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VW Tennessee Auto Workers Approve Labor Union Representation

Supply Chain Matters

In a significant labor activism development, a majority of auto workers within Volkswagen’s Tennessee production facility has voted to be represented by a labor union. The VW production facility located in Chattanooga, Tennessee was part of the new targeting effort along with various other facilities operated by globally branded auto makers.

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2024: Planning for Success Amid the Uncertainty

Logistics Viewpoints

However, it’s only early February 2024, and we already have several major disruptions impacting supply chains. As Alan Amling at the University of Tennessee put it, “2024 is riddled with uncertainty.” This is an important time for the supply chain profession. For more information on the research, click here.

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Shareholder Value is Inextricably Linked to Supply Chain Performance

Material Handling & Logistics

"Supply chain integration is an increasingly essential component of shareholder value, and to achieve that, supply chain leaders need to speak the language of the Board of Directors and the executive suite,” said Paul Dittmann of the University of Tennessee’

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Prediction- Added Labor Activism Among Industry Supply Chains

Supply Chain Matters

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group highlights a 2024 prediction of added labor activism continuing across industry supply chains in 2024. Of most concern was the tactic of targeting a company’s vulnerable supply chain points in labor stoppages, which was adroitly practiced by the United Auto Workers (UAW).

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Experts Discuss How to Streamline Global Supply Chain

Supply Chain Opz

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations. However, you may wonder what kind of practices really work.

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5 Best Logistics Books to Keep Within Reach

Supply Chain Opz

The links below are paid links. The Supply Chain Revolution: Innovative Sourcing and Logistics for a Fiercely Competitive World Pros: This book will show you how to plan and execute sourcing strategies like the world's leading companies. It also gets very positive endorsements from supply chain industry experts.

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Lean and Green Supply Chain Initiatives Can Be Complimentary

ModusLink Corporation

I would like to reflect on some observations related to sustainability strategy deployment across the supply chain, namely important considerations in alignment of so-termed green supply chain strategies with contributing benefit to overall business strategies. This observation did not surprise me.