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Doing Business in Germany

QAD

Germany is the largest economy in the EU, and it’s the second most populous country. After WWII, Germany was divided into two sectors, the FRG (West Germany) and the GDR (East Germany). Germany adopted the Euro in 1999. Manufacturing in Germany. Transportation and communication are robust in Germany.

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Emerging Supply Chain Trends – A Look at Evolving Finished Vehicle Logistics Amid Market Shifts and Trends

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Emerging Supply Chain Trends – A Look at Evolving Finished Vehicle Logistics Amid Market Shifts and Trends Feature Article by Laurent Sik , Head of Operations, CEVA FVL APAC Automobiles, as a form of transportation, are indispensable in today’s world and will remain a crucial part of our lives for a long time to come.

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How is the Logistics Economy Holding Up?

Logistics Viewpoints

The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing. In contrast, the overall manufacturing PMI for the Eurozone was quite weak with Germany and Austria reporting the lowest levels. The HCOB Germany PMI , which registered 39.6 I see that as a positive. I don’t see that as a positive.

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Microsoft Logistics Fleeing Germany Because of Patent Fears

Supply Chain Network

Nasdaq: MSFT) is moving its European logistics activities from Germany to the Netherlands as a risk-avoidance measure related to its ongoing legal battle with Motorola Mobility Inc. Emerging Trends News & Info Professional Communications Real Estate Supply Chain Risk' NYSE: MMI).

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Flexibility in the Face of Uncertainty

Freightos

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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Air Freight Explained: Calculating Costs and Price Trends

Freightos

Seasonal trends in clothing can shift fast. Headquartered in Germany, the freight giant employees nearly 100,000 employees around the world. The post Air Freight Explained: Calculating Costs and Price Trends appeared first on Freightos. Again, clothing’s small size and high value make it a great tradeoff. billion dollars.

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Personal Predictions for Supply Chain Management in 2023

SCM Research

Human-caused emissions and the destruction of rainforests are directly related to supply chains, and new laws, such as those in Germany and the EU, reflect this. This topic will continue to be relevant in the future. (3) 3) The climate and biodiversity crises continue to worsen, and their solutions are closely tied to supply chains.