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Cloud Services Consultants: Friend or Foe?
Unless you are doing all your system configuration and implementation work internally, you'll be depending on consultants to get your cloud projects done. When consultants start doing dumb things, your project will be at risk. Even if they get your project done right, if they can't make a profit they'll eventually have to bail on you. The market for cloud consulting services is not healthy, even though it is growing like mad. This means you must do your homework and take your time.
Ocean Movement of Perishables Likely to Continue to Be Growing Market
Despite many adversities for the maritime sector over the last year, seaborne perishable reefer trade increased in 2015 -- and is forecast to grow further still in 2016. By 2020, seaborne reefer cargo will reach a staggering 120 million tonnes, increasing by an average of 2.5 percent per annum, according to the latest edition of the Reefer Shipping Market Review and Forecast 2016/17, published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.
China's Version of 'Supply-Side Reform' Not at All What Reagan Had in Mind
To understand policymaking in China, pay attention to the buzz phrases. The country's favorite economic slogan, "supply-side structural reform," just got its most international exposure so far, at the Group of 20 summit in Hangzhou.
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Samsung Supplies Controversial Lithium-Ion Batteries for Many Manufacturers of Portable Devices
After selling 2.5 million Galaxy Note 7 phablets in just two weeks, Samsung has issued a worldwide recall and temporary hold on sales because of battery overheating issues and danger of explosion. Since two-thirds of those batteries are manufactured by Samsung SDI, a supplier to many of the top brands of portable computing devices, this development could disrupt the supply chain for new devices for the rest of the year. Samsung SDI is one of the suppliers listed by Apple in their 2016 Supplier List, published in February.
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Anti-Trade Fever Likely to Carry the Day, Regardless of Who Wins White House Race
Anti-trade fervor is reaching heights we haven't seen since the Smoot–Hawley Tariff was passed in 1930.
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IAG Cargo Launches New Route to Tehran
IAG Cargo has commenced service from London to Tehran, Iran.
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Quote-to-Cash Solutions Crucial to Revenue Cycle
While the idea of B2B e-commerce has been around for some time, it is becoming increasingly important for companies to enable their digital selling channels. In fact, companies that are failing to invest in digital channels are quickly finding themselves uncompetitive in today business climate. Buyers have come to expect total omnichannel engagement.
Excellence in Speed, Scale and Value Required for Successful Digital Transformation
CEOs around the world are eager for digital transformation. Most understand why their companies need to transform, and most have a basic understanding of what must be done. But a fundamental question remains: how do they make it happen?
Apparel E-Tailer Lets You Try on Clothes Before Paying for Them
When you're in a changing room, if you're lucky there's a clerk nearby who'll grab another size for you if an item doesn't fit - while you stand waiting in your underwear, of course.
Samsung Smartphone Fires Latest in Long Line of Lithium-Ion Battery Problems
The Federal Aviation Administration, citing fire hazards, has warned against using Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones on aircraft. Three Australian airlines and the German carrier Lufthansa have outright banned their use onboard. But the threat of airliner fires is not limited to Samsung devices, which the company has offered to replace. And the hazard is far more than theoretical.
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In Today's Online World, Fashions Often Are Outdated Upon Arrival at Stores
New York City has just begun its sacred rites of retail. For its fashion week, which started Sept. 7th, tents go up, guests emerge from black cars, models sulk down catwalks and the wealthy and celebrated clap in unison. The point of all this is for designers to declare what will be "in" next spring. But for much of fashion retail, it is increasingly clear that something is out of place.
Allianz Group Unit Launches Inland Marine Insurance Product
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), the specialist corporate insurer of Allianz Group, has launched Transportation Block 2020, a comprehensive inland marine cargo insurance product.
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