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Cobalt- Congo 21st century’s Blood Diamond

All Things Supply Chain

With the recent technological advancements of the 21st century, cobalt has become a key ingredient of the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries. Used in electric vehicles (EV) it gives them the…

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The reality of green energy: “green metal” supply chains won’t be able to keep up

NC State SCRC

Fo rd is committing to an all-electric vehicle platform with zero emissions by 2035. But that will also mean massive levels of demand for the metals required for green energy, such as cobalt, copper and nickel, that are vital for the technologies to build electric cars and renewables.

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Reflections: Building the Network of Networks

Supply Chain Shaman

When I started, I believed that I could put “the smartest business leaders” and “technology innovators” in a room and learn through a series of pilots and group sharing. The focus of existing technology companies is deeply rooted in traditional sales activities. Collaborative Logistics. I was wrong.

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Trade Rules are Increasingly Environmental, Social and Governance Rules

Logistics Viewpoints

The eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has a history of conflict, where various armies, rebel groups, and outside actors have profited from mining while contributing to violence and exploitation. The post Trade Rules are Increasingly Environmental, Social and Governance Rules appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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How EV Manufacturers Can Navigate Supply Chain Complexity

Arena Solutions

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. The mining of these metals is concentrated in China, South Africa, Indonesia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

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Common Problems in Supply Chain Management Processes and How Mobile Data Collection Software Can Solve Them

RFgen

Let’s address a few issues that rattle supply chain and supply chain management strategies and how mobile data collection software can help solve them. A system such as RFgen’s Mobile Foundations for SAP can be a useful tool for managers who want to easily input supply chain data while out in the field.

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Common Problems in Supply Chain Management Processes and How Mobile Data Collection Software Can Solve Them

RFgen

Let’s address a few issues that rattle supply chain and supply chain management strategies and how mobile data collection software can help solve them. A system such as RFgen’s Mobile Foundations for SAP can be a useful tool for managers who want to easily input supply chain data while out in the field.