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The introduction of E-Procurement.

ModusLink Corporation

According to (Namulo, 2017), “E-Procurement is the acquisition of goods, services or works from an external source. E-procurement, which is known as ‘electronic procurement’ or ‘supplier exchange’, is changing the way companies are sourcing their goods and services. Contact one of ModusLink’s Industry experts by clicking here.

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The Top 4 Trends That Will Dominate Supply Chain in 2019

Elementum

Given the interconnected nature of today’s supply chain, what impacts one corner of the industry is bound to create ripple effects. As sanctions on Iran go into effect and Iranian oil exports decline, global oil prices could rise, putting even more pressure on logistics providers. Read more about the future of traceability here.

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Sustainable Supply Chain Management.

ModusLink Corporation

At that time, pollution wasn’t mentioned by economics scholars, that’s why pollution caused by industries was not part of economic discussions. After recognizing the importance of pollution within the economic systems, a tax was suggested for environmental pollution caused by industries (EM Ojo). 1995, April 12). 181 part B).

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This Week in Logistics News (April 27 – May 1, 2015)

Talking Logistics

Fetch Robotics Unveils Robotics System for Logistics Industry. US Navy to accompany US-flagged ships in Persian Gulf after Iran seizes vessel (Fox News). Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the 3PL industry remains hot, with another large deal announced this week: XPO Logistics is acquiring Norbert Dentressangle SA for €3.24

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Freight In The Year Of The Monkey

Freightos

China’s role in world trade is so large that even small changes can have a broad impact on the international freight industry. On February 15th, 2016, the first freight train from China reached the capital of Iran, shaving 30 days off the standard port-to-port transport time. Image Source: Brics-Info.org.

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China Exports Rebound Even as Western Markets Face Lockdown

Logistics Bureau

China says almost all of its major industrial companies have resumed production and that its ports are again running at near-full capacity after a two-month Coronavirus-linked shutdown. Exports from China to North Europe and the Mediterranean region are at about 85 percent of normal, with blank sailings expected into April and beyond.

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Ransomware Part Three: During and After an Attack

Enterra Insights

Journalists Ellen Nakashima ( @nakashimae ) and Rachel Lerman ( @rachelerman ) report, “A mini-industry has arisen in companies that help victims of ransomware attacks. ” And, according to industry journalist Eileen Yu ( @eileenscyu ), ransomware attacks are not one-and-done situations.