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In the 1990s, the... http://www.scmr.com/article/357151-Voice_of_the_Supply_Chain_Norbert_Ore.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/357151-Voice_of_the_Supply_Chain_Norbert_Ore.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT Few supply chain leaders have the clout that Norbert Ore has. 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But despite that (or maybe because of it), supply chain management continues to... http://www.scmr.com/article/357174-Supply_Management_Strategies_for_Turbulent_Times.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/357174-Supply_Management_Strategies_for_Turbulent_Times.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 06:00:00 GMT Supply management professionals can't predict what's going to happen in today's volatile... http://www.scmr.com/article/353973-Logistics_business_NRF_and_Department_of_Commerce_report_August_retail_sales_are_up.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/353973-Logistics_business_NRF_and_Department_of_Commerce_report_August_retail_sales_are_up.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:09:00 GMT Retail sales in August went up for the first time in six... http://www.scmr.com/article/339606-New_program_to_save_time_and_money_on_empty_mile_hauls.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/339606-New_program_to_save_time_and_money_on_empty_mile_hauls.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:47:00 GMT A nonprofit group has produced a new program designed to cut back on so-called "empty miles," or... http://www.scmr.com/article/329882-Logistics_and_business_manufacturing_Signs_are_positive_but_economic_recovery_needs_time.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329882-Logistics_and_business_manufacturing_Signs_are_positive_but_economic_recovery_needs_time.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:50:00 GMT While some economic indicators paint an optimistic picture for recovery, supply chain and... http://www.scmr.com/article/346292-Aligning_Finance_and_Procurement_to_Strengthen_Corporate_Financial_Health.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346292-Aligning_Finance_and_Procurement_to_Strengthen_Corporate_Financial_Health.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:00:00 GMT The recession may be ending, but it's not done yet, and in this current economy, the... http://www.scmr.com/article/330027-OCR_or_e_Invoicing_Making_the_Right_Choice_for_your_Organization.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330027-OCR_or_e_Invoicing_Making_the_Right_Choice_for_your_Organization.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 14:19:00 GMT Processing invoice receipts and payments can be a tedious task without some sort of automation... http://www.scmr.com/article/330738-It_Always_Pays_To_Read_the_Fine_Print.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330738-It_Always_Pays_To_Read_the_Fine_Print.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:21:00 GMT Considering how many agreements are forged between parties participating in a company's supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/329269-ISM_NMI_Slips_in_July.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329269-ISM_NMI_Slips_in_July.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:05:00 GMT The non-manufacturing sector took a somewhat unexpected slip in July, but the Institute for... http://www.scmr.com/article/329230-ISM_Positive_PMI_is_Imminent.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329230-ISM_Positive_PMI_is_Imminent.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:58:00 GMT The economy is still "contracting," like it has been for the past 18 months. Believe it or not,... http://www.scmr.com/article/330783-In_the_Cloud_Supply_Chain_Management_for_Outsourced_Manufacturing.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330783-In_the_Cloud_Supply_Chain_Management_for_Outsourced_Manufacturing.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:37:00 GMT How often have you heard the term "cloud" computing but not really known what it was or how it... http://www.scmr.com/article/329514-Procurement_Best_Practices_A_Smart_Way_to_Save_Money.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329514-Procurement_Best_Practices_A_Smart_Way_to_Save_Money.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:12:00 GMT Supply chain managers looking to cut costs should never overlook procurement practices as a good... http://www.scmr.com/article/329960-Unlocking_Value_through_the_Supplier_Scorecard.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329960-Unlocking_Value_through_the_Supplier_Scorecard.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT For those looking to improve their supplier relationships, produce greater collaboration and... http://www.scmr.com/article/329231-ISM_Non_Manufacturing_Continues_Upward_Climb.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329231-ISM_Non_Manufacturing_Continues_Upward_Climb.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:36:00 GMT Non-manufacuring indexes in June continue to creep toward positive territory, according to the... http://www.scmr.com/article/329549-ISM_Slow_but_steady_economic_improvement.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329549-ISM_Slow_but_steady_economic_improvement.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:33:00 GMT The latest Institute for Supply Management report shows the economy is still on track to... http://www.scmr.com/article/346295-GM_Was_Out_of_Alignment.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346295-GM_Was_Out_of_Alignment.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT Now that GM has declared bankruptcy, the post-mortem begins. A big problem may have been the... http://www.scmr.com/article/346284-The_Online_Education_Evolution.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346284-The_Online_Education_Evolution.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT Online and “distance learning” have opened up new possibilities for supply chain... http://www.scmr.com/article/329895-How_Cisco_succeeds_at_global_risk_management.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329895-How_Cisco_succeeds_at_global_risk_management.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT Supply chains have become increasingly vulnerable to disruptions, from natural disasters to the... http://www.scmr.com/article/330060-How_to_spot_and_Help_an_At_risk_supplier.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330060-How_to_spot_and_Help_an_At_risk_supplier.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT Current economic realities make one thing clear: today's business continuity needs cannot be met... http://www.scmr.com/article/330584-Lifelong_Educator_John_J_Coyle.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330584-Lifelong_Educator_John_J_Coyle.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT “The things you're talking about aren't important.” That was the blunt input from a senior... http://www.scmr.com/article/330955-Channel_Management_Breaking_the_Destructive_Growth_Cycle.