As manufactures and retailers increasingly depend on extended rosters of sourcing companies, the resulting networked supply chain requires improved visibility. Importers are using multiple sourcing vendors to improve their ability to respond to market demand and...
In response to the growth of global trade, as our economy is more dependent on the global trade, it is more vulnerable to threats and disruptions caused by increasing terrorism and differing quality standards. As a result, compliance, customs, regulatory and public...
Globalization is accelerating at a phenomenal rate. Global trade is projected to grow at 10% plus, year over year for the foreseeable future. Businesses in the EU and US are increasing their investment in manufacturing and sourcing offshore. This trend raises critical...