Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 21, 2023

United Cocao Faces Deforestation Claims There are important changes in trade regulation occurring that supply chain professionals need to be aware of. End-to-end means that this monitoring extends beyond a company’s immediate suppliers to include a supplier’s supplier, and that supplier’s supplier, and on up through the supply chain.

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QAD

JUNE 28, 2022

Companies are increasingly encouraged or propelled to include human rights, environmental and social considerations within global supply chains. Supply chains are increasingly complex and rely on numerous partners, making it difficult to control the impact supply chains have on people and the environment.

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RFgen

JANUARY 31, 2017

Supply chain management procedures aren’t always smooth. Managers are always working to solve a unique assortment of challenges that threaten to disrupt the flow of their supply chains. Why do these hold-ups – as well as other supply chain and supply chain management problems – occur?

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RFgen

JANUARY 31, 2017

Supply chain management procedures aren’t always smooth. Managers are always working to solve a unique assortment of challenges that threaten to disrupt the flow of their supply chains. Why do these hold-ups – as well as other supply chain and supply chain management problems – occur?

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Resilinc

JULY 25, 2023

As an accomplished Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer, Johnson has served on multiple board committees, including the National Minority Development Council, the International Trade Centre (a joint agency between the World Trade Organization and the United Nations), and the Institute for Supply Management.

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Resilinc

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Uncover the importance of UFLPA compliance in your supply chain by understanding why thousands of Volkswagen vehicles have been impounded at U.S. How did one small part cause such a huge supply chain disruption for Volkswagen? Read more in our blog: Forced Labor in the Automotive Supply Chain: What Car Companies Can Do.

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EcoVadis

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

In practice, however, companies can create profound contributions to SDG 16 through their sustainable procurement programs. Here’s why: Unveiling Supply Chain Risks. The Financial Services sector is not one many would immediately imagine having significant environmental or social risks within its supply chain.

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Resilinc

OCTOBER 18, 2022

According to the IEA report, clean energy technologies such as solar PV, wind turbines, and electric vehicles require far more minerals than conventional fossil fuel energy technologies. “A Mining Technology’s Zachary Skidmore lists a broader set of solutions to “alleviate the pressure on the [copper] supply chain.”

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Resilinc

DECEMBER 20, 2021

As covered in last week’s blog , China’s dominance of supply chains for cobalt—an essential component in lithium-ion battery chemistries—is a growing geopolitical concern for leaders from both parties. The post Ethical sourcing risks pose challenge to electric vehicle market appeared first on Resilinc.

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EcoVadis

DECEMBER 7, 2018

As conflict minerals continue to find their way into supply chains of major western corporations, businesses need to place more emphasis on due diligence and explore new technologies to increase transparency. Increasing Due Diligence in the Cobalt Supply Chain. RMI’s New Standards and Practical Guide.

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Arena Solutions

JANUARY 10, 2023

From electric vehicles and portable off-grid battery systems to smart solar trackers and air quality monitoring solutions —sustainable technologies are leading the way in innovation. To comply with RoHS, companies must obtain a certificate of conformity. How will products be packaged, transported, and used?

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Supply Chain Network

JANUARY 30, 2013

The first deadline regarding last year’s SEC Conflict Minerals Rule is fast-approaching on January 31 – and companies are scrambling to report what conflict minerals – gold, tin, tantalum and tungsten sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and surrounding countries – have entered their supply chains since the start of 2013.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 16, 2022

Before Nornickel (Norilsk Nickel) became globally infamous for the Russia-Ukraine war profiteering of its largest shareholder, Vladimir Potanin , the company had a reputation as a leader in the emerging market for low-carbon nickel. analysts recently. But market demand for green and low-carbon metals is not going away.

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Sourcemap

APRIL 25, 2018

Unfortunately, most corporations lack visibility of their cobalt supply chain beyond the smelters that purchase the ore from mines, or intermediaries. In this piece published in Eco-Business , Sourcemap CEO Dr. Leo Bonanni argues that there is no excuse for companies not maintaining 100% traceability in their cobalt supply chains.

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EcoVadis

AUGUST 23, 2012

The amended final rules propose a more flexible scheme than the previous proposal and introduce differentiated requirements for companies reporting to the S.E.C. Implications for companies and disclosure highlights. Does Section 1502 apply to your company? The reporting company must have influence over the manufacturing.

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EcoVadis

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Keeping track of all the suppliers that contribute parts to the vehicles driven off a showroom floor is not a simple task, but as one of the leading sectors in global economic growth , the automotive industry plays an incredibly important role in the promotion of SDG 8 and companies in the sector need to collaborate to drive the initiative forward.

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QAD

MAY 18, 2023

The automotive industry is undergoing a massive technological transformation toward vehicle electrification and the shift presents huge opportunities for manufacturers that do business in the US, especially since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act in August 2022.

