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The agile supply chain is back in trend. But this time it’s for real!

Supply Chain Trend

There is indeed a difference if I locally acquire and produce short shelf-life milk, with high volume and stable consumer demand, or innovative technology products, with a six-month life cycle and components sourced from all over the world. Even within the same company, it is wise to apply different supply chain strategies.

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History and Evolution of Supply Chain and Logistics

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Logistics was first applied and recognised in military operations, its most significant impact is felt through the functions of production, distribution and consumption (Rodrigue and Slack, 2002). It is perhaps essential to remember that logistics within supply chain management is constantly evolving to meet consumer demands.

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367: Going Beyond Visibility – Unveiling The Invisible

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’ After falling into accounting and freight forwarding in 1999, she started working with CargoWise in the USA market in 2002. Now, the consumer demands it and there’s no way around it. Guest Bio: Amna Shah migrated to the U.S. at 16 to pursue the ‘American Dream.’ You have to give them the visibility.

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Seasoned Leadership in Actionâ„¢ Interview Excerpts: Lessons Learned by Global Leaders

Supply Chain Game Changer

In business we need to be able to support this improved freedom by having solutions that are flexible and support consumer demand and desires. In reality, a few abrupt moves and getting laid off in 2001 by Dell drove a sharp left-hand turn in my career in 2002 that evolved to where I am today.