Latest posts about Risk Management
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Auto recall issues bring reverse logistics into play
October 6, 2015
While many auto executives expect more industry recalls in 2015 and 2016, just 8 percent use advanced predictive analytics to help prevent, prepare for, and manage recalls, according to a recent online poll from Deloitte.
Supply Chain Resiliency Program Success
September 10, 2015
Driven by the growing awareness of the risk that dependence on global supply chain networks represent to market share, revenue, cost targets, brand value, and ultimately shareholder equity, increasingly companies are looking to emerging supply chain risk management and resiliency strategies, practices, and tools for answers.
The Tianjin Explosion Impact Analysis
September 3, 2015
The aftermath of the Tianjin explosions: a global supply chain impact analysis - it’s far worse than you think!
Tianjin Explosions Supply Chain Impact: 4 Reasons It’s Worse Than You Think
September 3, 2015
The effects are being underestimated and will ripple well beyond the immediate regional economic zone and have global implications, the repercussions on the global supply chain will be felt over the next few months and perhaps years to come.
CPSC to Launch Electronic Filing System Pilot Program for Imported Products in 2016
August 25, 2015
Earlier this month, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved a pilot program to test an electronic filing system that will require importers to submit data electronically for imported consumer products.
3PLs Eye Alternatives Due To Severe Road Access Limits Following Tianjin Explosion
August 14, 2015
Third-Party Logistics providers and shippers are looking to re-route cargo to other Chinese ports following Wednesday’s devastating explosion at the port of Tianjin.
Shifting Risk and Meeting in the Middle Might Be Key to Shipper & Third-Party Logistics Relations
August 7, 2015
The issue of 3PL commoditization has been repeatedly raised, with 3PLs expressing the desire for shippers to view them more as strategic partners and not just as suppliers.
Cyber attacks threaten ocean cargo shipping
June 9, 2015
While physical threats to international sea and air cargo gateways have been top of mind ever since the events of 9/11, security analysts say more attention should be given to reduce exposure to internet penetration and hacking attacks. Should existing cyber security processes be compromised, they add, a cascading effect might be created, thereby disrupting huge segments of any given supply chain.
Ready for a Supply Chain Disruption? Build Resilience Into Your Network, and You Will Be
May 29, 2015
As supply chain complexity continues to evolve it's now imperative to be prepared for supply chain disruptions.
The 2015 FM Global Resilience Index Annual Report
May 28, 2015
As globalization accelerates, business increasingly is conducted in a borderless, interconnected and almost invisible way, leading to a potential loss of strategic control.
Countries That Have the Most Resilient Supply Chains
May 28, 2015
Japan's manufacturing industry weathered the post-Fukushima crisis pretty well, all things considered, but other countries are less prepared for big disasters report says.
Apple Watch Shows Value of Strong Supply Chains, and Opportunity in Disruption
May 28, 2015
Resilient companies with increased flexibility such as Apple can recover from supply chain disruptions more quickly than their competitors and therefore have a competitive advantage, which could potentially increase their market share.
Understanding Risk Assessment Practices at Manufacturing Companies
May 4, 2015
The rapid and adverse nature of events, such as a data security breach, or an inflammatory social media post, illustrate the importance of assessing risks and designing appropriate response plans that adequately address risk velocity.
Study Highlights Pressing Need To Evolve Manufacturing Risk Management
May 4, 2015
Improved risk assessment provides greater agility and greater protection against disruptive and potentially catastrophic events that characterize prolonged periods of decline - the manufacturer becomes more agile and able to recognize and respond to such events, and to capitalize on the opportunities such events reveal.
Supply Chain IT Risk Mitigation Still Work in Progress
May 3, 2015
For real results, organizations should implement supply chain risk management practices, especially risks presented by Information Technology disruptions.