Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Supply Chain

Supply Chain

bullwhip effect, supply chain, supplier relationship management

Eliminate the Bullwhip Effect – Communicate with Your Suppliers

Supply chain leaders have been hearing about – and suffering from – the bullwhip effect for quite a while now. What is it and what can we do to strengthen supplier...
classification codes, shipping

Knowing What’s What: Classification Codes

Correctly classifying your imports is crucial. In this QAD Precision Report we look at why classification can be challenging, and how importers can simplify this process. It all comes down to perspective....
supply chain, supply chain best practices, EV, automotive battery, assembly line

A Golden Opportunity: From EV Prototype to Mass Production

The right product at the right price at the right time. That’s the promise we all make to our customers. Even in the most stable, predictable markets, it can be a...
automotive, supply chain processes, supply chain

3 Processes to Automate to Improve Your Plant’s Performance

The automotive industry has faced a growing number of shortages as organizations scrambled to meet production over the past few years. However, this is not surprising as many automotive manufacturers operate...
ethical supply chain, supply chain, CSR, corporate social responsibility

Do You Know Your Suppliers? Counting the Cost of Ignorance

Can Your Business Answer These Questions Around ESG Issues and CSR? Can you identify all your suppliers in the supply chain? Can you confidently confirm that none of them are engaged...
parcel shipping solution, parcel shipping, warehouse

3 Minute Explainer: Evaluating Parcel Shipping Solutions

Choosing a parcel shipping solution requires careful consideration of today’s needs and tomorrow’s goals. In this 3 Minute Explainer we look at the questions to ask when evaluating parcel shipping solutions...
unethical supply chains, supply chain compliance, supply chain

Unethical Supply Chains Cost More Than Dollars and Cents

Companies are increasingly encouraged or propelled to include human rights, environmental and social considerations within global supply chains. While consumer products companies may have taken the lead on these considerations in...
Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast, automotive, supply chain, podcast

Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 1-5

I am proud to co-host the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast with Quistem Founder and President Cathy Fisher. With each podcast episode, we talk with automotive industry experts about a range...
fortify your supply chain, supply chain, FTZ

Look Ahead and Fortify Your Supply Chain

Supply chain disruption is set to continue for the foreseeable future. In this QAD Precision Report we examine business strategies companies can consider to fortify the supply chain. We are almost already...
Promo industry, Promotions, Tariffs, Covid-19

Promo Industry Can Take a Punch, Stand Ready for the Next Blow

Over the past couple of years, the promotional products industry has run up against significant challenges, but has persevered. The promo industry has been in a tough fight against many obstacles...