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Illegal Supply Chains: selling stolen and counterfeit drugs

The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

  To reduce production cost, many US pharmaceutical companies purchase active ingredients from overseas and/or produce the drugs overseas.  Illegal and Counterfeit Medicines from Sellers at an Angola Market. .  (For details, see: [link] ).   For example, US government allocated US$ 2.5

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Do Tariffs Really Impact China’s Global Supply Chain?

NC State SCRC

Unfortunately, the effectiveness of the tariffs are questionable and the benefits may not outweigh the costs when considering the outcomes. It is difficult to determine the effectiveness of the strategy as both parties have an interest in reporting favorable outcomes. This influence can then extend to neighboring countries.

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Mindmap for the Fashion & Luxury Goods Market

Supply Chain Movement

In this fast-paced world, where there is also increasing pressure to reduce the carbon footprint, global fashion and luxury goods manufacturers have to redesign their go-to-market strategy to meet demand in a cost-efficient and sustainable way: Plan. Mindmap for the Fashion & Luxury Goods Market. Choose country.

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Rethinking your optimum

Supply Chain Movement

The benefits of the Self-Learning Supply Chain in manufacturing. Using delivery demand shaping to reduce costs and increase revenue. Learn more about: How data, advanced analytics and optimization technology combine to give your company the adaptability it needs in challenging markets. Get your copy of the whitepaper now. >>Please

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SCM Map Europe: European location decisions remain complex

Supply Chain Movement

To arrive at optimal European supply chains it is crucial to consider shifts in economic growth, currency fluctuations and tax reductions in addition to production and distribution costs. The logos illustrate the manufacturers’ choices about whether or not to produce close to their sales markets. SCM Map Europe 2015-2016.

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KPI Key Performance Indicators in Supply Chain & Logistics

Logistics Bureau

Cost as a percentage of sales (Logistics or Supply Chain). For this reason, KPIs are essential for any business improvement strategy. Production/manufacturing. Cost of goods sold. Total logistics cost. All you need to know about Supply Chain KPIs. Supply Chain KPI. First Name *. Last Name *. DIF – Delivery in Full.

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