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The Shifting Dynamics of Supply Chain Management: Higher Visibility Means Higher Stakes For Businesses and Policymakers
Piyush Shah - May 14, 2024The supply chain industry has long been a battlefield of the unexpected, where disruptions, both minor and significant, are a commonplace challenge. However, the landscape of how these disruptions are perceived and managed has evolved dramatically.
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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: A Wake-Up Call for Supply Chain Reforms and Investments in Critical Infrastructure
Piyush Shah - May 14, 2024The recent collapse of the Baltimore Bridge has sparked a significant conversation about the vulnerabilities within our national supply chain infrastructure. Dr.
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Retailers Should Reduce Their SKUs for a Healthier Supply Chain. Here's Why.
Piyush Shah - November 17, 2023In the current retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) landscape, the industry faces significant challenges in maintaining a healthier supply chain. A 2023 Consumer Survey by O9 Solutions underscores this, revealing that over half of consumers have encountered product shortages, leading to a shift towards price-based purchasing over brand loyalty and reduced shopping due to price hikes.
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Quick-Service Restaurants Can Learn Some Good & Bad Strategies from Chipotle's Expansion to Rural Areas
Piyush Shah - August 18, 2023Chipotle's plan to open up in smaller towns has become big news in the world of quick-service restaurants. Some experts applaud the company's plan, while others highlight some potential speed bumps in the road to a successful expansion, especially when considering how inflation has impacted the company's latest numbers.
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