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Innovative Approaches to Supply Chain Risk

Kinaxis

A major earthquake in Taiwan. We have a problem.” The alternate source uses the same supplier in Taiwan. Efficiency programs like lean drove us to reduce suppliers and cut inventory. Mitigating Risk – inventory tracking and dual sourcing are considered to be the most effective risk mitigation strategies.

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Building Value Networks. Stopping the Backward Slide.

Supply Chain Shaman

I struggle to understand why innovation in supply chain networks stalled. Like a rocket ship traveling to Mars, a new press release popped into my email each day. Innovation for supply chain leaders in building value networks stalled. The Venture Capitalists skimmed profit but have not driven innovation. Get Involved.

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Restructuring Global Value Chains & Tariff Reduction – A Continuous Evolution for Supply Chains

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Seen optimistically, this challenging trade environment is a catalyst for a slew of innovative measures and creative tactics to mitigate tariff costs – although one could argue that supply chain optimization from a cost and performance perspective is something that firms should already be doing on an ongoing basis. Operational strategies.

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Peloton’s Supply Chain Strategy Turnabout

Supply Chain Matters

The company will henceforth outsource the manufacturing of its stationary exercise bikes and treadmills to a Taiwan based contract manufacturer. Production capabilities needed to support advanced design and product innovation. Containers of fitness equipment shipped from Asia were delayed by major port and inland logistics disruptions.

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36 innovative companies re-inventing and rethinking supply chain and logistics

6 River Systems

These 36 innovative companies have figured out how to hack their operations, gaining some financial or media recognition for their methods. Kick back, be inspired and happy innovating. The new facility will allow the company to offer two-day shipping to most (about 90%) of the U.S.

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The Cross-Border eCommerce Opportunity in Southeast Asia

Vinculum

The SE Asia ecommerce industry has shown that it is quick to take advantage of the latest ecommerce innovations and adopt new technologies. There is no need to set up any overseas entity and you can ship your products directly to Lazada’s fulfillment center in Hong Kong. Lazada claims commissions on sales that range from 1% to 4%.

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How to sell on Shopee – A complete guide for cross-border sellers

Vinculum

And, this paradigm shift can be attributed to technological advancements, breakthrough innovations, ever-evolving consumer buying behavior. Though with a humble beginning, Shopee has established its presence across most southeast ASEAN countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Korea.