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How Companies Are Tackling the Challenge of Risk Management

A conversation with corporate thought leaders about the growing awareness of the need for a vigorous supply-chain risk-management effort, and how they're working to achieve that goal.

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FDA Prohibits Third Plant Operated by Indian Pharmaceutical Manufacturer to Export to U.S.

It's strike three for India's Wockhardt, which has had a third plant in its home country banned from exporting to the U.S.

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Hiring in Logistics, Transportation Rebounds in July from June Slump

United States transportation and logistics companies added 11,700 jobs for the month in July 2016, according to the latest preliminary data from the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

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100 Great Supply Chain Partners: Something to Shout About!

If our annual 100 Great Supply Chain Partners is about anything, it's about sending a giant thank-you note, in a very public way, to a business partner that has demonstrably helped your business. Whether the partner you single out for recognition is involved in logistics and transportation, technology or in some other aspect of supply chain management, their efforts helped you immeasurably while you concentrated on your core business. And they deserve a shout-out and a public salute.

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AAPA Honors Memory of Helen Delich Bentley

The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) has paid tribute to Helen Delich Bentley, who died on Aug. 6 at the age of 92. Bentley was a former chair of the Federal Maritime Commission, a U.S. congresswoman from Maryland, a journalist and lobbyist.

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Website Devoted to Energy Efficiency in Maritime Projects

The IMO has launched Glomeep.imo.org, a website with information about energy-efficient technologies - covering areas such as machinery, propulsion systems, hull improvements and energy recovery.

Makers of Vaccines in China Face New Logistics Regulations

Sanofi provided insight into the logistics hurdles faced by vaccine makers in China after distribution and sales rule changes were made in response to illegal vaccine sales.

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Corporate America Does About-Face, Moves Back Downtown

For decades, many of the nation's biggest companies staked their futures far from the fraying downtowns of aging East Coast and Midwestern cities. One after another, they decamped for sprawling campuses in the suburbs and exurbs. Now, corporate America is moving in the other direction.

Vizio Finds Too Much Static in Holding Suppliers to Labor, Environmental Standards

Vizio Inc. puts more trust into third-party contractors than many television companies. Rather than relying on its own factories, the Irvine firm has outside manufacturers do the handiwork, allowing Vizio to lower costs for itself and consumers.

How Dynamic Discounting Solutions Ease Regulatory Concerns

As global companies increasingly explore dynamic discounting solutions to improve their operating income and provide much needed working capital flows to their supply chain, questions often arise about how government regulations and accounting standards come into play.

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One-Year Extension Announced on Filing Information on Airfreight Destined for U.S.

Making it mandatory for airlines and freight forwarders to file advanced information about cargo loaded onto aircraft bound for the United States seemed like a foregone conclusion several years ago, but U.S. Customs late last month announced plans to extend a pilot program testing the concept for another year.

Six Logistics Best Practices to Follow When Expanding Internationally

A logistics network is like a complex machine. When all the parts mesh and work properly, you have an efficient system that moves freight seamlessly across borders. But remove one piece - or let it get even slightly out of alignment - and the whole supply chain can grind to a halt.

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How a Leading U.S. Floral Distribution Company Reduced Warehouse Labor Costs by 45% with RFID

Recycled Tagging Fasteners: Small Changes Make a Big Impact

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Enhancing High-Value Electronics Shipment Security with Tive's Real-Time Tracking

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