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Supply Chain Risk Management Highlighted by a Tiny Computer Chip

Enterra Insights

Singer suggests that Chinese-made microchips embedded in our appliances, devices, satellites, fighter jets, war ships, and tanks could turn against us.”[1] ” Aside from national security implications, the main lesson to be learned here is how vulnerable companies are to risks associated with their supply chains.

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Identity Theft, Trucking Style

Talking Logistics

When I tried to file my tax return electronically, the IRS rejected it because “a return with that Social Security number has already been filed,” so I had to file a paper return and wait almost a year to get the situation cleared up and get my refund. A couple of years ago, I was a victim of identity theft. Be Sociable, Share!

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Top 10 Talking Logistics Videos and Posts in 2017

Talking Logistics

5 Key Trends Driving Supply Chain Innovation. Global Shipping Trends: What to Expect in 2017. The Trends Shaping Supply Chain and Logistics: Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2017. Supply Chain and Logistics Resolutions for 2017: 4 Things to STOP Doing This Year. Unlearning Supply Chain Management.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 12-16, 2016)

Talking Logistics

In the meantime, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Hanjin says U.S.-bound bound ship is being held ‘hostage’ (Reuters). New Transport Mode to Redefine Freight Movement. in Series A to Bring Real-Time Visibility to the Supply Chain via APIs.

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Peloton’s Supply Chain Strategy Turnabout

Supply Chain Matters

The company’s equipment was designed to connect to virtual based instructors utilizing an onboard camera, microphone, and electronic screen, at a rather premium cost compared to other fitness options. The attention of the company’s most senior management, as well as its investors became center stage.

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This Week in Logistics News (July 31 – August 4, 2017)

Talking Logistics

” Considering all of the wacky patents Amazon has been issued, such as a shipping label with a built-in parachute , it wouldn’t surprise me if Amazon has already patented ways to operate on the Moon or Mars in case Mother Earth gets vaporized by an asteroid. Uber Freight Expands Reach of Truck Load-Matching App (Trucking Info).

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Blockchain has Potential

Enterra Insights

Managing trade documentation. Managing supply chain risk. Managing demand and supply planning. Managing inventory. Managing freight transportation. Managing product returns. Tracking payment information, such as purchase orders. Sharing information with customers.