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Image via Flickr by e-MagineArt.com It was recently discovered that a GlaxoSmithKline pharmaceutical plant located in Ireland, held contaminated drug ingredients that possibly affected supplies of weight-loss drugs shipped to the United States and Puerto Rico. The supplies have since been recalled; however, according to Reuters, officials believe the plant didn’t act fast enough for…
Image via Flickr by ** RCB ** Recalls are common, however, cases where products caused loss of life are rare and should be treated carefully. There’s no greater PR nightmare than a product that causes death – and decapitation, no less.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure you’re logged in and…
Image via Flickr by Rafael Gomez A new study by Stratfor Global Intelligence concludes that China is stepping down from its unofficial position as the go to cheap labor source of the world, and other developing countries are now emerging as a replacement option for global manufacturers in need of a cheap labor source. By…
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,…
Image via Flickr by TheHealthyShoppers TGW has capitalized on a deal prompted by Swiss Coop Group. Swiss Coop Group is looking to significantly reduce their carbon footprint while maximizing profits and they have awarded the task of creating a fully automated system to TGW.Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure you’re…
Image via Flickr jurvetson China has become the leading manufacturer of goods in the world, but economic changes in the country are causing a shift in thought. For instance, wages for Chinese workers have tripled over the course of the past decade. This is causing manufacturers to move some outsourcing to countries where worker wages…