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Image via Flickr by jurvetson U.S. manufacturers are canceling out global competition and providing a much-needed boost to the American economy with their increase in April production rates. The data show a trend toward a recovering manufacturing sector, as well as a healthy future. Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure…
Image via Flickr Iqbal Osman1 JDA Software Group is one of the leading providers of retail and supply chain planning solutions. The company serves more than 4,000 customers around the world. JDA does this by creating customized solutions for each customer to help control costs, optimize processes, and maximize revenue at every point in the…
Image via Flickr jeepersmedia/ Several fast food chains are reconsidering their animal welfare programs because consumers are starting to show that they care about this issue. Wendy’s is the most recent company to make changes to its supply chain in order to improve the treatment of animals. The fast food company just announced it will…
Image via Flickr by Rubber Dragon Undoubtedly, e-commerce has changed consumer marketing, retail stores, pricing structures, and the general shopping landscape. Almost six percent of all retail commerce is now done online. However, it is also forcing logistics executives to rethink how they operate warehouse facilities, truck routes, and even loading docks. Look at how…
Image via Flickr by JeepersMedia As a major automaker that does business in just about every corner of the world, Ford has the potential to make a substantial impact on global supply chains. The automaker’s forward-thinking Partnership for a Cleaner Environment (PACE) program does just that by encouraging supply chain transparency and environmentally conscious approaches…
Image via Flickr berkuspic One of the biggest challenges that many businesses face is figuring out the cheapest and most efficient method for shipping products to customers. Several tools are available for comparing ground shipping routes and prices, but this convenience didn’t exist for air shipping until this year. To help carriers determine fair air…