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Image via Flickr by Enkhtuvshin’s 5DmkII In May 2015, Accenture Federal Services announced that they had acquired Javelin Group. Specific details about the deal were not disclosed to the public. With the acquisition, Accenture plans to expand their capabilities to better help companies and brands with digital transformations, particularly in the international market. The deal…
Image via Flickr by Grandma & Grandpa T. Not long ago, people became supply chain employees through another outlet such as an MBA. Now, more schools are responding to job opportunities in the industry and are offering degree programs to fill the needs within the industry. Businessweek suggests that careers within the supply chain are…
Image via Flickr by vwb5 Coca-Cola is the largest beverage company in the U.S. and the world. 60 percent of their revenue is generated from international markets, and they have a goal of doubling profits by 2020. Part of that plan involves further expansion into China. Coca Cola believes there is great opportunity there because…
Image via Flickr by epSos.ed In a recent interview, General Electric CEO Jeffrey Immett said that Americans of his generation looked to Europe for innovations in energy creation and use. In the future, though, Americans will look to China.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure you’re logged in and try again,…
Image via Flickr Mapbox Uber revolutionized the way that people travel from one place to another with its app that connects passengers and drivers. Now, the company has entered the long-haul freight industry with hopes of making the same strides for freight. Check out Uber Freight and its plans for the future of freight booking.Oops!…
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…