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330955-Channel_Management_Breaking_the_Destructive_Growth_Cycle.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMT In a slowing economy, many companies find themselves caught up in a destructive growth cycle... http://www.scmr.com/article/330802-CFOs_Survival_Trumps_Profits_Supply_Chain_Growing_in_Popularity.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330802-CFOs_Survival_Trumps_Profits_Supply_Chain_Growing_in_Popularity.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:46:00 GMT A new survey of more than 500 chief financial officers shows companies are taking defensive... http://www.scmr.com/article/330407-Logistics_and_Business_Manufacturing_Economic_Data_Presents_Mixed_Views_for_Recovery.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330407-Logistics_and_Business_Manufacturing_Economic_Data_Presents_Mixed_Views_for_Recovery.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 18:04:00 GMT Think we're on the fast track to financial recovery? Not so fast, according to the latest round... http://www.scmr.com/article/330014-The_New_Economy_as_a_Driver_to_Renegotiate_Outsourcing_Deals.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330014-The_New_Economy_as_a_Driver_to_Renegotiate_Outsourcing_Deals.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:28:00 GMT Is the current economy prompting you to consider renegotiating transactions you finished prior... http://www.scmr.com/article/329930-VICS_Names_Achievement_Award_Winners.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329930-VICS_Names_Achievement_Award_Winners.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:00:00 GMT The Voluntary Interindustry Commerce Solutions Association (VICS) acknowledged many well-known... http://www.scmr.com/article/330929-The_Myths_and_Realities_of_Services_Procurement.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330929-The_Myths_and_Realities_of_Services_Procurement.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:44:00 GMT With the significant investment companies make in services, it's a wonder so few are looking in... http://www.scmr.com/article/330511-ISM_Upward_Trend_Continues.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330511-ISM_Upward_Trend_Continues.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:04:00 GMT New orders were up in May, a sure sign that things are starting to turn around, according to the... http://www.scmr.com/article/330585-Survey_China_No_Longer_Worth_It_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330585-Survey_China_No_Longer_Worth_It_.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 22 May 2009 14:56:00 GMT According to a recent survey by AMR Research, companies are finding operations in China to be... http://www.scmr.com/article/329818-New_Free_E_Book_Explores_Performance_Based_Outsourcing.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329818-New_Free_E_Book_Explores_Performance_Based_Outsourcing.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 18 May 2009 14:15:00 GMT Most companies either outsource some of their operations or have at least thought about it at... http://www.scmr.com/article/330445-The_Apparel_Industry_Needs_a_Better_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330445-The_Apparel_Industry_Needs_a_Better_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 12 May 2009 18:36:00 GMT A recent report by AMR Research shows apparel manufacturers are spending less on IT, and... http://www.scmr.com/article/330370-Put_Your_Own_Best_Practices_to_Work_Sharing_Ideas_Through_a_Center_of_Supply_Chain_Excellence.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330370-Put_Your_Own_Best_Practices_to_Work_Sharing_Ideas_Through_a_Center_of_Supply_Chain_Excellence.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 11 May 2009 18:49:00 GMT If you are interested in tapping into your employees' best practices, consider setting up Center... http://www.scmr.com/article/330083-Logistics_News_LM_Survey_Shows_Supply_Chain_Redesign_Still_Top_Priority.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330083-Logistics_News_LM_Survey_Shows_Supply_Chain_Redesign_Still_Top_Priority.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 08 May 2009 15:53:00 GMT Oil prices may have slacked off compared to the record-high levels of last summer, but a recent... http://www.scmr.com/article/329672-Video_What_the_Stimulus_Plan_will_Mean_for_the_Green_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329672-Video_What_the_Stimulus_Plan_will_Mean_for_the_Green_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 07 May 2009 17:14:00 GMT One of the hallmarks of President Barack Obama's first 100 days in office is the... http://www.scmr.com/article/330530-Logistics_and_Supply_Chain_New_Accenture_research_looks_at_master_capabilities_for_supply_chain_efficiency.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330530-Logistics_and_Supply_Chain_New_Accenture_research_looks_at_master_capabilities_for_supply_chain_efficiency.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 07 May 2009 15:34:00 GMT A new research study released this week examines the link between supply chain capability and... http://www.scmr.com/article/330566-ISM_Good_and_Bad_News_for_2009.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330566-ISM_Good_and_Bad_News_for_2009.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 05 May 2009 19:13:00 GMT The overall picture of 2009 will not be pleasant, according to the Institute for Supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/330902-Panjiva_to_Help_With_Offshoring.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330902-Panjiva_to_Help_With_Offshoring.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 04 May 2009 14:32:00 GMT Panjiva's new partnership with Sinosure is designed to make sourcing from China more... http://www.scmr.com/article/330395-ISM_We_ve_seen_the_bottom.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330395-ISM_We_ve_seen_the_bottom.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 17:54:00 GMT No, the manufacturing sector hasn't climbed up into "growth" territory yet, but April's report... http://www.scmr.com/article/346302-Outperforming_the_Market_Price_Reductions.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346302-Outperforming_the_Market_Price_Reductions.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT In a period of declining market prices, procurement organizations must deliver and measure price... http://www.scmr.com/article/346278-10_New_Ideas_for_Generating_Value.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346278-10_New_Ideas_for_Generating_Value.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT Running low on ideas on how your supply chain can bring new value to the business and to your... http://www.scmr.com/article/346276-Focus_on_Revenues_Too.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346276-Focus_on_Revenues_Too.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT By  paying more attention to the revenue side, supply chain professionals can help their... http://www.scmr.com/article/329438-The_DODSC_Dynamic_On_Demand_Supply_Chain_A_Practical_Application.