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Exiger Perspectives

JULY 19, 2023

Modern slavery in supply chains refers to the exploitation and forced labor practices that occur within global networks. Governments are taking initiatives to make organizations accountable for all activities in their supply chains that might involve modern slavery. The enactment of these recommendations is still pending.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 18, 2019

Will blockchain have the same fate as RFID in supply chain management? Here are more details from the article: In an email sent to shareholders last week and seen by The Loadstar, founder and chief executive Max Ward said the Hong Kong-based company had failed to raise enough capital to continue trading.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 2, 2022

Readers of Resilinc’s blog will likely be familiar with Tom Linton, the supply chain veteran, senior McKinsey advisor, member of Resilinc’s executive advisory board, and author (whose most recent book Flow: How the Best Supply Chains Thrive with co-author Rob Handfield is now available).

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NC State SCRC

MARCH 7, 2024

Tariffs, Industries Impacted, and the Global Supply Chain During the Trump Administration, significant tariffs were levied against China to curb the flow of Chinese imports into the United States and protect domestic producers against dumping and subsidized production. As of 2021, it is the largest economic entity in the world.

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Resilinc

DECEMBER 13, 2021

China dominates global supply chains for cobalt—as well as lithium, nickel, and other critical minerals. and other democratic countries, but it’s a growing security concern for leaders from both parties, as highlighted in the Biden Administration June 2021 supply chain report.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 19, 2016

The supply chain software industry is in a considerable state of flux. as the advance of e-commerce continues, companies with an omnichannel approach are increasingly implementing specific order management systems. Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. By Martijn Lofvers. >>Please Cape Verde. Cook Islands.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

A technology revolution is rapidly changing the way we work, providing threats and opportunities along the way. These developments impact Original Equipment Manufacturers, both at strategic level and at operational level within their supply chains. Mindmap High-Tech Supply Chain 4.0. Impact on high-tech companies.

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Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 24, 2016

It is becoming ever-more difficult for supply chain professionals to make the right decisions. Supply Chain Media, software vendor Aimms and consultancy firm Districon have put together this checklist for supply chain optimisation. >>Please Checklist supply chain optimisation.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Such huge pressure on sales is also dragging the supply chain department(s) towards an ever-higher service level. Mindmap Supply Chain Execution 24/7. Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. Technological advancements such as RFID, GPS and 3D printing are opening up new opportunities. Choose country.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 3, 2016

How does a company decide that outsourcing logistics is the right choice? Robinson whitepaper can help companies decide, set reasonable expectations for what outsourcing can contribute to their organisation, and how much of a role a company will need to play to achieve the successful business outcome they seek. Choose country.

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

The major consultancy firms are still acquiring smaller niche competitors to intensify their supply chain expertise. At the same time, the supply chain specialists are expanding across Europe and even into North America. Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. By Martijn Lofvers. >>Please Choose country.

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Increasingly, your supply chain is seen as a value-creating process that differentiates your company from the competition. However, there is a realistic possibility that you are the weakest link in your supply chain. Is your supply chain strategy truly customer focused? Choose country. Cape Verde.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 22, 2015

The rapidly changing world is forcing companies to continually adapt. Not only does this demand a new approach, requiring an organisation and its employees to display more agility and responsiveness, but it also creates the need for a supply chain architect in order to meet the changing needs of customers, both now and in the future.

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Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Increasingly, your supply chain is seen as a value-creating process that differentiates your company from the competition. However, there is a realistic possibility that you are the weakest link in your supply chain. Is your supply chain strategy truly customer focused? Choose country. Cape Verde.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

they want logistics service providers to offer full service on a global scale and are demanding more technological innovation. these are the main conclusions from Supply Chain Movement’s annual study as the basis for the 3pl subway map europe 2016, which shows the specific services of the most important logistics service providers.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

they want logistics service providers to offer full service on a global scale and are demanding more technological innovation. these are the main conclusions from Supply Chain Movement’s annual study as the basis for the 3pl subway map europe 2016, which shows the specific services of the most important logistics service providers.

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Global competition is forcing companies to optimally manage the orders they have scored. Supply chain execution software can coordinate the necessary alignment process between the various systems within the network. Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. Supply chain challenges. Cape Verde.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 24, 2016

Adequate demand planning and accurate inventory investments are key to successful supply chain management in this fast-moving industry. Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. Companies must invest in and balance their inventories more wisely to ensure optimal on-shelf availability in all commercial outlets. Cape Verde.

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Supply Chain Movement

MARCH 16, 2016

To manage this logistics complexity while adhering to customer service standards and incurring reasonable costs, companies need Global Logistics Integration. Congo, The Democratic Republic of The. This dynamic has to be examined and stakeholders must determine the impact on the supply chain function: Do. Cape Verde.

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Rethink your optimum: Prepare your supply chain for the challenges of 2017 and beyond. Advanced analytics and optimization technology is the game-changing advantage that will push you past the competition – giving your business more agility, higher accuracy and sharper insights to maximize your revenue. Cape Verde. Cook Islands.

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