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Time to Think about Your Supply Chain’s Future

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Over 2500 years ago, the famous Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu stated, “Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.” ” Although I agree life involves a series of changes, letting things flow naturally does not make good business sense.

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Trends 2021: Megatrends, Part One

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Perhaps they’ve learned a lesson taught over 2500 years ago by 6th Century BC Chinese poet Lao Tzu, who wrote, “Those who have knowledge, don’t predict. Urbanization trends demand cities use resources more efficiently and effectively to improve the quality of urban life. Those who predict, don’t have knowledge.”

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Trends 2019: Let the Prediction Season Begin

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If you are looking for wisdom from the past, you might consider the 6th Century BC Chinese poet, Lao Tzu, who wrote, “Those who have knowledge, don’t predict. ” Lao may have been correct, but where’s the fun in that? Those who predict, don’t have knowledge.” Empowered consumers.