Category Archives: Supply Chains

The madness of drinking bottled water shipped halfway round the world

Posted on August 3, 2015 by | Leave a comment

Enough said!

Guardian LogoThe madness of drinking bottled water shippedhalfway round the world | Guardian Sustainable Business | The Guardian.

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Posted in Logistics, Supply Chains, Sustainability

As Interest Rates Rise, So Will Supply Chain’s Financial Stock

Posted on July 31, 2015 by | Leave a comment

A brief article, but on point. Financial management is understudied and underused by supply chain practitioners.  A good opportunity for crossing an accountant with a logistician.

As Interest Rates Rise, So Will Supply Chain’s Financial Stock.

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Posted in Managerial Econ, Production Operations, Supply Chains

13 Top U.S. Companies Pledge $140 Billion to Slash Carbon Emissions

Posted on July 30, 2015 by | Leave a comment

The Obama administration jawbones some large companies to commit large capital to re3duce carbon emissions.  It’s a good move for everyone, and perhaps will create a reputation effect to shame others into following suit.  It’s certainly important to address carbon emissions somehow, and to get private industry involved.  It turns out also to increase profits!

13 Top U.S. Companies Pledge $140 Billion to Slash Carbon Emissions – Supply Chain 24/7.

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