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Supply chain video: If you want to re-negotiate the terms with suppliers, the moment is now!

If you're looking for cost reduction or get better prices in your supply base, the moment is now. This is the main message in this part of the presentation by Professor Rob Hanfield. Typcally the options which company have in front of them include the following: - Discuss the payment terms - O...

China's supply chain challenge: Mitigating supply risk

AMR Research, supply chain analyst firm recently published a report on countries' risk profile and interestingly, in a survey of 130 global companies China was the top contributing region for nine of 15 risks examined, including supplier and internal product quality failure, security breache...

Supply chain video: Preparing for the worst, managing supplier risk in the downturn (Part 3)

This is the third part of Robert Hanfield's talk in PMMS Leadership in Procurement: A Global Perspective in Troubled Times. In this part Robert touches upon issues such as early retirement policies, cash issues and synchronization with suppliers; Generally speaking, he doesn't consider early...

How can a supply chain react to unexpected events (similar to Michael Jackson's death)?

The death of Michael Jackson shocked many of his fans but also the company which was organizing the event. In a podcast by New York Times, I heard that the unexpected death has resulted in $150 million loss for the organizing company. This is clearly an example of an event which is hardly predicta...

2009 Jewelry Sale at Ice.com

Gold and Gemstone Jewelry Ice.com is committed to providing their customers the best value, quality, service, and selection of diamond, pearl, and gemstone jewelry in the world. Their jewelry experts strive to stay ahead of Style and Fashion trends so that they can bring you the very latest ...

Gem Designs by Palermo Jewelry

Gold and Gemstone Jewelry A designer can toil for a lifetime and never be accepted by a Fifth Avenue jewelry empire like Cartier or Tiffany & Co. A testament to his talent, Richard Palermo began his jewelry career with both of these iconic brands. Richard has been designing jewelry for mo...

Alex Woo Jewelry

Designer Fine Jewelry Alex Woo is a New York based jewelry designer , who first rose to prominence when a necklace from her Little Numbers collection was worn by Eva Longoria in 2005. Woo's father, Alexander Woo, was a bench jeweler, and he began teaching her the basics of jewelry making w...

Supply chain video: Preparing for the worst, managing supplier risk in the downturn (Part 2)

This is the second part of the video presentation from Professor Rob Handfield in the PMMS Leadership in Procurement from the 2009 on supply chain risks in this economic downturn. In this part, he highlights that a charactaristic of high performance in not simply laying off people and go for radical...

AMR Research gets new hires for its supply chain group

AMR Research, the research firm focused on the supply chain management and its supporting technologies, announced recently that it is expanding its research team with the addition of three new analysts, Paul Lord, Steve Steutermann, and Allen Johnson. According to PR Newswire , this announceme...

Supply chain video: Preparing for the worst, managing supplier risk in the downturn (Part 1)

PMMS Leadership in Procurement: A Global Perspective in Troubled Times was an event organized some while ago in Montreal Canada. Since there are some interesting videos from the presentations in this event on the subject of supply chain management and risk reduction in general, I decided to share so...

DHL makes exansion in China

Some months ago I published a post about DHL operations in the U.S. which had some problems because of the economic downturn. Apparently such problems still don't exist in China becuase the company is even expanding there: According to WallStreet Journal , DHL Supply Chain, the logistics ...

De Beers Secrets of the Rose Collection Jewelry

Gold and Diamond Jewelry De Beers is diamonds . Whether it be in the creation of the De Beers Millennium Star or your very own diamond engagement ring, you have the reassurance of knowing that the same painstaking craftsmanship, love, and attention to detail is put into each and every piece. Cut...

Supply chain video: The result of a new survey among 900 U.S. supply chain executives on this year's trends

Here comes another interesting video from Tom Murphy, RSM McGladrey's executive vice president of manufacturing and wholesale distribution. He discusses the results of the company's fourth annual Manufacturing and Wholesale Distribution (MWD) National Survey among more than 900 supply chain executiv...

