| 
Results for chain area. Search took 0.31 seconds.
Supply chain video: If you want to re-negotiate the terms with suppliers, the moment is now!
in Supplychainer, on July 5, 2009
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...
Supply chain video: Preparing for the worst, managing supplier risk in the downturn (Part 3)
in Supplychainer, on July 5, 2009
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)?
in Supplychainer, on July 5, 2009
...le of an event which is hardly predictable; now the question is that, if we look at world of supply chain we see that there are many events with similar charactaristics (unpredictable): Natural disast...
2009 Jewelry Sale at Ice.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on July 5, 2009
...t. This gorgeous design is studded with diamonds to add that extra shine, and comes with a 3-Strand Chain.
$150
3 1/2 Carat Olive Quartz & 14K White Gold Earrings
Vibrant olive quartz lends...
It's getting tougher to get a mortgage-broker license
in The Mortgage Roadmap, on July 2, 2009
...ly obvious why there are fewer mortgage brokers out there: The housing industry is still a disaster area. Home sales, though they've been inching up a bit, are still far below where they stood jus...
Gem Designs by Palermo Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on July 2, 2009
...-accented, round black diamonds (approx. 1 to 1.5mm).
$650
12.24ct Blue and White Topaz 14K Chain-Link Ring
A prong-set, oval Brazilian Swiss blue topaz holds dominion over an open gallery, as ...
Good News for Liberal Arts Majors - StarCraft Classes Now Available
in The Gadgets Weblog, on July 2, 2009
..., then I have good news. Starcraft classes are available to you right now in the San Francisco Bay Area. You can learn to be the best, from the best, and it will only cost you $25 - $35 per hour.
The...
Alex Woo Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on July 1, 2009
...ve light that you see on the surface of calm ocean water. Each pendant hangs on a 18" 14k Gold chain.
$1978
Vida Earrings in 14k Gold with Diamonds
As seen on Christina Applegate, Diane S...
Supply chain video: Preparing for the worst, managing supplier risk in the downturn (Part 2)
in Supplychainer, on June 30, 2009
...entation 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 per...
AMR Research gets new hires for its supply chain group
in Supplychainer, on June 30, 2009
... 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 ana...
Supply chain video: Preparing for the worst, managing supplier risk in the downturn (Part 1)
in Supplychainer, on June 30, 2009
...nce 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 some of them with you. In this fi...
DHL makes exansion in China
in Supplychainer, on June 30, 2009
... China becuase the company is even expanding there:
According to WallStreet Journal , DHL Supply Chain, the logistics unit of Deutsche Post AG's Deutsche Post DHL, plans to add 10 transportatio...
Suipo Navita: Map System Offering Real Time Information
in The RFID Weblog, on June 30, 2009
Remember once I had told you all about RFID posters called SuiPo which used RFID technology for interactive marketing and now the extension of the service is Suipo Navita , a map system offering real time information on stores and services situated around train stations. These Navita station...
Chianti Rufina
in Celebrate Wine, on June 29, 2009
...balls that the chianti complements well.)
While the grape has been around for centuries, the wine-area called Chianti originated in 1716. In 1932 the Chianti area was redefined and divided up into se...
Would you walk away from your mortgage loan?
in The Mortgage Roadmap, on June 29, 2009
...gage payments.
According to the study's authors, the moral stigma of defaulting is lessened in areas where homeowners have already seen many of their neighbors lose their homes to foreclosure. A ...
De Beers Secrets of the Rose Collection Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 29, 2009
...featuring a bezel set round brilliant diamond. Can be worn on a cotton cord or a rose gold eternity chain sold separately. Pendant measures 21.1mm x 21.7mm (.83 x .85 inches).
Color grade G+, clarity ...
Selective Focus Lens Now Available For Digital SLR Cameras
in Digital Shot, on June 29, 2009
...a unique way.
The "Lensbaby 2.0 Selective Focus Lens" lets you highlight a particular area of a photo by throwing the rest of the image out of focus.
Check it out and see how it does t...
