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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

This article focuses on the most relevant initiatives, the five zero (5Zs) emission initiatives contributing to decarbonizing logistics and transport to place these initiatives into the industry context and reflect on them in light of the ongoing industry discussions and developments (see figure 1).

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Do You Know Your Suppliers? Counting the Cost of Ignorance

QAD

A recent Quality Digest article suggested that “ethical supply chain management is being fueled by consumer demand, profitability, and visibility. Manufacturers across the globe are facing new due diligence laws in addition to historical legislation relating to human rights and environmental protection. New Due Diligence Laws.

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The Importance of Transparency in Supply Chains

Enterra Insights

The article cites Dr. Darren Prokop, of the University of Anchorage Alaska, who explains supply chain visibility involves seeing “a particular activity with access to information at selected nodes.” Transparency, on the other hand, involves moral and ethical dimensions of activities associated with sourcing and manufacturing.

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GrandVision: “We are changing completely as we become demand driven”

Supply Chain Movement

In the last three years we’ve developed our strategy, centralised procurement, purchasing and manufacturing aligned our portfolios across all categories globally and developed our exclusive brands portfolio. My role includes purchasing, product development, product management, category management, supply chain and manufacturing.

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The Hackers Inside Your Supply Chain

Talking Logistics

Last month, for example, Dutch and Belgian authorities arrested a dozen suspects accused of smuggling drugs through the harbor of Antwerp to The Netherlands by using hackers to access the computer systems of harbor companies and container terminals. Criminals are already taking advantage of this vulnerability. ” .

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World Cup Plays that Build Winning Supply Chain Teams

MIT Supply Chain

Spain was the world champion at the start of the tournament, but went crashing out after being beaten 1-5 by the Netherlands in the team’s opening game. For example, Dell Corporation was the leading personal computer manufacturer in the world, earning accolades for its vaunted manufacturing postponement strategy.

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Aya??n?z? yorgan?n?za göre uzat?n… – Cut your coat…

Supply Chain Movement

An interview with Toygar Narbay, Chairman of the Board at clothing manufacturer Narkonteks. Effective supply chain management has been vital in building a compelling offering – both as a manufacturer for leading international brands and in developing its own brand. Read the entire article in Turkish. >> na göre uzatman?z,