On: April 24, 2023 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
The SAFE Port Act was enacted to protect U.S. ports and international supply chains from security threats. This article outlines the different strategies included in the act, such as increased cargo inspections, improved data sharing, and cooperation between U.S. and foreign ports.
On: March 27, 2023 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
The last several years, more companies have started to shift away from a linear supply chain and toward a circular supply chain, where materials, products and waste are recycled, reused or repurposed. The goal is to keep resources in use for as long as possible, reducing waste and minimizing the need for new raw materials.
On: February 22, 2023 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Over the last few years, logistics managers have been forced to adapt and adjust to a number of global challenges. Here are some of the lessons they learned in 2022 that should continue to guide them as we move through the new year.
On: December 19, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Global supply chain disruptions have become part of doing business internationally the last several decades. And as we look toward the future—to the era of autonomous vehicles, drones and robots that work beside humans—new challenges are ahead.
On: October 24, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Traditional supply chains operate rigidly and don't respond well to change, which we've seen play out in negative ways over the last several years. Here are nine areas where flexibility can be built into the supply chain, creating a way for companies to respond when things don't go exactly as planned.
On: September 19, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Supply, demand, process and environmental ecosystems are the four pillars of supply chain operational risk. Build a resilient supply chain by understanding how to identify and manage the risks related to these key areas.
On: August 26, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones are being increasingly used by the freight and logistics industry, assisting during various points in the supply chain, including warehouse operations, shuttling goods between distribution centers and last-mile delivery.
On: June 29, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Supply chain risk management is a way for companies to plan for and prepare to react to supply chain disruptions. Many disruptions companies face are out of their control—weather, global conflict, decisions made by third-party partners—but by anticipating disruptions and being prepared to react, companies can minimize the financial toll.
On: February 14, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
A growing number of importers, exporters and transport companies are using e-auctions to find the most competitive prices for goods and services. E-auctions use internet-based technology to help select suppliers based on price alone or on other criteria that are important to the buyer.
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