You don't have permission to view this page! Make sure you're logged in and try again, or contact support.
…Carefully curated procurement & supply chain issues that make you look smart, sent to your inbox every week.
PLUS: Get the FREE Procurement Case Study when you subscribe: “How McDonald’s Overcame Global Supply Chain Obstacles”
Image via Flickr by Derek Blackadder South Africa’s economy is struggling to recover after a five-month strike by platinum miners. However, the effects of the strike are more far reaching than that. The price of precious metals around the world has gone up, and it is affecting the global economy. It could take several months…
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 todbaker As the U.S. embarks on its quest for energy independence, relatively new procedures for tapping into our vast supplies of natural gas buried in shale underneath states like Colorado and New York open up opportunities for companies such as Exxon Mobil and Sempra Energy to boost profits, and perhaps the…
Image via Flickr by Roberto Verzo For years, companies in the U.S. and Europe have turned to cheap labor forces in Asia to manufacture products. At the time, this was beneficial to the companies, which saved money and could offer cheaper products, and to the workers, who had access to jobs and job training that…
Image via Flickr by Invernesstrucker Perishables cause a headache for supply chains because of the need for refrigeration. However, consumers want fresh foods and companies must learn how to deliver with a cold chain to stay competitive. Let’s take a look at the delicate balance companies must achieve between costs, regulations, and speed.Oops! You don’t…
Image via Flickr avlxyz Many businesses have come to realize the benefits of lowering their carbon emissions. Not only is this practice good for the environment, but many companies also see increased profits as a result of their efforts. Ocean Spray Cranberries, for instance, cut delivery-related emissions by 20 percent and costs by 40 percent….