Is The Tech Revolution ?
Ally In Supply Chain The digital revolution (aka tech revolution) has changed the way we live, work and play. The boom of software and IT solutions have caused disruption and realignment for businesses. When business intelligence is implemented and used effectively there is a real pay-off.
Supply Chain Technology Without Purpose Is Like A Missile Without A Guidance System
Nobody sets out thinking, I have no purpose for bringing this technology into our company, but I will do this anyway (well a few rare
Ideas In Action Make The Best Teams (1)
Ideas In Action A switched on team of senior management makes all the difference. No matter which part of the world, and how unfamiliar the concepts are – an interactive team will always find how to use ideas for their business. I recently had the pleasure of interacting with the chairman and top management team
CEO For Microsoft – Why Satya Nadella Is A Good Choice ?
CEO For Microsoft CEO FOR MICROSOFT. CEO Wires are abuzz with the talk about Satya Nadella – who seems to be the front runner for the job of Microsoft CEO. Many profiles have emerged online – e.g. see the article Satya Nadella: CEO For M The man who may soon become Microsoft CEO. Google’s Sunder
Supply Chain Business 911: Five Tips For Better Results By Anais Lelong
Supply Chain Business 911 Although you keep looking for better ideas and new processes, your business keeps struggling to achieve the expected results? Here is some advice you could readily use when you need new ideas to improve your business. In this article, we will try to give you some guidance to help you with
A Valuable Lesson in Supply Chain – How To Learn About Everything
A Valuable Lesson in Supply Chain There I was sitting across the desk from the legendary fleet commodore of my company. As a junior officer I could sense the power of the man who had led some of the most daring, and most successful sea voyages of his time.
How SUPPLY CHAIN 3.0 Can Lead To Tangible Business Benefits (Part 6 Of 6)
Following two benefits outlined in the previous entry, in this last entry of the blog series, let us go over the remaining benefits of Supply Chain 3.0. By Definition, Supply Chain 3.0 Improves Your Cash Position Recall from the previous blog series that “The second measure of interest to us is in Supply Chain 3.0
Find Your Way OUT Of The Rat Race
Ten Various Ways To Do The Rat Race. After a while, the rat race tires you out. Even if you are winning the race, you
Five Key Cornerstones Of The 5-STAR Business Network
There Are Five Key Cornerstones Of Success In Building And Harnessing Effective Global Business Networks The 5-STAR Business Network So what are these 5 key
If Your Supply Chain Company Form Following Its Function?
About Supply Chain Company I was shocked when I heard of the bankruptcy of Hostess Brands Inc. The $2.5 billion maker of Twinkies and Wonder
Dropping An Anchor – Strategic Thinking On Centralization Vs Decentralisation
Strategic Thinking On Centralization The chief mate was on the forecastle with the bosun and 3 sailors preparing to anchor the ship. Master was on
Amazon’s Threat to Australian Retailer – Some points missing
Amazon’s Threat to Australian Retailer – Some points missing Yesterday (on 2nd November 2017) I happened to briefly glance at the Australian Financial Review –
Supply Chain Business – How Good Is The New Apple Watch Series 4 In Supply Chain Business ?
The new Apple watch (series 4) was just released yesterday, and I was reminded of my previous blog I wrote a few years ago when
How You Define Supply Chain Success Determines Your Results
Supply Chain Success “What is success? How do you define it in your current role?” It was a simple question. I asked this question of
How To Get BIG Breakthrough Supply Chain Results In 2019?
BIG Breakthrough Supply Chain Results Start of the year is always a memorable occasion – full of joy and hope. It is also the time
What Best Can We Learn About Supply Chain Security From One Of The Shrewdest Pivots In Business History
How Will Learn About Supply Chain Security Be In The Future. Here is a story of the fire than tipped the balance within an industry.
High Demand For Supply Chain Experts & know the Steps Of it?
HIGH DEMAND FOR SUPPLY CHAIN EXPERTS Abstract of Supply Chain Experts Almost every supply chain needs to be restructured in the wake of COVID-19 and
Supply Chain Spiraling Out Of Control After The Suez Canal Fiasco And The Pandemic, Here Is What You Can Do Today About It – Part 2
SUPPLY CHAIN SPIRALING. There may be savings opportunities by consolidation of multiple shipments with same origin and destination into a single shipment. On a broader
Transportation Optimisation – 3 Basic Dimensions
Transportation optimisation is an important part of a good transportation management system (TMS). Here’s What No One Tells You About Transportation Optimisation. When assessing transportation