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New: Global Trade Map 2016

Supply Chain Movement

The benefits of utilising modern-day FTAs include fewer customs duties, less red tape, access to public tenders, sourcing opportunities, investment opportunities and more transparent business conditions. Global Trade Map 2016. However, companies making use of an FTA must comply with the terms of the specific agreement. . >>Please

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Supply Chain Risk Management: Could You Face a Category 4 Supply Chain Disaster?

Kinaxis

by Joe Cannata With Hurricane Matthew, the most powerful storm to threaten the Atlantic Coast in over 10 years that has already brought severe damage to Haiti, the Bahamas and several Southeastern U.S. In 2016, this port handled 1.1 states, obvious disruptions to supply chains and supply chain risk management were a given.

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Hurricane Harvey & Irma's Threat on the Product Economy

Elementum

In the Bahamas, meanwhile, the extent of damage remains unavailable. The state’s economic output in 2016 was at $815B, making it the fourth largest economy in the US. Companies may also consider sourcing its supplies from manufacturers located in countries with lowest risk of disasters. However, airports have reportedly closed.