Supply chain video: The result of a new survey among 900 U.S. supply chain executives on this year's trends
in Supplychainer, on June 28, 2009
...th annual Manufacturing and Wholesale Distribution (MWD) National Survey among more than 900 supply chain executives throughout the U.S.
Respondents to the survey say they expect their companies to r...
Supply chain video: Massimo Marchi on supply chain risk and innovation
in Supplychainer, on June 28, 2009
...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 ri...
Logistics cost in the U.S. is dropping
in Supplychainer, on June 28, 2009
...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 la...
Siemens becomes a recommended partner for F-35 supply chain
in Supplychainer, on June 28, 2009
...g 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 manufactui...
Madoff's jail survival guide
in Sox First, on June 26, 2009
.... On the other hand, others might turn to him for stock tips. The bets piece of advice: stay in an area where there are lots of people watching you. Meanwhile, his dearly beloved family members are ...
De Beers Talisman Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 26, 2009
...polished round brilliant and one rough diamond. Hallmark setting. Retail price does not include the chain. Can be worn on a cotton cord sold separately. Pendant measures 14mm x 28mm (.55 x 1.10 inches...
Swisslog introduces new solution for medication supply chain
in Supplychainer, on June 26, 2009
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
in Supplychainer, on June 26, 2009
...not only with procurement and product development but also manufacturing and the rest of the supply chain. Here comes one quote explaining the issue:
During standard test procedures, Boeing identif... ...ortion of the wing and the side of body join totaling 18 locations on either side of the plane. The areas are small, one to two square inches but involve an integrated design solution as the wings com...
How biotech companies can reduce supply chain risk?
in Supplychainer, on June 25, 2009
... 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 w...
Devon Fine Jewelry 2009
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 25, 2009
... design award.
Devon Gold Necklace
Cascading links of gold are attached to a 14k yellow gold chain necklace. This amazing necklace is perfect for casual wear or for special occasions.
$989
...
In Search of a Cool Summer: Da Lat, Vietnam
in Hidden Travel Gems, on June 24, 2009
...th enchanting spots. Three lakes grace the city. Xuan Huong Lake extends directly into the downtown area and is dotted with villas and cafes. Dan Thein Lake and Chien Thang Lake are both just a couple...
The future is Battery Powered Passive RFID Tags
in The RFID Weblog, on June 24, 2009
...FID tags could offer benefits in terms of cost, time and visibility:
Manufacturing and Supply Chain: Inventory management and asset tracking of parts, materials, work-in-process or finished goods ... ...the small size makes integration easier when compared to active RFID.
Given below are some of the areas where battery assisted passive RFID tags could offer benefits in terms of cost, time and visib...
Heavenly Treasures Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 23, 2009
...
• Measures 7/8" wide
• .60 ct Diamonds
$895
Diamond Tear Drop Pendant & Toggle Chain Necklace
14k yellow gold and sterling silver Diamond tear drop pendant on an all sterling silver ...
Beware of loan-modification scams
in The Mortgage Roadmap, on June 21, 2009
...Tribune story points to the case of Bobby John Herrera, who victimized 47 homeowners in the Phoenix area through such a scam. Herrera was recently sentenced to five years in prison.
The key to avoidi...
Supply chain education ranking: Penn State becomes No. 1
in Supplychainer, on June 21, 2009
...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 ...
Georgia Tech opens a new supply chain center in Costa Rica
in Supplychainer, on June 21, 2009
...titutions 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 th...
Jewelry Clearance at SeaofDiamonds.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 21, 2009
...ven detailing and sparkling round diamonds.
$795
1 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Circle Pendant W/Chain
Be dazzled by the sparkle of this diamond "eternity" pendant. Glittering diamonds a...
CIA recruits bankers
in Sox First, on June 19, 2009
...ance, business administration, international management, or economic crimes management or a related area, with a strong concentration in international finance, banking, or business, are encouraged to ...
Free Entrance to U.S. National Parks on Weekends
in The Flyaway Weblog, on June 17, 2009
...ities, and we hope that promoting visitation will give a small shot in the arm to businesses in the area," Salazar said.