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329438-The_DODSC_Dynamic_On_Demand_Supply_Chain_A_Practical_Application.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT A Dynamic On-Demand Supply Chain (DODSC) combines proven techniques like lean and Six Sigma with... http://www.scmr.com/article/329751-In_Pursuit_of_Procurement_Excellence_An_Interview_with_Randy_Watson_of_A_T_Kearney.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329751-In_Pursuit_of_Procurement_Excellence_An_Interview_with_Randy_Watson_of_A_T_Kearney.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT What are the hallmarks of procurement and supply management excellence? What are the leaders... http://www.scmr.com/article/330029-End_to_End_Evangelist_Angel_Mendez.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330029-End_to_End_Evangelist_Angel_Mendez.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT “There are several members of my staff who are a bit unconventional.” That's the cheerful... http://www.scmr.com/article/330236-Cross_Functional_Collaboration_Believe_In_It_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330236-Cross_Functional_Collaboration_Believe_In_It_.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT Looking to gain a competitive advantage from your supplier relationships? For this to happen,... http://www.scmr.com/article/330245-Technology_s_Role_in_Risk_Management.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330245-Technology_s_Role_in_Risk_Management.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT Risk management is getting new attention in the wake of current economic woes. You need to... http://www.scmr.com/article/330421-What_Makes_a_Modern_Supply_Chain_Professional_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330421-What_Makes_a_Modern_Supply_Chain_Professional_.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 01 May 2009 06:00:00 GMT Where does business go to find the right talent to build a 21st century supply chain... http://www.scmr.com/article/330454-Report_Companies_Need_More_Supply_Chain_Visibility_and_Control.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330454-Report_Companies_Need_More_Supply_Chain_Visibility_and_Control.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:17:00 GMT According to this new report from The Aberdeen Group, supply chain visibility is a real problem,... http://www.scmr.com/article/329410-Swine_Flu_May_Give_Shippers_One_More_Worry.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329410-Swine_Flu_May_Give_Shippers_One_More_Worry.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:23:00 GMT Transport and logistics analysts are questioning many of the measures now in place to respond to... http://www.scmr.com/article/329555-LISP_Logistics_Information_Space_Paradigm.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329555-LISP_Logistics_Information_Space_Paradigm.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 18:57:00 GMT Maintaining the chain of custody with your shipping containers is essential to a working supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/329298-Risk_a_Greater_Problem_Now_in_Global_Sourcing.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329298-Risk_a_Greater_Problem_Now_in_Global_Sourcing.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:29:00 GMT It's no picnic for any facet of the supply chain right now, given the current state of the... http://www.scmr.com/article/330979-A_Brighter_Future_for_S_OP.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330979-A_Brighter_Future_for_S_OP.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:25:00 GMT It's likely that the future will mean a stronger emphasis on forecasting and advance planning,... http://www.scmr.com/article/330039-BDP_Survey_Protectionism_Will_Worsen_Recession.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330039-BDP_Survey_Protectionism_Will_Worsen_Recession.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:57:00 GMT According to the results of this survey, protectionism is the biggest threat to the future of... http://www.scmr.com/article/329863-Logistics_and_manufacturing_business_Economy_still_has_ways_to_go_despite_recent_signs_of_optimism.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329863-Logistics_and_manufacturing_business_Economy_still_has_ways_to_go_despite_recent_signs_of_optimism.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 19:20:00 GMT Despite some recent economic indicators that portend some optimism for an economic recovery,... http://www.scmr.com/article/329290-Take_the_Supply_Chain_Talent_Survey.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329290-Take_the_Supply_Chain_Talent_Survey.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:30:00 GMT Interested in supply chain talent issues? Take this 15-minute survey by AMR... http://www.scmr.com/article/330750-Logistics_and_manufacturing_business_ISM_manufacturing_report_indicates_contraction_is_still_occurring.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330750-Logistics_and_manufacturing_business_ISM_manufacturing_report_indicates_contraction_is_still_occurring.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 17:53:00 GMT While economic activity in the manufacturing sector did not grow for the 14th consecutive month,... http://www.scmr.com/article/346300-Global_Shipping_Get_Ready_for_the_Upturn.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346300-Global_Shipping_Get_Ready_for_the_Upturn.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT The time to start planning for better economic times is now. For global shippers, the process... http://www.scmr.com/article/346293-Procurement_Links_Can_Prove_Profitable.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346293-Procurement_Links_Can_Prove_Profitable.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT Getting procurement involved more early and often in the product pricing decision can exert a... http://www.scmr.com/article/346289-Cash_is_King_Improving_Working_Capital.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346289-Cash_is_King_Improving_Working_Capital.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT With the decline in the credit market, companies have to learn how to work with good... http://www.scmr.com/article/346288-The_See_through_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346288-The_See_through_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT Evolving technologies, bundled and co-mingled with appropriate processes and incentives, now... http://www.scmr.com/article/346282-The_Answers_are_Downstream.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346282-The_Answers_are_Downstream.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT Looking to improve demand planning and future sales performance? One place you might not think... http://www.scmr.com/article/339267-How_to_Recession_Proof_Your_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/339267-How_to_Recession_Proof_Your_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT When a recession hits, customers can reduce your revenues and stop your outbound product flow... http://www.scmr.com/article/329824-Prioritizing_Your_Supply_Chain_Investments.