03/12/2015
Overcoming the multifaceted obstacles of cross-border returns
While returns are difficult enough to manage locally and domestically, complications multiply when managing cross-border returns.
Supply Chain Management
01/12/2015
We need to stop passing up new grads and develop talented candidates in the supply chain industry
The supply chain industry is struggling to find the next top talent. Without more supply chain industry internships, however, top business students are struggling to get their supply chain and logistics careers started.
26/11/2015
Six ways you can effectively handle your SME’s international vendor relationships
When you decide to take advantage of the global supply chain to build your business, there will inevitably be challenges along the way. Knowing how to manage your international vendor relationships becomes key to ensuring your international business sails smoothly.
10/11/2015
Why you need to switch to a customer centric supply chain to stay competitive
In today’s demand driven omnichannel environment, there are many instances in which customer expectations are not satisfied. In large part, this occurs because companies’ supply chains are not designed to meet the new requirements of omnichannel distribution. A supply chain needs to be able to respond to customers’ demands by becoming “customer centric”.
09/11/2015
Build an intelligent supply chain by putting big data to work
Supply chains are becoming increasingly integrated and more intelligent. Collaboration, knowledge sharing and learning are at the center of intelligent supply chain management.
02/11/2015
Is there a place for old-fashioned values in today’s tech-driven supply chain world?
“Schwinn” had a magical name in the 1960s that became synonymous with bicycles. The brand had developed a great reputation for quality and durability. Over the intervening years, the processes and technologies have changed the industry, but is there still a place for good old-fashioned values in today’s tech driven supply chain world?
06/10/2015
How innovation in traceability is creating accountability in retail supply chain
Looking back on a crucial career decision of my own, some ten years ago, to shift from a purely commercial focus on supply chains towards what was then the new horizon of sustainability, I can say with confidence that conceptually, ‘responsible supply chain operations’ have made it into mainstream thinking.
01/10/2015
How new CBSA regulations impact your US-Canada trade activity
The security requirements at the Canada – United States border have been significantly enhanced since 9/11. The CBSA has now made submitting an eManifest mandatory in order to further sustain cross-border security requirements.
18/09/2015
5 methods to build a more efficient procurement strategy
Besides following a standard sourcing procedure, there are several actions companies must take to ensure that they have an efficient procurement strategy.
17/09/2015
Innovation in global cold chain transport is helping to reduce food and medical waste
Increasing demand and improving technological capabilities are helping to boost trade in goods such as pharmaceuticals, foods and other items that require global cold chain transport.