As consumers become more eco-conscious, they push brands to adopt more sustainable practices. Many have responded by increasing their reliance on returnable industrial packaging.
Because of its importance in all types of business, the supply-chain industry is uniquely positioned to make big impacts from the adoption of green practices.
You’d be forgiven for believing that low-paid, non- or modestly skilled jobs in the supply chain are on the verge of being phased out by automation — especially the boring and repetitive ones.
Rare earth minerals are an essential ingredient of countless high-tech and electronics products. And China holds a near monopoly on the worldwide supply.