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329824-Prioritizing_Your_Supply_Chain_Investments.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT To make supply chain progress, you can't stand still. You need to invest in upgrading processes... http://www.scmr.com/article/329880-Supply_Chain_Scientist_William_R_Killingsworth.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329880-Supply_Chain_Scientist_William_R_Killingsworth.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT Bill Killingsworth applies the rigor of scientific analysis to a range of supply change... http://www.scmr.com/article/330000-IP_in_the_New_Economy.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330000-IP_in_the_New_Economy.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT Supply chain managers need to think about the future of intellectual property (IP), no matter... http://www.scmr.com/article/330135-In_Times_of_Uncertainty_Focus_on_the_Future.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330135-In_Times_of_Uncertainty_Focus_on_the_Future.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:00:00 GMT Predicting the future is an inexact science at best. And it's likely to stay that way if we keep... http://www.scmr.com/article/346303-The_Tax_Efficient_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346303-The_Tax_Efficient_Supply_Chain.php?rssid=20472 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT Multinational corporations have a golden opportunity to reduce their overall tax burden without... http://www.scmr.com/article/346294-The_S_OP_Rudder.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346294-The_S_OP_Rudder.php?rssid=20472 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT It's easy to make spur-of-the-moment knee-jerk decisions in a tanking economy. But sticking to... http://www.scmr.com/article/346283-Seven_Ways_to_Build_Your_Negotiating_Strength.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/346283-Seven_Ways_to_Build_Your_Negotiating_Strength.php?rssid=20472 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT When sourcing a product or service, companies often find that they're not dealing from a... http://www.scmr.com/article/329864-UNICODE_Breaking_the_Language_Barrier.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329864-UNICODE_Breaking_the_Language_Barrier.php?rssid=20472 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT Struggling to effect a single, global instance of your core business systems across multiple... http://www.scmr.com/article/330985-Supply_Chain_Emissary_John_A_Caltagirone.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330985-Supply_Chain_Emissary_John_A_Caltagirone.php?rssid=20472 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:00:00 GMT John A. Caltagirone sees himself as tasked with getting the word out about the importance and... http://www.scmr.com/article/329721-Reducing_Supply_Chain_Risk_A_Data_Driven_Approach.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329721-Reducing_Supply_Chain_Risk_A_Data_Driven_Approach.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:14:00 GMT These days, it's not certain how stable supply networks can be, with key suppliers folding up... http://www.scmr.com/article/330318-Worries_About_Breaches_of_Privacy.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330318-Worries_About_Breaches_of_Privacy.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 20:25:00 GMT How safe is your data from hackers? Identity theft is a big problem, and a potentially huge... http://www.scmr.com/article/329289-A_Look_Ahead_The_Supply_Chain_in_2009.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329289-A_Look_Ahead_The_Supply_Chain_in_2009.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:34:00 GMT A sagging economy is coloring the view of supply chain experts as they contemplate the major... http://www.scmr.com/article/329522-ISM_Manufacturing_Non_Manufacturing_Still_Slipping.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329522-ISM_Manufacturing_Non_Manufacturing_Still_Slipping.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:51:00 GMT The latest numbers from the Institute of Supply Management show that the economic recovery we're... http://www.scmr.com/article/329206-S_OP_in_a_Global_World.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329206-S_OP_in_a_Global_World.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT The classic S&OP model is fine, but it needs to be adapted to suit the global demands companies... http://www.scmr.com/article/329334-The_Great_CIO_CPO_Collaboration_Opportunity.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329334-The_Great_CIO_CPO_Collaboration_Opportunity.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT The potential benefits of a strong alliance between the chief procurement and information... http://www.scmr.com/article/329405-The_Art_of_Procurement_Mastery.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329405-The_Art_of_Procurement_Mastery.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT Recent research from Accenture points to a significant performance gap between the true... http://www.scmr.com/article/329491-Does_offshoring_still_make_sense_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329491-Does_offshoring_still_make_sense_.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT For years, the concept of offshoring, or moving production and/or sourcing operations to a... http://www.scmr.com/article/329642-Technology_Outlook_Getting_By_Without_the_Big_Buys.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329642-Technology_Outlook_Getting_By_Without_the_Big_Buys.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT With their budgets screwed down tight and further cutbacks likely in many industries, supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/329649-Pfizer_s_Accent_on_security_An_Interview_with_Peggy_Staver.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329649-Pfizer_s_Accent_on_security_An_Interview_with_Peggy_Staver.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT In recent years, problems with counterfeit drugs have motivated the pharmaceutical industry to... http://www.scmr.com/article/329918-The_Difference_Maker_Arthur_Mesher.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329918-The_Difference_Maker_Arthur_Mesher.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT “I've been both an astronomer and an astronaut,” says Arthur Mesher. “I got to draw the... http://www.scmr.com/article/329988-Internal_Networking_The_Hidden_Success_Factor.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329988-Internal_Networking_The_Hidden_Success_Factor.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT By networking more effectively with their peers in other parts of the organization and by more... http://www.scmr.com/article/330024-Oil_Won_t_Stay_Cheap.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330024-Oil_Won_t_Stay_Cheap.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT The price of oil may have dropped significantly since the scary $147 per barrel level it hit... http://www.scmr.com/article/330311-Green_Journey_Needs_a_Roadmap.