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Risk Management Can Be a Competitive Advantage, Part Two

Enterra Insights

” Of course, avoiding a crisis is a better and more cost-effective strategy. Implement a robust security strategy that will make it difficult for even the most determined hacker to gain access to your supply chain networks and data.”[5] and Europe, along with many companies, are pursuing a de-risk rather decouple strategy.

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Why McDonald's Is Switching to Fresh Beef

Supply Chain Brain

Sorry about your luck, Hawaii and Alaska. It certainly wasn’t a cost-saving strategy. You’ll still get frozen beef. It’s the latest in a series of moves by the chain (which have included dollar menus and removing antibiotics from its chicken) to woo customers as competition increases in the food industry. So what led to the decision?

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What are Ecommerce Shipping Zones?

Supply Chain Game Changer

A clear understanding of shipping zones should inform your fulfillment strategy. A shipment to Hawaii falls into Zone 45. The next section provides details on these strategies. If you sell products that are heavy or bulky , shipping zones should be part of your fulfillment strategy. Shipping Zone Definition.

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Staying Ahead of Risks During Disasters

Material Handling & Logistics

But as the recent Hawaii volcanic eruptions, Hurricane Harvey and even the 2014 Atlanta “Snowmageddon” showed us, businesses must always expect the unexpected. Simply put, businesses must take the time to proactively identify the potential risks they can face and develop remediation strategies to address these risks.

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What is Supply Chain Compliance and Why is it Important?

AB&R

For that reason, you may want to consider a project manager to help oversee your implementation to help drive your compliance strategy forward. New technology and processes will likely need to be implemented, and what’s more, your staff will need to be on board and fully trained with these new changes. Business Address 1 *. California.

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What Are General Rate Increases in Shipping & What Should Enterprises Know?

Intelligent Audit

including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Helps to hold carriers accountable with performance metrics and data-driven strategies. FedEx Freight shipping rates will increase by an average of 4.9% for customers who use FXF PZONE and FXF EZONE, and by 5.9% for customers who use FXF 1000 and FXF 501 for shipments within the U.S.

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Who’s Catching the Holiday Shopping Fever?

Enterra Insights

behind Hawaii, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alaska. Competing on price isn’t a successful long-term strategy, and offering personalized services may not be enough. .” The article notes, “An estimated 19.1% of West Virginians live in poverty. A sluggish economy doesn’t encourage spending.”