Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 17, 2018
There is no technology solution that stretches across industries to automate the processes of source, make and deliver. Ethical Sourcing. Congo Metals. These are all issues in ethical sourcing initiatives. Each technology solution operates within well-defined functional silos. Fair Labor. Use of Slave Labor.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
JUNE 3, 2014
listed companies that have filed their first audits on whether their products contained any tin, gold, tungsten or tantalum from Africa’s war-torn Congo region. Johnson & Johnson, for example, said the majority of information from its direct suppliers was “not complete, accurate or reliable.” and LG Display Co.,
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Supply Chain Shaman
JANUARY 9, 2017
I believe we need to move to Open Source tech. It is unrealistic to think that vendors like Infor, Microsoft, Oracle, and SAP will ever work together to erase the dark holes of information in the supply chain. This transition from closed and proprietary solutions to open source capabilities will not happen quickly. The reason?
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 21, 2023
Procurement managers are now asked to address ESG issues in their sourcing and foreign manufacturing operations. Global Deforestation and Forest Degradation In December of 2022, a deforestation-free regulation was passed that was focused on the sourcing of cocoa, coffee, soy, wood, palm oil, rubber, and cattle.
Arena Solutions
MAY 3, 2022
DEVELOP THE RIGHT SOURCING STRATEGY. Although EVs are comprised of fewer mechanical parts as compared to traditional ICE vehicles, they incorporate highly sophisticated technology that is much more difficult to source and mass produce. Once the raw materials are sourced, the final batteries are assembled primarily in Asia.
Arena Solutions
JANUARY 10, 2023
With the many design and production considerations at play, companies must also navigate ever-changing environmental laws and regulations which determine the types of parts and raw materials that are sourced and how they are incorporated into the final product. Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, Tanzania).
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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