Talking Logistics

MARCH 2, 2016

As first reported by Fairfax Media , a factory in North Korea has been making high-priced surf and snow gear for Australian surfwear company Rip Curl since at least 2014, with the garments labeled “Made in China.” We do not approve or authorise any production of Rip Curl products out of North Korea.”

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2017

The general price level of products made in China is rising rapidly, and it has been claimed that some of the products actually originate in North Korea. Click here for more information>> 3 “Minimum order quantities (MOQs) are increasing”. 4 “Transportation time is too long and no longer competitive”.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

In supply chains, cyber crimes can range from the theft of personal data to the incorrect or illegal use of proprietary software, technology, information or other tech-based resources. Hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, and even astrological events, such as solar flare ups, can impact the ability of supply chain entities to transport goods.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 20, 2017

North Korea : The more missiles North Korea launches and tests, the greater the risk for military conflict — or worse. In short, relations between the United States and North Korea have significantly degraded this past year and it doesn’t look like things are going to improve anytime soon.

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 22, 2017

He began by discussing how Free Trade Agreements, along with labor costs and transportation rates, are among the three most critical elements to factor in when analyzing global supply chain decisions. The RCEP doesn’t cover labor laws, data, information services – just products. This is what China wants – and so it is the focal point.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2016

If they actually follow through on their promise and oil prices continue to rise next year, how will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in response? Russia, Iran, North Korea, and ISIS : Call them “The Unpredictables” (you can probably add China to the mix too).

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