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330311-Green_Journey_Needs_a_Roadmap.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT Deciding to make your supply chain greener is a good idea, but it can't be done piecemeal or... http://www.scmr.com/article/329675-The_Linn_Effect.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329675-The_Linn_Effect.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:35:00 GMT Sometimes an upgrade expected to improve performance turns out to be better at pointing out... http://www.scmr.com/article/330446-ISM_report_Some_growth_in_2009_maybe.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330446-ISM_report_Some_growth_in_2009_maybe.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:16:00 GMT What will 2009 bring for your industry? According to the Institute for Supply Management's... http://www.scmr.com/article/330393-JDA_i2_deal_is_called_off.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330393-JDA_i2_deal_is_called_off.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 16:12:00 GMT Less than three months after JDA Software Group Inc. announced it planned to acquire i2... http://www.scmr.com/article/330137-The_Purchasing_Contract_What_Supply_Chain_Managers_Should_Know_About_Pricing.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330137-The_Purchasing_Contract_What_Supply_Chain_Managers_Should_Know_About_Pricing.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:39:00 GMT Any supply chain manager setting up a contract with a supplier should keep two things in mind... http://www.scmr.com/article/329739-ISM_Manufacturing_index_hits_lowest_level_since_1980.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329739-ISM_Manufacturing_index_hits_lowest_level_since_1980.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:28:00 GMT New manufacturing orders continued their downward trend in November, according to the Institute... http://www.scmr.com/article/329272-Why_3PLs_Need_to_Build_Their_Brand.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329272-Why_3PLs_Need_to_Build_Their_Brand.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT A fast-changing competitive arena has made it more difficult for third-party logistics providers... http://www.scmr.com/article/329362-Stepping_up_Security_An_Interview_with_James_Williams.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329362-Stepping_up_Security_An_Interview_with_James_Williams.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT James Williams has made a career out of security and counterintelligence. Now a consultant for... http://www.scmr.com/article/329521-Crafting_a_Successful_Global_Strategy.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329521-Crafting_a_Successful_Global_Strategy.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT Companies that make key decisions early—about entering new markets, balancing risks and... http://www.scmr.com/article/330100-Real_world_Guide_Robert_B_Handfield.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330100-Real_world_Guide_Robert_B_Handfield.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT Rob Handfield took a little idea he had on a new approach to supply chain education and turned... http://www.scmr.com/article/330187-The_Operational_Performance_Triangles.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330187-The_Operational_Performance_Triangles.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT Strategy alignment is a key step toward excellence in the supply chain, and a triangular... http://www.scmr.com/article/330208-The_Whose_Where_and_How_of_Inventory_Control_Design.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330208-The_Whose_Where_and_How_of_Inventory_Control_Design.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT Most companies have more freedom than they imagine to organize their supply chains for maximum... http://www.scmr.com/article/330464-The_Drivers_of_Procurement_Excellence.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330464-The_Drivers_of_Procurement_Excellence.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT Seven megatrends are fueling the rapid evolution of the procurement function. The leaders will... http://www.scmr.com/article/331000-Coming_to_America_A_Service_Success_Story.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/331000-Coming_to_America_A_Service_Success_Story.php?rssid=20472 Sat, 01 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT With a demanding U.S. clientele and pressure from the corporate president, Piaggio's new... http://www.scmr.com/article/330118-The_Green_Supply_Chain_Needs_an_Apollo_Program.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330118-The_Green_Supply_Chain_Needs_an_Apollo_Program.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:13:00 GMT What does the future hold for the green supply chain, and how are we going to get there? For... http://www.scmr.com/article/329811-When_Is_A_Best_Practice_Not_A_Best_Practice_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329811-When_Is_A_Best_Practice_Not_A_Best_Practice_.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:24:00 GMT Corporate executives spend a lot of their time seeking to find and employ that elusive Holy... http://www.scmr.com/article/329315-Source_More_Safely_with_Faster_Screeening.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329315-Source_More_Safely_with_Faster_Screeening.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Microbial testing for globally-sourced manufacturing is unpopular among supply chain managers,... http://www.scmr.com/article/329336-Mastering_the_Slippery_Slope_of_Technology.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329336-Mastering_the_Slippery_Slope_of_Technology.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Anyone can buy supply chain technology. The real challenge is to put that technology to work... http://www.scmr.com/article/329376-The_6_Principles_of_Stakeholder_Engagement.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329376-The_6_Principles_of_Stakeholder_Engagement.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Large-scale supply management initiatives can easily fail when they neglect to engage key... http://www.scmr.com/article/329427-Sixth_Annual_Global_Survey_of_Supply_Chain_Progress_Still_Chasing_the_Leaders.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329427-Sixth_Annual_Global_Survey_of_Supply_Chain_Progress_Still_Chasing_the_Leaders.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT This year's survey results show that companies continue to make steady supply chain progress... http://www.scmr.com/article/329592-Keep_it_Simple_But_Not_Too_Simple.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329592-Keep_it_Simple_But_Not_Too_Simple.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Streamlining your bottom line by simplifying your manufacturing is a good thing, but you can't... http://www.scmr.com/article/329626-Scenario_Planning_for_a_Successful_Future.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329626-Scenario_Planning_for_a_Successful_Future.