© kangotraveler
...
Betsey Johnson Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 16, 2009
... 3/4" long.
• Gold-tone with enamel inlay and rhinestone accents.
• Adjustable 16" chain with a lobster clasp.
$129
Betsey Johnson Heart Charm Bracelet
• Gold-tone stretch bracelet...
Other Money Saving Tips for Your Air Conditioning
in The Personal Finance Weblog, on June 15, 2009
...monthly expenses comes from either heating or cooling of your house. This also means that it is an area where a lot of money can be saved, too, if you follow some money tips.
If you buy window air co...
Jewelry Sale at HSN.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 14, 2009
...g, composed of metalwork beads and an inner border of smooth blue and green beads. Draped cable chains with faceted blue and smooth blue and green beads accent the interior of the silhouette. For intr...
On the Shores of Lake Geneva...
in Celebrate Wine, on June 13, 2009
...ad a piece recently that looks like a great vacation idea - wine tasting in Switzerland, in an area where the vineyards are a UNESCO world heritage site.
It's called The Lavaux Vineyard Ter...
Drug pushing Eli Lilly
in Sox First, on June 13, 2009
...iffs have launched a lawsuit alleging the drug company treated them as second class citizens in the area of pay and promotion. Talk about an ethics bypass. Eli Lilly is a company now worth watching....
In Search of a Cool Summer: Lake Baikal, Siberia
in Hidden Travel Gems, on June 12, 2009
... on the west coast of the lake, is a splendid natural setting. Several nature reserves and mountain chains in the area provide opportunities for outdoor adventures - everything from afternoon hikes to... ...oast of the lake, is a splendid natural setting. Several nature reserves and mountain chains in the area provide opportunities for outdoor adventures - everything from afternoon hikes to two-week trek...
MGB-GT, Yours for Just $20 in Museum Charity Raffle
in Classical Drives, on June 12, 2009
...rganisation, it is raising funds for a building to permanently house the museum in the Dayton, Ohio area. The building will have a display area for British transportation vehicles, an art gallery, a l...
Hard times for logistics and transportation companies...
in Supplychainer, on June 11, 2009
...mponent manufacturers see a dramatic decrease in their sales and this affects their large logistics chain.
- The predicted growth haven't materialized so some logistics firms have ended up with e...
Art Funds
in The Hedge Funds Weblog, on June 10, 2009
...Investments in material assets such as real estate, commodities, as well as art, continues to be an area that investors seem to be focusing on, with the growing importance of 'art investment' ...
Apple 公布 iPhone 3G S 和 iPhone OS 3.0
in Wangtam, on June 9, 2009
在刚刚结束的 WWDC 2009 开幕演讲上，Apple 全球营销高级副总裁 Phil Schiller 发布了第三代 iPhone 手机，名字就叫做iPhone 3G S。其中，字母"S"代表了 Speed 速度。顾名思义，Apple 这一次将注意力放在了提升系统性能方面。
iPhone 3G S的外观设计和上一代产品iPhone 3G完全相同，整机、屏幕尺寸没有进行任何修改，重量从133g略微增加到135g。而在内部，iPhone 3G S对硬件配置进行了全面升级。根据苹果在发布会上的说法，iPhone 3G S启动短信应用程序的速度是iPhone 3G的2.1...
Supply chain video: Short interview on SC Finance
in Supplychainer, on June 8, 2009
... Mark Perera. Mark is co-founder of Procurement Leaders and talks about their research on Supply Chain Finance. He highlights the opportunities, case studies, strategies and pitfalls of this Spend ...
Recession Forces More Golf Deals
in Eagle Par Birdie, on June 8, 2009
... that give golfers enormous discounts on green fees at several dozen courses in the Greater Toronto Area.
Green fees for half price or better are available through this membership deal. And it includ...
Martine Wester Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 8, 2009
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
in The RFID Weblog, on June 8, 2009
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...
