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XPO Logistics (XPO) to Acquire Con-way (CNW)

Supply Chain Network

The transaction will enhance XPO’s range of supply chain solutions by making XPO the second largest less-than-truckload (LTL) provider in North America, and will expand the company’s global contract logistics platform. XPO and Con-way both have e-fulfillment contract logistics platforms in North America and Europe.

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Inventory Management Strategies of 7 Successful Firms

Unleashed

Some key aspects of how Ikea manages its supply chain – from suppliers to the shop floor – are: Supplier relationships : Ikea creates close and often long-term relationships with suppliers – which means they can secure quality materials at lower prices. Gap’s inventory management strategy Gap Inc.