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Blurring Line Between Direct, Indirect Procurement Can Be 'Dangerous'

There's been a great myth sweeping across the world of procurement. It's come about as procurement technology has grown widespread and companies are vying for customers to sign onto their solutions. The myth takes the form of an eraser, scrubbing away the lines between direct and indirect procurement.

It's Not Enough to Want to Go Global – You Need to Know How

Over the past few decades, the rise of emerging markets - initially as sources of cheap labor and then as rapidly growing consumer markets and centers of capital investment and innovation - has caused most companies of size and stature to enlarge their global ambitions. But despite this concerted push to globalize, few companies are ready to build and run truly global organizations and operations.

136 Nations Ranked in Terms of Inflow of Foreign Direct Investment

Foreign direct investment has never been more important in catalyzing growth, whether in the developed or developing world. Although equity markets around the world have largely recovered since the financial crisis, global capital flows have contracted sharply. The Milken Institute's Global Opportunity Index provides policy makers and investors vital information on policies that can best attract foreign direct investment, expand economies and accelerate job creation. The index is also a guide for countries seeking to improve their business environments and attract investors who commit long-term capital, rather than move it around as a fleeting portfolio tactic.

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Dow: A Supply Chain Under Constant Change

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How Advanced Analytics Can Help Your Business

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Labor & Security Management in the Warehouse

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Environmental Defense Fund Offers Green Freight Handbook

The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has released its "Green Freight Handbook."

Demand for 'Green Chemistry' to Account for Largest Portion of Chemical Sales This Decade, Report Says

The market for so-called "safer chemistry" is set to outpace the overall global chemical market during the current decade. Companies are reducing their use and generation of hazardous substances, creating safer products and lowering the impact of processes on human health and the environment. The impetus comes from a combination of tightening regulations and demand from consumers for more sustainable products.

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Ocean Cargo Industry Expected to Need Another 42,500 Officers Over Next Five Years

Shipping will require an additional 42,500 officers by the end of 2019 to cope with the expected growth in the main cargo carrying fleet, equivalent to 7 percent growth over the five-year period. But the persistent shortage of officer crew is receding, according to the latest Manning report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

The Essentials of Supply-Chain Disaster Recovery

Bad things are bound to happen in your supply chain. Are you ready for them?

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APICS Announces New Affiliate and Sponsor Programs

APICS and APICS Supply Chain Council have expanded their offerings to members and affiliates.

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Modern Manufacturing In Its Fourth Major Upheaval

Industry 4.0 is more than just a flashy catchphrase. A confluence of trends and technologies promises to reshape the way things are made.

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