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Do you believe the world of the future will be as "Flat" as Thomas Friedman predicted? Whether... http://www.scmr.com/article/329912-Natural_Collaborator_Mary_Long.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329912-Natural_Collaborator_Mary_Long.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Mary Long sees herself as a broker and liaison between Campbell's demand side and supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/329914-Why_Focus_on_Demand_Usage_Management_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329914-Why_Focus_on_Demand_Usage_Management_.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Can you influence the way in which individuals or business customers use your products? The... http://www.scmr.com/article/330299-Supply_Quality_Today_s_Pressing_Priority.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330299-Supply_Quality_Today_s_Pressing_Priority.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT In today's global environment, assuring product quality throughout the supply chain has become... http://www.scmr.com/article/330803-Squeezing_Opportunity_Out_of_Higher_Fuel_Costs.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330803-Squeezing_Opportunity_Out_of_Higher_Fuel_Costs.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 GMT Every supply chain professional is painfully aware of the impact of rising fuel costs on overall... http://www.scmr.com/article/329897-Stimulus_Check_Impact_Matches_Logistics_Projections.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329897-Stimulus_Check_Impact_Matches_Logistics_Projections.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 19:44:00 GMT The U.S. Government may have been a little disappointed that economic stimulus checks didn't... http://www.scmr.com/article/329843-Survey_Is_the_United_States_the_Next_Big_Sourcing_Country_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329843-Survey_Is_the_United_States_the_Next_Big_Sourcing_Country_.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:16:00 GMT A new survey from Archstone Consulting and Supply Chain Management Review explores the interest... http://www.scmr.com/article/329512-The_2008_Global_CPO_Survey.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329512-The_2008_Global_CPO_Survey.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT Capgemini's latest global study reveals that chief procurement officers (CPOs) are still... http://www.scmr.com/article/329582-A_Case_for_Offshoring_Procurement_Outsourcing_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329582-A_Case_for_Offshoring_Procurement_Outsourcing_.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT When it comes time to investing in procurement outsourcing, the option of offshoring gets a... http://www.scmr.com/article/329886-Buying_in_a_Sellers_Market.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329886-Buying_in_a_Sellers_Market.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT Suppliers have become more powerful than ever, which means buyers must adjust quickly to a new... http://www.scmr.com/article/330011-Coming_to_Grips_with_supplier_Risk.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330011-Coming_to_Grips_with_supplier_Risk.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT Modern supply chains now run substantial risks of performance failures or shortfalls. And a big... http://www.scmr.com/article/330094-How_IBM_Put_Bratislava_on_the_Supply_Chain_Map.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330094-How_IBM_Put_Bratislava_on_the_Supply_Chain_Map.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT Eight years ago IBM decided to replace its multiple, disconnected supply chains around the world... http://www.scmr.com/article/330188-A_Flat_Future_Don_t_Bet_on_It.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330188-A_Flat_Future_Don_t_Bet_on_It.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT A free and open global society is certainly a nice goal to shoot for, but it's just one of three... http://www.scmr.com/article/330845-Will_sourcing_come_closer_to_home_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330845-Will_sourcing_come_closer_to_home_.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT Thomas Friedman may have been right about the world getting flat, but a new report indicates... http://www.scmr.com/article/330879-Span_of_Control_Key_to_Talent_Development.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330879-Span_of_Control_Key_to_Talent_Development.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 06:00:00 GMT New research shows that the starting point in developing and retaining supply chain talent lies... http://www.scmr.com/article/329774-Experts_Comment_on_Oil_Price_Impact_on_Logistics.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329774-Experts_Comment_on_Oil_Price_Impact_on_Logistics.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:29:00 GMT Whether oil and gas prices continue to drop or not, two prominent transportation experts are... http://www.scmr.com/article/330127-How_to_Beat_High_Oil_Prices.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330127-How_to_Beat_High_Oil_Prices.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:36:00 GMT A new report from the Aberdeen Group shows why some companies remain mired in high... http://www.scmr.com/article/329661-Better_Supply_Chain_Collaboration_Through_Business_Intelligence_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329661-Better_Supply_Chain_Collaboration_Through_Business_Intelligence_.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:34:00 GMT With a history of putting marketing, sales and other considerations at the top of the supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/330867-IBM_To_Acquire_ILOG.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330867-IBM_To_Acquire_ILOG.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:33:00 GMT ILOG announced today that IBM is planning to purchase the company, which it has partnered with... http://www.scmr.com/article/329997-Ten_Steps_to_Deeper_Business_Connections.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329997-Ten_Steps_to_Deeper_Business_Connections.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:53:00 GMT Once upon a time, customer and partner integration wasn't a high priority for supply chain... http://www.scmr.com/article/329214-Study_Manufacturers_Using_Supply_Chain_for_Growth.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329214-Study_Manufacturers_Using_Supply_Chain_for_Growth.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:09:00 GMT A new study from Archstone Consulting shows that manufacturers are looking to supply chain... http://www.scmr.com/article/330980-OEM_Inventory_Liability_How_Low_Can_They_Go_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330980-OEM_Inventory_Liability_How_Low_Can_They_Go_.php?rssid=20472 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:00:00 GMT With no sign of the country's economic woes letting up soon, Original Equipment Manufacturers... http://www.scmr.com/article/330367-Wise_Man_of_Warehousing_Kenneth_B_Ackerman.