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Types of Risks Impacting Supply Chains in 2018

Material Handling & Logistics

Hurricane Maria, which slammed into Puerto Rico on September 20, 2017, is a prime example of a catastrophe that reverberates through supply chains. Most of these incidents, such as the high-profile Equifax data breach that involved the personal information of some 143 million Americans do not directly affect supply chains.

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Synovos Releases Best Practices Paper on Bridging the Gap within MRO Supply Chain

Synovos

Within the paper, reported data not only provides a detailed look on how an integrated supplier impacts a company’s results but also emphasizes the importance of MRO as whole. Synovos provides services globally with locations in Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Europe and Singapore. Based in the U.S.,

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Blockchain & Supply Chain Visibility: Will Blockchain Finally Eliminate Supply Chain Black Swans?

GlobalTranz

Supply chains struggled for months to return to operation, and in some areas, such as Port Aransas and Puerto Rico, recovery from the disastrous season is still on-going, eight-months after landfall, reports the Statesman. Using data to ensure compliance with regulations and training requirements on a frequent, repetitive process.

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How the Supply Chain Can Thrive in the Face of Natural Disasters

Material Handling & Logistics

As climate change drives up the regularity of natural disasters, supply chains must rely on real time data to thrive. . . . . Data from the UN’s research on climate change suggests that the commonality of natural disasters will continue to ramp up unless major steps are taken to tackle climate change. Real-Time Data Saves the Day.

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Spot Tendering: Are You Prepared for Capacity Shortfalls in Your Transportation Operation?

BlueYonder

With the recent hurricanes that have hit Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico, we’ve seen another practical example where assumptions on carrier capacity are challenged at inopportune times. JDA’s TMS can help with spot tendering and movement of data that spot tendering causes. How JDA Can Help. Contact JDA to learn more.

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Hurricane Harvey & Irma's Threat on the Product Economy

Elementum

In Puerto Rico, more than a million people were left without power and 50,000 without water. Also, important data and documents should be secured. St Kitts & Nevis was "spared the full brunt" of Irma but "significant damage" to property and infrastructure are still highly likely. However, airports have reportedly closed.

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What About Them Apples?

Supply Chain Shaman

A shortage of pharmaceuticals in Puerto Rico. They need accurate and timely channel data. In today’s architectures, there is no place to put outside-in data like VMI, Point of Sale (POS) or rating/review data. Won’t we have the same issue for Internet of Things data? One thing is clear.