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Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Terrorism : The recent terrorist attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, coupled with the ongoing instability in Syria and Iraq and the spread of ISIS, have raised the risk for terrorism-related supply chain disruptions in 2016.

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Behind the Numbers of the SCRC Supply Management Index

NC State SCRC

Examples might be a “state of the industry” report purchased from a consulting company or a publicly available database such as the Census of U.S. Category strategies are well communicated & drive local purchasing behavior & local supplier relationships. Cognizant Tech Solutions Corp. Manufacturers or the U.S.

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How Consumer Behavior is Changing

Enterra Insights

We’re seeing accelerated usage of omnichannel retail, pickup and home delivery is prospering, social influencers are growing in importance as is live eCommerce, subscription services are on the rise, and there’s a growing desire for smart ‘touchless’ solutions.” ” Footnotes. [1] What Does That Mean For CPG Brands?