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330367-Wise_Man_of_Warehousing_Kenneth_B_Ackerman.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT There really is not much that anyone can teach Ken Ackerman about warehousing. And even if there... http://www.scmr.com/article/329264-The_Seven_Deadly_Supply_Chain_Wastes.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329264-The_Seven_Deadly_Supply_Chain_Wastes.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT Most resources used in the process of delivering a product or service add value—some do not.... http://www.scmr.com/article/329403-Taking_Supply_Chain_Responsibility_to_the_Next_Level.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329403-Taking_Supply_Chain_Responsibility_to_the_Next_Level.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT For a glimpse of how challenging it can be to practice corporate responsibility, look no further... http://www.scmr.com/article/330153-Singapore_Partners_for_Progress.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330153-Singapore_Partners_for_Progress.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT Strategically located along major shipping routes between the Indian Ocean and the South China... http://www.scmr.com/article/330616-How_to_Succeed_with_Supply_Chain_Planning.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330616-How_to_Succeed_with_Supply_Chain_Planning.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT When products such as mobile phones can become obsolete in less time than it takes the supply... http://www.scmr.com/article/330644-Accelerating_the_Procurement_Transformation.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330644-Accelerating_the_Procurement_Transformation.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT Over the last few years, in nearly every interaction I have had with individual CPOs (especially... http://www.scmr.com/article/330666-Champion_of_green_An_Interview_with_Drew_Schramm.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330666-Champion_of_green_An_Interview_with_Drew_Schramm.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT Go to any industry event these days and you're almost guaranteed to find one topic prominently... http://www.scmr.com/article/330685-The_Evolution_of_S_OP.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330685-The_Evolution_of_S_OP.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:00:00 GMT The Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process has always been the battleground for... http://www.scmr.com/article/330981-Gartner_SCM_Software_up_18_percent_in_07.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330981-Gartner_SCM_Software_up_18_percent_in_07.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:41:00 GMT A report from a leading analyst firm shows that supply chain management software vendors are... http://www.scmr.com/article/330891-Logisticians_suvive_the_slump_but_costs_hit_10_1_percent_of_GDP.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330891-Logisticians_suvive_the_slump_but_costs_hit_10_1_percent_of_GDP.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:08:00 GMT Driven by the relentless rise in fuel costs, American businesses spent a record $1.4 trillion on... http://www.scmr.com/article/330705-The_Green_Supply_Chain_Forcing_Corporations_to_Take_Stock.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330705-The_Green_Supply_Chain_Forcing_Corporations_to_Take_Stock.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 17:33:00 GMT The green movement is not a passing fad. It's fast becoming an industry standard of its own, and... http://www.scmr.com/article/330190-The_Green_Supply_Chain_LM_and_SCMR_Readers_are_Thinking_Green.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330190-The_Green_Supply_Chain_LM_and_SCMR_Readers_are_Thinking_Green.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 06:00:00 GMT Readers of Supply Chain Management Review and Logistics Management magazines took a survey of... http://www.scmr.com/article/330833-Apple_Knocks_Nokia_off_AMR_s_1_Spot.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330833-Apple_Knocks_Nokia_off_AMR_s_1_Spot.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer giant Apple has dethroned cell phone titan Nokia, which sat at the top of AMR... http://www.scmr.com/article/329426-New_Study_to_Spotlight_Supply_Chain_Talent.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329426-New_Study_to_Spotlight_Supply_Chain_Talent.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 13 May 2008 17:51:00 GMT What sorts of skills do the newest generation of supply chain managers need? What can... http://www.scmr.com/article/330290-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_5_Production.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330290-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_5_Production.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 14:32:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/329796-The_Big_Trends_in_Sourcing_and_Procurement.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329796-The_Big_Trends_in_Sourcing_and_Procurement.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Major developments in global sourcing, supply chain technology, and supplier management will... http://www.scmr.com/article/329222-Segment_Strategically.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329222-Segment_Strategically.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT It's a no-brainer to want to put the customer first, but not all additional services are in the... http://www.scmr.com/article/329203-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_6_Markets.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329203-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_6_Markets.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/329446-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_4_Sources_of_Supply.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329446-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_4_Sources_of_Supply.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/329576-7_keys_to_facility_location_The_Seven_Factors_at_Work.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329576-7_keys_to_facility_location_The_Seven_Factors_at_Work.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/329621-7_keys_to_facility_location_Land_Labor_and_Capital.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329621-7_keys_to_facility_location_Land_Labor_and_Capital.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/329845-3PL_Contract_Renewals_An_Opportunity_for_the_Taking.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329845-3PL_Contract_Renewals_An_Opportunity_for_the_Taking.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Whenever a third party logistics contract comes up for renewal, you have an ideal opportunity to... http://www.scmr.com/article/329969-Talent_Matters.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329969-Talent_Matters.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Recent studies reveal that procurement still has surprising potential to deliver greater gains... http://www.scmr.com/article/330192-Huge_Potential_in_Contract_Labor_Substitution.