by Fronetics | Dec 11, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Strategy, Talent
CrossFitters recognize that good outcomes only come with hard work, and lots of it. For that reason, it generally attracts people who are willing to make sacrifices and go the extra mile to get results both in the gym and at work. If you want to hire top performers...
by Elizabeth Hines | Nov 19, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Strategy, Talent
Career Builder identified Supply Chain Manager as a Top Growth Job for 2013. Why did supply chain manager make the short list (just 18 jobs made the list)? Supply chain manager has experienced an 8 percent job growth since 2010 and there is just one active candidate...
by Elizabeth Hines | Nov 12, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Strategy
A 2013 study conducted by Deloitte found that 64 percent of the global executives surveyed reported they had a risk management program in place that is specific to the supply chain. That being said, 45 percent of the respondents said their programs were somewhat...
by Elizabeth Hines | Nov 5, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Strategy
Companies within the logistics and supply chain industries are often built around a small number of clients because these clients generate 80 percent (or more) of revenue – The Pareto Principle aka the 80/20 rule. Some companies choose not to openly acknowledge this...
by Elizabeth Hines | Oct 29, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Logistics, Strategy
There are a host of issues and risks you need to consider and mitigate when implementing an international reverse logistics process. Here are six things to consider when taking your reverse logistics process international: 1. Laws, rules, and regulations...
by Fronetics | Oct 23, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Strategy, Supply Chain
Red Sox fans are known for their loyalty, optimism, spirit, and patience. The Curse of the Bambino caused an 86 year championship drought. During these 86 years, and the equally long seeming gaps between the 2004, 2007 World Series wins and the upcoming 2013 victory...