Supply chain video: Massimo Marchi on supply chain risk and innovation

Massimo Marchi, Director of supply chain and IT has started a video series on YouTube talking about different aspects of his SCM in his company Beretta. In the video below, Massimo is talking about risk management and innovation in supply chain. Risks to global supply chains are increasing. ...

Logistics cost in the U.S. is dropping

American transportation and logistics cost is dropping for the first time in a long time; to be exact after six years. According to a report published by Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), total spending on U.S. logistics dropped to $1.3 trillion last year, a decrease of...

Siemens becomes a recommended partner for F-35 supply chain

Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. announced last week that after extensive testing and evaluation, Northrop Grumman Corporation Aerospace Systems is strongly encouraging its supply chain to explore the use of Siemens Sinumerik 840D solution line CNC for parts design and manufactuing in the F...

De Beers Talisman Jewelry

Talisman Diamond Jewelry Collection De Beers is diamonds. Whether it be in the creation of the De Beers Millennium Star or your very own diamond engagement ring you have the reassurance of knowing that the same painstaking craftsmanship, love, and attention to detail is put into each and every ...

Swisslog introduces new solution for medication supply chain

PRWeb reported that Swisslog has released its next generation of Inventory Management Software (IMS) for the hospital pharmacy. The software controls inventory costs, improves workflow efficiency and enhances patient safety. The software optimizes pharmacy inventory and provides a "per...

Boeing remains loyal to its supply chain procedures despite angry Wallstreet analysts' reports

It seems the wave of the anouncements from Boeing related to delays is not going to end; in this post comes another one! but I liked the detail analysis of the issues presented in this blog as the author Lisa Reisman describes in detail how the issue of supplier component integration has...

MyTireMonkey: Online tire supply chain management

This is a very cool! case which I came across recently: MyTireMonkey is basically another online business selling tire to the customers but what they do is facilitating the link between local dealers and tire distributors. The customers who need to change the tire go to the company's website a...

How biotech companies can reduce supply chain risk?

I don't think I have written any post on biotech supply chain management in this blog (at least I don't remember any), but seeing this nice piece in ICIS website became a motivation to write one. The author of this article which is titled "Biotechs can reduce supply chain risk&q...

Devon Fine Jewelry 2009

Gold Designer Jewelry Since their modest beginnings in 1983, Devon Fine Jewelry has progressed from one tiny room in Nancy's apartment to a beautiful showroom and an online store. For Nancy, an unusual gemstone sparked a whimsical idea for a unique necklace. She wanted to make a piece of jewe...

The future is Battery Powered Passive RFID Tags

Here comes battery powered passive RFID tag which is expected to bridge the gap between passive UHF and active RFID. Also known as semi passive tags, battery assisted passive RFID tags comprise of small sized carbon zinc batteries which are eco friendly and are known to increase RF signal strength w...

Heavenly Treasures Jewelry

Gold and Gemstone Jewelry Heavenly Treasures is a family run jewelry business. Exquisite Jewelry, Exceptional Value - Guaranteed ! That's the Heavenly Treasures commitment. One that ensures you the kind of high quality jewelry creations you don't see everywhere. And the kind of prices ...

Improving working capital through effective supply chain management

Aberdeen Group has responded to companies' needs in today's uncertain environment regarding tight credit situation and released a report titled "Inventory Management: 3 Keys for freeing working capital". The report highlights that today is the right time for financial innovation ...

Supply chain education ranking: Penn State becomes No. 1

Probably the question of "Which program to choose?" is what many potential supply chain students are facing: Different programs have popped up here and there and many reputable universities are offering supply chain education programs. So AMR Research recently conducted a research to prepa...

Georgia Tech opens a new supply chain center in Costa Rica

We have been witnessing a trend among U.S. based SCM educational institutions in the last couple of years and that's internationalization: MIT established a supply chain and logistics center in Spain some years ago ( ZLC ) and recently added some new members to this collaboration from Latin Amer...

Jewelry Clearance at SeaofDiamonds.com

Gold and Gemstone Jewelry At SeaofDiamonds.com , their goal is to provide an outstanding selection of the highest quality diamond, gemstone, and precious metal jewelry at exceptional prices to their customers in over 48 countries; and they love what they do. Their philosophy is to treat every ...