Venture Capitalists Fight for Carried Interest
in Wangtam, on June 7, 2009
...tutor in your local area
• SandWedged.com - Golf Course Directory
• Goodbye Old Friend. R.I.P. Rajeev Motwani
• Remembering Rajeev
• FreeSSHd
• 2009 TechFellow Awards: The Winners
• openpl...
Barcelona: Things to Do
in Wandalust, on June 7, 2009
...spend your entire time in Barcelona without traveling outside the boundaries of these three vibrant areas, of course, but spending a few well-chosen days among their narrow streets and shadowy alleywa...
Wind in Virginia Gains Support
in IfEnergy, on June 7, 2009
... is gaining support in Virginia's far west, according to the Associated Press .
I live in an area where the proposed construction of 400-foot high wind turbines has become a contentious issue. ...
Jewelry Sale at Shopbop.com
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 7, 2009
...otal diamond weight: 0.17 ct.
$432
Kenneth Jay Lane Snake Link Necklace
Necklace with snake-chain links. 36" long. Electroplated 18k gold.
$55
Elizabeth and James Seven Chain Bra...
Chiquita receives 2009 Circle of Excellence award by the Distribution Business Management Association
in Supplychainer, on June 7, 2009
... Environmental Leader , Chiquita has worked with MIT to address the carbon footprint of its supply chain. Throughout the course of a study of Chiquita's carbon footprint, it was discovered that:
...
Food Allergy Support Groups
in Allergies, on June 5, 2009
...or know of an allergy support group not listed, or if you have difficulty reaching a group in your area, feel free to contact them at info@faiusa.org or 212-207-1974 ....
Victoria Cunningham Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 4, 2009
... blossom necklace with diamond accents is stunning in 14K yellow gold and .25ctw diamonds. 16" chain.
$615
Double Disc Diamond Earrings
These 14K yellow gold double disk with .04ctw of di...
Eve Sperling Jewelry 2009
in The Jewelry Weblog, on June 3, 2009
...rs of gemstone quality rubies, sapphires and emeralds.
Yellow Gold Paisley Pendant
16" chain enhanced with 4 Diamonds.
Diamonds = .18 cts
$2240
Eve's passion for design became evi...
Washington University launches new master in supply chain from September 2009
in Supplychainer, on May 31, 2009
...ngton 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 i...
Supply chain video:ERP market overview in 2009
in Supplychainer, on May 31, 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
in Supplychainer, on May 31, 2009
... 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...
Fujitsu expands to Australian ERP market
in Supplychainer, on May 31, 2009
... 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 enterprise solutions and services.
Acc...
AMR announces top 25 supply chains for 2009
in Supplychainer, on May 31, 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...
Supply chain video: Supply chain scorecard
in Supplychainer, on May 31, 2009
...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 ...
Social entrepreneurship: A three decade history
in Audeamus - How dare we..., on May 31, 2009
...d some entrepreneurs like Mohammad Yunus offer their point of views about the opportunities in this area.
The video starts with Mohammad Yunus and as I mentioned continues with intervie...
Antalya: Turkey's Mediterranean Playground
in Wandalust, on May 29, 2009
... mountains in the Mediterranean basin. History has left layers of archeological attractions in the area. And Antalya affords its visitors access to a number of surrounding seaside resorts and natural ...
GM or Chrysler: Which one is a better option for Fiat?
in Supplychainer, on May 27, 2009
...des 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 supply chain merger: There is low degree o...
Zstamp: The RFID Stamp
in The RFID Weblog, on May 27, 2009
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
in The Jewelry Weblog, on May 27, 2009
...rt and Design.
Vera Wang Small Choker Necklace
Inspired by the linking of a motorcycle chain, this elegant version is embellished with crystals.
• About 19½" long
• Lobster clasp
$795
...
Rebecca Summer 2009 Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on May 26, 2009
...teel, bronze, and semi-precious stones . The Rebecca pieces vary from chunky cocktail rings to long chain necklaces, dangling earrings, and even a Rebecca watch.
Tropezienne Oval Amber Gemstone...
