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Supply Chain Talent is the Missing Link in the Race for Supply Chain 2020

Recently, I have been speaking about the global supply chain talent shortage in countries with over a 30-percent unemployment rate. The discussion of the lack of supply chain talent in countries where the attendees are struggling to find high-paying jobs feels awkward. For many, it almost seems surreal. They are fighting so hard for jobs for their families and friends. They are consumed by the fight. To hear someone talking about a talent gap in a field of high-paying jobs with good benefits is difficult for them to conceive. But, it is true.

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Proponents Go on the Road to Promote Adoption of E-Air

Momentum seems to be surging for the multilateral e-Air Waybill with the recent endorsement by the Airforwarders Association and the Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America.

Orbis Unveils New Generation of Reusable Packaging

Orbis Corp., a manufacturer of reusable packaging, has introduced the next generation of StakPaks.

Is the President's National Export Initiative a Dud?

It's been more than three years since the Obama Administration launched its National Export Initiative (NEI), with much ballyhoo. The stated goal of the massive effort was to double U.S. exports within five years - from $1.57tr in 2009 to a projected $3.14tn in 2015.

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3PLs Working Together? Really?! Ask Mondelez International!

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How to Make Your Forecast a Little Less Wrong

A conversation with Rick Davis, vice president of business planning with Kellogg USA.

Report: CPG Companies, Retailers Shift Focus to 'New Rules of Consumer Engagement'

Retailers and consumer packaged goods companies are dealing with new rules of consumer engagement as they seize opportunities from advanced technology and the digitally connected consumer, according to the 2013 Financial Performance Report by the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) and PwC US, titled Growth Strategies: Unlocking the Power of the Consumer.

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Food Wholesaler Saves Company with Demand Forecasting & Replenishment Solution

Challenge: A European food wholesaler faced negative growth amidst ailing economic conditions in Europe. A major customer threatened to leave because orders were not being filled reliably. Inaccurate demand forecasting was at the center of the problem. Conventional solutions only proved to increase inventory levels, decrease cash flow, and did nothing to improve customer satisfaction. The entire business was in jeopardy.

Omni-Channel Retailer Increases Supply Chain Visibility, Accelerates Growth

Challenge: Swedish retailer/wholesaler was having trouble navigating the difficulties of their multichannel supply chain. Inventory stock levels were climbing, and customers were disappointed because too much product was out of stock. Lack of visibility in forecasting was at the root of the problem.

Accenture Unveils New Mobility Platform for Consumer Goods

Accenture has introduced a new version of its Accenture CAS software for consumer-goods companies.

Complexity in Supply Chains Maximizes Risk

Everyone talks about risk in the supply chain, but the increasing complexity of it makes identifying and mitigating risks difficult. In fact, almost half of executives are afraid that their supply chain risk management is only somewhat effective or has no impact at all, according to a recent survey from Deloitte.

Boeing Sees Robust Growth in Orders for Aircraft Over Next 20 Years

Boeing projects the world aircraft fleet will double over the next 20 years, according to the company's annual Current Market Outlook.

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