Securing pharma supply chain: Is now the right time?

The shadow of economic downturn has decreased the attention and buzz around some previously hot topics: One of those areas is the subject of counterfeit drugs in pharmaceutical industry. Supply and Demand Chain Executive has recently published a piece covering this area highlighting the fact...

Betsey Johnson Jewelry

Designer Fashion Jewelry New York designer Betsey Johnson has built her long career in fashion by following her own set of rules. Known for her celebration of the exuberant, the embellished, and the over-the-top, Betsey Johnson shoes, jewelry and watches , clothing, handbags, and eyewear h...

Jewelry Sale at HSN.com

Designer Fashion Jewelry HSN is a leading interactive multi-channel retailer, with eight unique and compelling lifestyle brands. HSN offers innovative, differentiated retail experiences on TV, online, in catalogs, and brick and mortar stores. HSN comprises the Company's TV network which reach...

Hard times for logistics and transportation companies...

The economic downturn has given the logistics and transportation a hard time. To give some examples of the reasons: - As people are buying less, there are less requests to transport products to retail stores. - Manufacturing sector, especially parts and component manufacturers see a dramatic ...

Health supply chains in Africa to be discussed in CSCMP 2009 conference

"How supply chains are helping to improve health and living conditions in sub-Saharan Africa?" That's one of the main topics which is going to be discussed this year at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals' (CSCMP) 2009 Global Conference. The conference will be ...

Supply chain video: Short interview on SC Finance

Ariba, the provider of spend management solutions, is spending :) lots of money recently to promote the on-demand solutions it's offering the practices associated with them. Among some of the materials they have published recently I came across this video which is a nice interview with Mark ...

Martine Wester Jewelry

British Fashion Jewelry Since the summer of 2004, Martine Wester has been offering a unique range of high fashion jewelry and jewel encrusted belts. Each season, they inject a fun and flirty touch to make sure the collection remains true to their distinctive style, and has that all important ...

Get to know the artistic robot

At the Synthetic Surrogate exhibition in Sundaram Tagore Gallery something will be totally different for the art seekers. No doubt there would be artistic hands out there but they would not be flesh rather you would come across artists who are a combination of metal, plastic and technology. Don...

Jewelry Sale at Shopbop.com

Designer Jewelry Sale Since its launch in 2000, shopbop.com has become one of the leading web-based women's apparel and accessories retailers. Originally conceived as the online offshoot of the Madison, Wisconsin-based boutique Bop, shopbop.com is considered a one-stop shopping destinatio...

Chiquita receives 2009 Circle of Excellence award by the Distribution Business Management Association

Chiquita Brands International, the banana producer, recently announced that it has been awarded the 2009 Circle of Excellence award by the Distribution Business Management Association. According to Environmental Leader , Chiquita has worked with MIT to address the carbon footprint of its suppl...

Victoria Cunningham Jewelry

Designer Gold Jewelry Victoria Cunningham has been creating exquisite fine jewelry for over a decade. Her designs range from simple diamond pendants to dramatic one-of-a-kind pieces. Set with diamonds, sapphires, or rubies, all pieces are handcrafted in 14K yellow or white gold . Semiprecious ...

Palm Pre Review

Jason Chen of Gizmodo has had the chance to play around with the Palm Pre and he has posted a detailed review of the Palm Pre. Here are the positives of Plam Pre as mentioned in the review: The Palm Pre has the best Multitouch functionality compared to other phones in the market. It is also ...

Eve Sperling Jewelry 2009

Fine Gold Jewelry Eve Abraham Sperling is a designer who grew up in the jewelry industry and considers the New York jewelry district her second home. At the age of 15, she began working in the family owned gem company, Precious Gem Resources , alongside her father, Jack Abraham, who is one of ...

Washington University launches new master in supply chain from September 2009

Washington University's Olin Business School in St. Louis will launch a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management (MS/SCM) program in September 2009. According to Olin, the new, one-year program is "designed to appeal to students with undergraduate degrees in business, engineering...

