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Rethinking Defense Supply Chains with Network-Based Command Centers

The Network Effect

This approach allows for real-time collaboration among all stakeholders—from suppliers to customers to government agencies—on a shared data model. Author Recent Posts Michael Bruens Director, Government Business Development and Programs at One Network Enterprises Mr. Michael C.

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An Observation on Corporate and Societal Resiliency and the Strength of the Human Spirit

Enterra Insights

Upon arrival at my hotel with a colleague of mine, who lives in Switzerland and who previously worked as a diplomat for the Israeli government, I observed a scene that was awfully familiar. This was the same ensemble of people that I encountered in the Middle East and in Iraq during the Iraq War.

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The Changing Face of Manufacturing: How US Manufacturers are Looking Homeward

GlobalTranz

Already, the US is looking as attractive as Mexico to manufacturers and is likely to match China in attractiveness in the near future, according to the MAPI Foundation , which produces in-depth economic reports widely read by the press, government official and the business community. Drop in the price of crude oil.

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Doing Business in Turkey

QAD

Its primary export partners were Germany, the UK, the UAE, Iraq, the US, Italy, France and Spain. Manufacturing is an important part of the economy, and the government offers some incentives and protections for manufacturers. Taxes equal 20.3% of its GDP, and inflation is running at around 11% per year. In 2017, Turkey exported $155.2

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Tarik Toprak: “Growth brings its own challenges.”

Supply Chain Movement

Because Turkey is not part of the European Union, importing products is very difficult because the government wants to support local production. However, we built the factory there for the high tax incentives offered by the government in that region. Management of custom clearance is also an important part of my responsibilities.

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Middle East eCommerce Reimagined

Vinculum

Countries like Iraq, Egypt, Oman, Lebanon, Morocco, Jordan, Algeria, and Saudi Arabia have the fastest growing young generation, with a median age of 22 years old. The government of Middle East countries, understanding the growth of international eCommerce in their countries, is investing in digital payments.

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SCRC Supply Chain Index contributes again to the 2021 Wall Street Journal Top 250 Best Managed Companies

NC State SCRC

This was felt most drastically in the last few years, when such events as 9/11, the war in Iraq, the West Coast port workers’ strike, and increased regulatory and customs delays brought supply chain operations to a standstill. A major disruption in the offshore supply chain can shut down a company and have dire consequences for profitability.