The Global Supply Chain Institute Company Profile
The Global Supply Chain Institute coordinates the University of Tennessee’s broad spectrum of supply chain offerings and fulfills industry’s need for global supply chain information and best practices. The Institute delivers executive education, industry forums, research initiatives, custom programs, global partnerships, corporate audits, and more.
The University of Tennessee’s world-class faculty is one of the nation’s most published in supply chain and includes numerous endowed chairs held by academic leaders in marketing, logistics, and statistics.
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The Global Supply Chain Institute
310 Stokely Management CenterKnoxville, Tennessee, 37996
United States
(865) 974-9413
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This paper provides information about five new innovative technologies that could greatly impact the supply chain, it delves into the...
In this white paper, we have included applied research on what the best companies are doing to deliver world-class results...
This University of Tennessee Global Supply Chain Institute whitepaper addresses the key issues in supply chain sustainability transparency, it presents...
Supply chain professionals who operate in the global environment need to be armed with a solid global supply chain management...
If done correctly, the partnership with your Third Party Logistics, 3PL provider can truly be a source of competitive advantage...
The Global Supply Chain Institute News & Resources
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Amazon Plans to Expand Boston Tech Hub with Additional 2,000 Technology Jobs
May 1, 2018
Amazon.com Inc. said it’s hiring 2,000 people in Boston, expanding an existing technology hub that focuses on everything from machine learning and speech science to cloud computing and robotics.
New Supply Chain Technology Best Practices
April 30, 2018
This paper provides information about five new innovative technologies that could greatly impact the supply chain, it delves into the many benefits of each technology as well as some challenges, and it gives you a peek into an amazing future.
Study Assesses Five Technologies to Impact the Supply Chain in the Next 5 Years
May 16, 2017
Robotics tops the list of most likely disruptors in next five years, 3D printing considered least viable in the short term.
Study Identifies Transportation Best Practices & Megatrends to Adopt by 2025
April 28, 2017
The rising cost of transportation has created strife between shippers and carriers as they leverage the economics of supply and demand at the expense of each other, according to a new study from UT’s Global Supply Chain Institute, this inherent conflict undermines a company’s ability to meet its supply chain and financial goals.
Transportation 2025 Megatrends & Current Digital Best Practices
April 27, 2017
In this white paper, we have included applied research on what the best companies are doing to deliver world-class results in the current environment as well as insight from industry thought leaders on what we will face in the years ahead.
Creating a Transparent Supply Chain Best Practices
February 9, 2017
This University of Tennessee Global Supply Chain Institute whitepaper addresses the key issues in supply chain sustainability transparency, it presents the results that demonstrate the relationship between sustainable supply chain visibility, traceability, integrity, and transparency.
Best Practices for Supply Chain Transparency
February 9, 2017
A new study from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Global Supply Chain Institute outlines the best practices for leveraging transparency in supply chains for financial profit.
Does President Trump & Peter Navarro Want to Somehow Dispose of Global Supply Chains?
February 1, 2017
Critics have argued that U.S. multinationals are “abandoning” the home country and moving technology and jobs offshore through foreign operations and participation in global supply chains, actually, the reverse is true.
Global Supply Chains
January 30, 2017
Supply chain professionals who operate in the global environment need to be armed with a solid global supply chain management strategy.
Selecting and Managing a Third Party Logistics Provider
June 6, 2016
If done correctly, the partnership with your Third Party Logistics, 3PL provider can truly be a source of competitive advantage for your company.
2015 Top 50 Global & Domestic U.S. Third-Party Logistics Providers
June 6, 2016
Following last year’s merger and acquisition frenzy, the speed of technology implementation by the new “mega 3PLs” will need to keep pace with the evolving challenges of omni-channel fulfillment, and those providers that meet shipper needs will remain dominant.
Target Hires Amazon Executive to Overhaul Its Supply Chain & Logistics Operations
February 29, 2016
The discount retailer has poached Arthur Valdez, a 16-year veteran of Amazon.com, to head its supply chain and logistics operations as it looks to better integrate its stores with its fast-growing online digital e-commerce initiatives.
Supply Chain Talent Our Most Important Resource
August 28, 2015
Our people are the most difficult asset to replace and the primary resource that drives supply chain results.
The ABCs of DCs Distribution Center Management
August 12, 2015
This paper outlines the most significant challenges distribution centers are facing and conveys creative solutions to meet the growing demand for information technology and value-added services.
Wal-Mart Poaching Talent From eBay To Develop Online E-commerce Platform
June 25, 2015
According to research by CIO Journal research Walmart is raiding eBay’s technical workforce in order to develop its own cloud based open source e-commerce platform.