Supply chain video:ERP market overview in 2009

I agree: I have written a lot recently on ERP so I promise this is going to be the last one at least for three weeks:) but I just came across this very nice conversation between Jim Shepherd and Bruce Richardson of AMR Research who discuss the outlook for enterprise applications in 2009. Who are...

Questions which should be answered when buying a mid-size ERP

Supply Chain Management Review ha published a new whitepaper sponsored by Inside-ERP highlighting important questions which should be answered when choosing a mid-size ERP solution. It's worth taking a look at this piece and you can download it here . The document tries to create a balanced...

Fujitsu expands to Australian ERP market

Fujitsu, a leading provider of business, information technology and communications solutions announced that it has expanded its SAP and Oracle portfolio through the acquisition of the Australia and South East Asia operations of Supply Chain Consulting Pty Ltd, a market leader of SAP and Oracle e...

Supply chain video: Innovations in air transport

Information technology has revolutionized industries such as air transport in the last years but probably the piece of technology which is getting real momentum is not PC but mobile phone. Today there are more than 3 billion mobile user in the world. Mobile technology has the potential to put all pa...

AMR announces top 25 supply chains for 2009

I have been covering annual ranking of the best supply chains by AMR Research for some years now and apparently this year Apple is still on the top of the list. Companies like Unilever and Intel are now back again in Top 25 as this year was a very tense period for them in terms of credit and o...

Supply chain video: Supply chain scorecard

Normally supply chain initiatives are taken by one company and there are less examples of the concepts and models such as SCOR reference model adopted by several firms at once. However, I came across another new one which is becoming mainstream among Electric companes and their suppliers in the U.S....

GM or Chrysler: Which one is a better option for Fiat?

I am sure you have heard about the rumors related to the merger of Fiat with two American auto-makes Chrysler and GM (Opel part). Besides economy of scale and other motivations, I believe Opel option is a better candidate from supply chain point of view. The Opel merger in essence woul be a supp...

China's today national distribution capabilities

CHaINA web magazine has recently done a Q&A with Jean Pierre Chesse , the founder and CEO of Sinodis, a food importer and cold chain lo-gistics service provider in China. I went through the piece and even though the interview was more around cold chain in China, there were some interesting ...

Zstamp: The RFID Stamp

Came across Zstamp which is not the ordinary stamp that can be affixed to an envelope rather it's an RFID stamp. Affixed with RFID tags you can attach it to any inanimate object around you and run applications. Zstamps can be used for wide range of applications such as communication, daily ...

Vera Wang Jewelry

Fashion Designer Jewelry Vera Wang was a senior fashion editor for Vogue for sixteen years. In 1985, she left Vogue after being turned down for the editor-in-chief position currently filled by Anna Wintour, and joined Ralph Lauren as a design director for two years. In 1990, Wang opened her own...

Rebecca Summer 2009 Jewelry

Italian Fashion Jewelry Italian jewelry brand Rebecca, which has been popular in Italy for years is now making major forays into the United States with distribution details in department stores such as Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, and a Beverly Hills boutique. The brand is a subsidiary of the...

Tuleste Market Jewelry

Designer Vintage Jewelry Sisters Satu and Celeste Greenberg were born in San Francisco and raised in a rural northern California town, Seiad Valley, CA (population 350), which inspired them to create their own clothing and accessories. They eventually made their way to New York City, where they...

Jewelry Sale at Bloomingdales.com

Designer Fashion Jewelry Bloomingdale's is committed to leading the way with exclusive merchandise, customized services, and alternative shopping venues. Carrying on the Bloomingdale's brothers' dream, they're always finding ways to set their stores apart. That's both the lega...

Supply chain video: Interview with Edwin van der Meerendonk, Vice President of European Supply Chain for Walt Disney

IMD Professor Corey Billington did an interview this month with Edwin van der Meerendonk, Vice President of European Supply Chain for Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment on high thoughts about bullwhip effect, uncertainty, open innovation, etc. The interview also covers an introduction to the s...

