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World Trade 100 and the University of Tennessee Supply Chain Survey

June 28, 2012

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The second annual joint survey highlights key issues facing global supply chains.

Be an Enabler

May 23, 2012

By Perry A. Trunick

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In many instances, being an enabler is perceived negatively – not when it comes to trade.

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U.S. Manufacturers Make Gains

January 31, 2012

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MEXICO CONTINUES TO LEAD AS LOWEST-COST COUNTRY FOR U.S. OUTSOURCING

When Offshoring is No Longer a Good Idea

November 14, 2011

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Due to current economic conditions, the negatives of offshoring to regions like Europe may outweigh the positives.

Pharma Firms Increase Outsourcing Spending

October 27, 2011

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GLOBAL SOURCING ADOPTION IS DEEPENING

Pharma Firms Increase Outsource Spending

October 10, 2011

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According to Everest Group, an advisory and research firm, pharmaceutical firms will likely increase global sourcing spending throughout the coming months.

'Supply Chain' Finally Wins Its Place at Head of the Board

October 7, 2011

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Many companies view their supply chain capabilities as a key differentiator in the marketplace. Companies such as Apple, Hershey’s, and Wal-Mart, have all proven quite successful in their particular vertical sectors by placing a greater emphasis on supply chain at the senior level of their organization. In fact, increasingly, companies are looking for potential candidates with supply chain knowledge to fill the role as CEO.

The Next Generation of Outsourcing

As outsourcing strategies evolve, key countries like Colombia are seeing plenty of action.

July 28, 2011

By Lara L. Sowinski

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Outsourcing has evolved dramatically in recent years from providing tactical solutions such as data entry and call centers to more sophisticated services ranging from R&D, engineering, and software development.

WT100 and the University of Tennessee: Supply Chain Survey

The first annual joint survey of key issues facing global supply chains.

July 20, 2011

By J. Paul Dittmann Ph.D.

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Recently, WT100 and the University of Tennessee conducted a survey of global supply chain trends across industry. Over 240 business executives from a broad array of firms participated in the study. WT100 and University of Tennessee will conduct this study on an annual basis to track major global supply chain trends over time.

Good Times for U.S. Exports

July 19, 2011

By Lara L. Sowinski

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U.S. exports have been making headlines in recent months, breaking records and giving a much needed boost to global traders’ confidence.

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Kansas City SmartPort Momentum 2013 focused on 3PLs, the issues facing the industry, and the role or logistics in economic development

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Supply chain visibility is an appealing yet elusive capability for most companies. While most recognize the significant benefits that would accrue from comprehensive visibility, few have made it a reality across their global operations. Part of the problem companies seem to have in embracing and implementing visibility is the lack of a comprehensive definition or firm understanding of the transformational potential. In this podcast, World Trade and GT Nexus will discuss the definitions and opportunities as well as how new cloud technology platforms are driving significant value to major companies today.

Speaker: Greg Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer & Co-Founder of GT Nexus

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