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The Increasing Role of Climate Change in Supply Chain Disruptions

NC State SCRC

Major supply chain disruptions due to weather related incidents are on the rise, and one can’t dismiss these as a “once in a century” event any more. Gulf Coast export PVC prices were assessed at $1,900 a metric tonne for the week of Sept. I was wondering why there were empty shelves of Gatorade Zero, my favorite drink!).

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Measuring resiliency through Resilinc’s R Score®

Resilinc

Over the last three years, it has become painfully obvious that unexpected risks can erupt into massive, costly supply chain disruptions. Then, consumer demand rebounded in ways that defied historical patterns, leading to logistics congestion, labor shortages, and semiconductor allocations for automakers.

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E2open Releases Annual Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

E2open

Report outlines approach to corporate purpose and sustainability, and the value it provides to clients’ ESG goals AUSTIN, Texas – Oct. The report covers data and metrics for e2open’s 2022 fiscal year (FY22), March 1, 2021, through February 28, 2022, unless otherwise noted. 10, 2022 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc.

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Managing Legal Aspects of the Implications of a Hurricane on the Supply Chain

Material Handling & Logistics

Early data shows that most supply managers believe that Hurricane Harvey, which caused widespread destruction in south Texas and the closure of the Port of Houston, will impact supply chains in coming months. Effective communication should help enable effective collaboration.

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Highlights of Kinexions 2022 Customer Conference- Part Two

Supply Chain Matters

Nada Sanders, Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management, School of Business, Northeastern University. Morgan Swink , West Chair and Professor of Supply Chain Management, Texas Christian University. Pascal Van Hentenryck , A. Russell Chandler III Chair and Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology.

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Five Advanced Technologies That Are Revolutionizing Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

Already upended for two years by the COVID-19 pandemic, the worldwide logistics industry is facing new challenges. While demand is high, ongoing product shortages continue to cause supply chain disruptions, create unpredictable shopping behaviors and drive rapid delivery expectations.

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Halal Cluster Network: Connecting regional halal clusters

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported having a clear overall plan for digital transformation. Whilst 50% of respondents agreed that their use of data/analytics/AI/ML will be central to adjusting more effectively to dramatic supply chain disruptions.