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Image via Flickr by marcopako Millions of Americans grab a cup of coffee from Starbucks on their way to work each morning. In this niche market, smart business decisions mean this coffee chain stays on top in terms of sales. Starbucks leads the market with an efficient supply chain and careful attention to product sourcing.Oops!…
Image via Flickr by rijans In April, Bangladesh garment factories captured worldwide headlines when a factory collapsed, killing 1,200 workers. Just one day before the collapse, an engineer was arrested for his allegations of unsafe working conditions there. The vice president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association, Shahidulla Azim, told the Associated Press,…
Image via Flickr by Janitors Recent reports related to Apple’s iPhone 6 show the company is beefing up its manufacturing operations to support the impending smartphone launch.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure you’re logged in and try again, or contact support.
Image via Flickr by Victor1558 The Hackett Group, a global strategic business advisory and operations improvement firm, recently released a new study, entitled Borderless Business Environment – Driving New Pressure, Changing Priority for Procurement Leaders. In this study, the group reports that CEOs are challenged to do more with fewer resources continuing through 2013.Oops! You…
Image via Flickr AlishaV Amazon is testing online grocery shopping and delivery in key cities, and Walmart and several other grocers have implemented online grocery shopping with store pickup programs. This is a grocery shopping trend that will continue in 2017. Check out why it’s booming and how it’s affecting retail logistics.Oops! You don’t have…
Image via Flickr by Curimedia | P H O T O G R A P H Y Every Year, the CIPS Middle East Awards recognizes companies and individuals who excel in procurement and supply chain processes. A ceremony is held in May to present the awards in 11 categories, with an overall winner. In 2015,…