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How 2011 Prepared Us for Today

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It may now take longer for a truck loaded with agricultural goods to pass from Italy to Austria, but those goods are still arriving at their destinations. Despite severe disruptions, most goods are still flowing across the globe to satisfy consumption. In fact, it is holding up remarkably well given the global scale of this crisis.

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Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Stabilize in February

Supply Chain Matters

In contrast, performance levels related to North America , Europe and South America were noted as remaining weak, on average, compared to Asia. Counties reaching new highs were noted as Italy, noted as reaching a ten month high, Greece, Ireland and Spain.

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Gradual changes in the European supply chain consulting market

Supply Chain Movement

At the same time, the supply chain specialists are expanding across Europe and even into North America. The major consultancy firms are still acquiring smaller niche competitors to intensify their supply chain expertise. Choose country. Afghanistan. Ã…land Islands. American Samoa. Antarctica. Antigua and Barbuda. Azerbaijan. Bangladesh.