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Image via Flickr by Mike Poresky The best procurement experts are continuously seeking out the most cost-effective procurement sources. Even when the supply chain runs seamlessly and achieves best costs, there are always alternatives that could offer better benefits to your overall operations and profits. If It’s Not Broke… Why would you actively search for…
Image via Flickr by Cesar Rincon In the late 1980s, things looked good for the newly formed corporation Unisys. The company was boosting its workforce, increasing its product offerings, and acquiring other companies, such as Timeplex. It seemed Unisys would soon be challenging the computer giant IBM for top spot among U.S. computer manufacturers.Oops! You…
Image via Flickr We have moved! Please visit /highwaysengland Freight truck volume in the U.S. is projected to double over the next decade. This causes significant concern for the environment, road maintenance costs, and highway traffic congestion. Many believe, however, that more trucks are a necessity for economic growth. Take a look at this two-sided…
Image via Flickr by andjohan We’ve all heard news reports about companies shutting down their US factories and moving those jobs overseas, causing hundreds and thousands of Americans to become unemployed. How could outsourcing possibly be good for the local economy when it immediately results in lost jobs?Oops! You don’t have permission to view this…
Image via Flickr aushiker In 2015, ocean cargo rates for contracts on major East-West routes saw a sharp decline. As a result, carrier profits have been suffering. Contract rates have fallen because of lower fuel costs, more carrier competition, and surplus vessel capacity. Take a look at what this means for the transportation industry now…
Image via Flickr by Bitterjug Tech companies are vulnerable. They’re a part of an industry that’s already tasked with remaining competitive in an ever-changing market. Not only do they face the pressure to fulfil orders while ensuring supplier costs are low, they also experience external threats as well.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this…