The Resilient Supply Chain: Can You Get Trucks?
Addressing truck availability challenges in resilient supply chains, focusing on strategic partnerships and solutions.
Trans-Pacific Trade Delays – Are You Prepared?
There is a LOT of conversation about trade wars, tariffs and politics yet what has created havoc this week is an act of mother nature.
What Should We Be Thinking for the 2nd Half of the Year?
As hard as it is to believe, we are almost half-way through the year. As a result, we should be thinking NOW about what to stop, start and continue for the second half of the year.
The Talent Shortage – What to Do…
Explore strategies to overcome the talent shortage in today's competitive business landscape. Some tips for what you can do.
When is it the ‘Right’ Time for a Supply Chain Network Assessment?
Supply Chain networks that are not set up to support scalable, profitable growth have a high likelihood of negatively impacting your customers, impeding your growth and consuming far more resources than ever imagined to sustain.
Supply Chain: Keeping an Eye on Global Markets
If there ever was a strategic topic of critical importance no matter your position in the supply chain, it is keeping an eye on global markets. Are you making this a priority?
Are You Ready for a Systems Transformation?
The need for a systems transformation seems to be arising more frequently lately. How do you know if it is time to consider a systems transformation? Let's start by defining a systems transformation.
Should I Move? Practical Insights in Whether to Move
Uncover vital considerations for strategic business relocation, including lease renewals, cost factors, and supply chain assessments.
There is More to Chicago than Good Pizza. Logistics Anyone?
Chicago logistics is all about connectivity. Connecting the east with the west, Chicago is a natural hub. 5 international airports, 7 Class I railroads carrying 50% of the nation's freight (think of the enormity of that figure!), 3rd largest intermodal port in the world, 3rd largest interstate highway system in America, and more.
Imports & Exports: Which Companies Dominate? Related Impacts?
How significant is freight to your bottom line? For example, when I was a VP of Operations for an absorbent healthcare products manufacturer (adult diapers, hospital underpads), freight was a BIG concern.