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Image via Flickr by Thomas Good Supply chains are an integral part of any business. They harness what the product is as well as the company’s vision while adhering to the demands of the consumers and business partners. There are, however, risks associated with a supply chain, especially if the supply chain is global.Oops! You don’t have…
Image via Flickr by didbygraham Staples, a global retailer of office supplies and equipment, has found the perfect niche for using electric trucks within their fleet of almost 2,000 delivery vehicles. According to Staples director of fleet equipment Mike Payette, the trucks are ideal for short local delivery routes within cities where lots of stops…
Image via Flickr by Dominic Alves The Rana Plaza tragedy in Bangladesh serves as a warning to many fashion stores and clothing manufacturers — or at least it should. Far too few clothing producers know how or where their clothes are really made. H&M, in stark contrast, is both ethical and sustainable, and stands as…
Image via Flickr by prayitno According to a recent report by the World Economic Forum, global supply chain barriers found in administrative policies and government infrastructure have a greater impact on trade than tariffs and taxes. The research includes 18 case studies in various industries around the world and outlines several ways countries can work…
Image via Flickr by Aranami In the face of a $20 million budget gap, the U.S. Postal Service has announced its second rate hike to take effect in 2014. The latest announcement, on Nov. 14, included shipping rates for its flat rate services. A retail flat rate, padded flat rate, and priority express legal flat…
Image via Flickr by Jeepersmedia U.S. based Penske Logistics LLC just came to an agreement with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. to purchase Transfreight North America. Penske is an established leader in the logistics industry and this acquisition will place them to excel and rapidly grow. Both companies are customer focused with similar cultures. The acquisition…