Enterprise-wide supply chain transformations begin with a clear articulation of business objectives that the program is expected to achieve. They expand into an analysis of revenue-accruing & cost-optimizing functions, and result in the identification of capabilities that the organization aspires to develop or enhance. Distillation of such ... (Read More)
The appliance manufacturer is betting on price increases, tighter cost controls and a leaner inventory to offset weak demand in 2012 (Read More)
Crude-oil futures rebound ahead of a weekly U.S. inventory report due out later in the day. (Read More)
My colleague John Westerveld wrote a blog recently titled "The mobile revolution hits the supply chain" in which he explores the impact of mobility, and tablets in particular, on the supply chain. This led me to think about the fortunes of the companies that provide mobility, particularly the hardware providers. But then Apple has changed [...] (Read More)
The need for transparency and reliable protection for consignments across the whole logistics supply chain is of vital importance. tesa® has responded to this challenge in developing the tesa® Security concept and a range of SecuritySeal adhesive tapes and labels which clearly show whether a shipment has completed its previous journey in the ... (Read More)
Under Armour is planning to slim its athletic-apparel product line to get a better grip on its inventory and to counter commodity pressure on its gross margin (Read More)
Crude oil futures edge higher ahead of the weekly U.S. inventory report due out later in the day. (Read More)
Chinese sportswear maker Li Ning said sold 750 million yuan ($119 million) of convertible bonds to U.S. buyout firm TPG Group and Singaporean sovereign wealth fund Government of Singapore Investment Corp., as it grapples with tough competition and inventory problems. (Read More)
It's now safe for retailers and carriers to start dropping prices on 2011 and early 2012 smartphone inventory. (Read More)
Above-average temperatures across the United States thus far are hurting retail sales, and retailers are running out of time to sell their winter inventory. (Read More)
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