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330192-Huge_Potential_in_Contract_Labor_Substitution.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT As companies battle to reduce costs and improve cash flow, some are finding that a new approach... http://www.scmr.com/article/330394-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_7_Logistics.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330394-7_keys_to_facility_location_Number_7_Logistics.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/330536-Can_Technology_Handle_Supply_Chain_Risk_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330536-Can_Technology_Handle_Supply_Chain_Risk_.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Today's supply chain technology has a notable lack of risk management tools. Developers need to... http://www.scmr.com/article/330935-7_Keys_to_Facility_Location.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330935-7_Keys_to_Facility_Location.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT Computer models can help you make the decision on where to locate your supply chain facility.... http://www.scmr.com/article/330978-Making_Better_IT_Decisions.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330978-Making_Better_IT_Decisions.php?rssid=20472 Thu, 01 May 2008 06:00:00 GMT These days, every company is looking for ways to improve its IT structure and performance. Here,... http://www.scmr.com/article/329684-10_point_Action_Agenda_for_Strategic_Supplier_Relationship_Management.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329684-10_point_Action_Agenda_for_Strategic_Supplier_Relationship_Management.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT How effectively you interact with your key suppliers can have a powerful influence on business... http://www.scmr.com/article/330612-Report_Supply_Chain_Risks_Rising_Companies_Not_Taking_Action.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330612-Report_Supply_Chain_Risks_Rising_Companies_Not_Taking_Action.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:19:00 GMT A new study shows companies are more scared than they were just three years ago of lead paint or... http://www.scmr.com/article/329460-Logistics_technology_ARC_report_says_global_WMS_market_to_hit_1_8_billion_by_2012_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329460-Logistics_technology_ARC_report_says_global_WMS_market_to_hit_1_8_billion_by_2012_.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:14:00 GMT A new report indicates the next five years will see a surge in the market for warehouse... http://www.scmr.com/article/329913-Should_You_Outsource_to_Dubai_.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329913-Should_You_Outsource_to_Dubai_.php?rssid=20472 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT For those looking to outsource to foriegn countries, the United Arab Emirates' Dubai may seem to... http://www.scmr.com/article/329920-Crafting_Happy_Processes_for_Better_Customer_Service.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329920-Crafting_Happy_Processes_for_Better_Customer_Service.php?rssid=20472 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:22:00 GMT Everyone wants loyal customers, but what's the best way to get them? This article explores the... http://www.scmr.com/article/329328-A_New_Direction_For_Executive_Education_Online_Education_Finds_Its_Place.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329328-A_New_Direction_For_Executive_Education_Online_Education_Finds_Its_Place.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Businesses have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to strengthening the skills and... http://www.scmr.com/article/329248-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain_Basics_of_Benchmarking.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329248-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain_Basics_of_Benchmarking.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Benchmarking your supply chain performance can be a costly and time-consuming exercise. And as... http://www.scmr.com/article/329381-Which_TMS_is_Right_for_You_Using_supply_chain_software_to_meet_today_s_shipping_challenges.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329381-Which_TMS_is_Right_for_You_Using_supply_chain_software_to_meet_today_s_shipping_challenges.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Simplifying transportation processes and making them cheaper is a must for any company looking... http://www.scmr.com/article/329631-Which_TMS_is_Right_for_You_The_private_SaaS_model_benefits.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329631-Which_TMS_is_Right_for_You_The_private_SaaS_model_benefits.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Simplifying transportation processes and making them cheaper is a must for any company looking... http://www.scmr.com/article/329647-A_New_Direction_For_Executive_Education_Academia_Under_Pressure_to_Deliver.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329647-A_New_Direction_For_Executive_Education_Academia_Under_Pressure_to_Deliver.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Businesses have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to strengthening the skills and... http://www.scmr.com/article/329713-Supply_Chain_Technology_Spending_Outlook.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329713-Supply_Chain_Technology_Spending_Outlook.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Key findings of a new study by AMR Research show a projected increase of 12 percent in spending... http://www.scmr.com/article/329788-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain_Early_Experiences_with_the_Benchmark.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329788-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain_Early_Experiences_with_the_Benchmark.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Benchmarking your supply chain performance can be a costly and time-consuming exercise. And as... http://www.scmr.com/article/329894-A_New_Direction_For_Executive_Education_More_Interest_in_Customized_Programs.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329894-A_New_Direction_For_Executive_Education_More_Interest_in_Customized_Programs.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Businesses have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to strengthening the skills and... http://www.scmr.com/article/329981-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/329981-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Benchmarking your supply chain performance can be a costly and time-consuming exercise. And as... http://www.scmr.com/article/330093-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain_The_Challenges_of_Benchmarking.php?rssid=20472 http://www.scmr.com/article/330093-Supply_Chain_Benchmarking_Get_the_Gain_Without_the_Pain_The_Challenges_of_Benchmarking.php?rssid=20472 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMT Benchmarking your supply chain performance can be a costly and time-consuming exercise. 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