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Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

Terrorism : The recent terrorist attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, coupled with the ongoing instability in Syria and Iraq and the spread of ISIS, have raised the risk for terrorism-related supply chain disruptions in 2016. Of course, what happens in the U.S. For related commentary, see: The Messy Reality of Cross-Border E-commerce.

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Tarik Toprak: “Growth brings its own challenges.”

Supply Chain Movement

I am also responsible for customer service management, distribution, portfolio management and cooperation with commercial teams. We have 23 people in the supply chain team split roughly 40% in Istanbul and 60% in the factory. Is it better to supply from Turkey or from one of our other factories?

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SCM Map Europe: European location decisions remain complex

Supply Chain Movement

To arrive at optimal European supply chains it is crucial to consider shifts in economic growth, currency fluctuations and tax reductions in addition to production and distribution costs. Production and distribution. The logos illustrate the manufacturers’ choices about whether or not to produce close to their sales markets.

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Mindmap High-Tech Supply Chain 4.0

Supply Chain Movement

These developments impact Original Equipment Manufacturers, both at strategic level and at operational level within their supply chains. And Manufacturing needs to be agile to keep up with rapid changes in the market. A technology revolution is rapidly changing the way we work, providing threats and opportunities along the way.