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5 Steps to Address the Rising Geopolitical Risks to Your Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

My recent conversations with the supply chain practitioners are dominated by supply chain risk — specifically geopolitical risks in light of the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Let us dive deeper into how supply chains are getting disrupted. Europe relies on Russia for around 35% of its natural gas.

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Three Months after Tianjin, the Area is Still Reeling.

Elementum

China’s Tianjin port suffered a devastating explosion in August which left many manufacturers, insurers and shipping supply chains crippled. New productions are also in line in Slovakia, Austria and Brazil. Supply Chain and Shipping. We take a look at the lasting consequences. Cut Downs and Losses.

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Freeports: The 2022 Guide

Unleashed

We answer all these questions and more – including how inventory management software will help you manage your supply chain for your freeport warehouse or factory. Freeports are government designated zones usually located around shipping ports and/or airports. In this 2022 guide to freeports: What is a freeport?

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Doing Business in Poland

QAD

Poland’s bordering countries include Belarus, Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Russia, Slovakia and Ukraine. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. Its prime location in Europe makes it an ideal location for shipping across Europe or Asia. Located east of Germany in Central Europe, Poland is about 312,685 sq.

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Doing Business in the Czech Republic

QAD

In 1993, the country split into two components, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The Czech Republic is a land-locked country in central Europe between Germany, Poland, Slovakia and Austria. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. Its major export partners are Germany, Poland, Slovakia, France, the U.K.,

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Download now: 3PL Subway Map Europe 2016

Supply Chain Movement

these are the main conclusions from Supply Chain Movement’s annual study as the basis for the 3pl subway map europe 2016, which shows the specific services of the most important logistics service providers. These mergers and acquisitions are reflected on the Supply Chain Movement 3PL Subway Map Europe. Saint Lucia.

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Strategic moves among logistics providers

Supply Chain Movement

these are the main conclusions from Supply Chain Movement’s annual study as the basis for the 3pl subway map europe 2016, which shows the specific services of the most important logistics service providers. These mergers and acquisitions are reflected on the Supply Chain Movement 3PL Subway Map Europe. Saint Lucia.