Sony to reduce the number of suppliers to half

In a short piece from Kenji Hall written in BusinessWeek , he talks about the recent plans of Sony, giant Japanese electronics company, to cut supply chain costs. According to Kenji, the tech giant has about 2,500 suppliers, but will reduce that number to 1,200 by March 2011. This effort in t...

New report on supply chain cost reduction in India

Aqua MCG has announced the release of a new report "Supply Chain Cost Reduction in India" to their offering; this is a comprehensive report for companies facing the complex process of Sales & Operation Planning, and Cost Management. If you are interested in India's supply chai...

Alex and Ani Jewelry

Designer Fashion Jewelry Carolyn Rafaelian , creator and designer of Alex and Ani, was born into a family of jewelers . Growing up in Rhode Island, she spent many hours in her father's factory. Utilizing the family's massive archives of vintage stones, Swarovski crystals, and unique...

Mauri Pioppo Jewelry

Designer Fine Jewelry Mauri Pioppo is on a path of creative success. Her first career was as a professional dancer, which led her to tour with such legends as Twyla Tharp, Nina Wiener and Lar Lubovitch. To keep up with the physical demands of dancing, Mauri sought the restorative help of yoga a...

VHA Selects Eight Health Care Organizations for Supply Chain Excellence

VHA Inc. , a national network of not-for-profit hospitals based in Irving, Texas, has recognized eight health care organizations for supply chain management excellence and named them as winners of the 2009 VHA Leadership Award for Supply Chain Management Excellence. According to Earth Times ,...

Jolie B. Ray Jewelry

Gold and Gemstone Jewelry Tanya Tochner and Marjorie Troob have found a calling and a true connection, designing jewelry. After having careers in the corporate world and raising young children, these two women decided they needed a creative outlet. Realizing they both had a passion for fine je...

Palm Pre will start selling on June 6th

Good news for Palm Pre fans as Sprint has offically announced that the device will start selling on June 6th. It will be available all across the US at Sprint Stores, Best Buy, Radio Sack and Wal-Mart stores. The device will cost $199.99 on a 2-year contract after rebates & discounts....

Amali Jewelry

Handcrafted Fine Jewelry Amali designer Sara Freedenfeld discovered her passion for making jewelry while backpacking through South America. Sara launched her company, Amali, in the spring of 2006, and has quickly become a favorite among celebrities . Most recently, Amali Jewelry adorned Tyra B...

Jewelry Sale at Netaya.com

Designer Gemstone Jewelry Each and every piece of Netaya Jewelry is created by highly trained craftsmen , using the latest manufacturing technologies to ensure your unconditionally guaranteed satisfaction. Their number one goal is making your shopping experience a memorable one. Netaya's m...

Supply chain video: SCM at Home Depot

Without a doubt, Home Depot is one of the most well known retailers in the United States. Jason Mayor has done a great job of preparing a nice video addressing different initiatives which Home Depot has taken in order to improve management of its complex supply chain. The clip starts with a short hi...

New survey launched to identify the current state of supply chain education

I have written several posts so far on the subject of suply chain education and the efforts some of the American schools and other International institutions are making to introduce more specialized programs. Supply Chain Management Review Magazine has taken the lead in this area and launched a ...

Supply chain video: Supply risks for airlines

I came across this video from Ariba event where Joseph Gigliotti, Manager of Supply Chain System and Strategy at jetBlue, shares his thoughts on the top 3 supply risks in his industry. In Jeseph's point of view, the top risks include: 1) Price of fuel which is fluctuating (was going down but s...

CostPlus supply chain chief steps down

Cost Plus, a specialty retailer of casual home living and entertaining products, has announced that Ray Whitley, senior vice president of supply chain, has left the company. According to Trading Markets , Mr Whitley's position will not be replaced and his responsibilities have been assign...

Ariba organizes spend management event in Sweden

Ariba, the provider of spend management solutions has launched a series of live events all around the world to share the lessons learned and best practices in the area of procurement, contract management and spend management in general. For those of you who live in Northern Europe, I came acro...