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Best US Distribution Network Designs?

Posted on May 2, 2013 | Leave a comment

Here’s one consulting group’s take on the logistics network design model. They appear to be using a gravity model similar to the one right out of Chopra and Meindl.  You can compare them to what you might get with your calculations.

Supply Chain News: What are the Best US Distribution Network Designs Based on the Number of Distribution Centers in the Network?.

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Posted in Logistics, Strategy, Supply Chains

CIOs Struggle with the Great Talent Hunt

Posted on May 2, 2013 | Leave a comment

CIOs want employees in IT with business skills, who know how to talk to business people.  The days of hiding in a cube are over— it’s out with the users on a daily basis.  So start cultivating those skills now!

CIOs Struggle with the Great Talent Hunt – CIO.com.

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Posted in Advanced Computing

Allies and Adversaries: 2013 BCG Global Challengers

Posted on April 18, 2013 | Leave a comment

Major global companies. Boston Consulting Group says that while many of the firms started with national ownership, government part ownership is now more of a liability than an asset for the top 100.  You may have to log into the BCG site to see the article.

bcg.perspectives – Allies and Adversaries: 2013 BCG Global Challengers.

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Posted in Strategy, Supply Chains