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The Increasing Role of Climate Change in Supply Chain Disruptions

NC State SCRC

Gulf Coast export PVC prices were assessed at $1,900 a metric tonne for the week of Sept. The delayed impacts of the petrochemical industry was urgent after the freeze, but is also testament to the fragility of this supply chain. I was wondering why there were empty shelves of Gatorade Zero, my favorite drink!).

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What About Them Apples?

Supply Chain Shaman

Today hurricane Nate’s north winds are pushing against the bayous of Louisiana. ” At the other end of the continuum is the argument that “ Forecast error is the most important metric to improve.” I will handpick the technology leaders based on contribution to the industry.) What are they seeing?

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Transportation Optimization: The Key to Weathering Droughts, Disasters and Other Disruptions

BlueYonder

This blog was co-written by Chirag Modi , Corporate Vice President, Industry Strategy – Supply Chain Execution and 3PL Global Lead, and Jen McQuiston , Product Marketing Director. The data they provide is invaluable in monitoring and measuring sustainability metrics such as miles traveled, energy used and waste produced.