Global Trade Management

U.K. Auto Sector's Only Brexit Option Is Damage Control, Report Says

March 2, 2018

There is nothing good to come from exiting the European Union for the U.K. auto industry, leaving the government only one option: limiting the damage.

How Blockchain Could Create the 'Autonomous Container'

February 26, 2018

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The Internet of Things would seem ideally suited to the task of monitoring and tracking containers around the world.

Trump Tells Lawmakers He’s Mulling Limits on Imported Steel

February 16, 2018

The New York Times

President Trump suggested this week that the United States was likely to impose restrictions on imported metals, reviving the prospects for a continuing investigation whose future has been called into question amid months of pushback and delays.

Making a Crypto Utopia in Puerto Rico

February 12, 2018

The New York Times

They call what they are building Puertopia. But then someone told them, apparently in all seriousness, that it translates to “eternal boy playground” in Latin. So they are changing the name: They will call it Sol.

Innovations in Last-Mile Delivery

February 8, 2018

Robert Bowman, Managing Editor, SupplyChainBrain

Direct to Consumer Enablement for Retail Success

February 7, 2018

Amber Road

Human Rights Abuse Persists in Thai Fishing Industry

February 7, 2018

Maritime Executive

Forced labor and other rights abuses are widespread in Thailand’s fishing fleets despite government commitments to comprehensive reforms, which in some cases have made the situation worse, Human Rights Watch said in a report released last week.

Blockchain Could Revolutionize the World of Supply Chain Management

February 6, 2018

Brewster Smith, principal, Tompkins International

Blockchain, the technology underlying bitcoin, has some challenges to overcome. But the potential applications are so compelling, supply chain managers should quickly learn more about it and begin to conceptualize how it can be applied to their businesses.

6 Global Supply Chain Trends to Watch in 2018

February 1, 2018

Amber Road

U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May Is Seeking a Free Trade Deal With China

February 1, 2018

Fortune

Britain is seeking a free trade agreement with China, Prime Minister Theresa May said on Wednesday as she flew to the country for talks with Chinese leaders, adding that more should be done immediately to open up market access for British firms.

Global Trade Management

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding global trade management software and systems and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in global trade management software - which streamlines logistics and business processes related to cross-border trade - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using global trade management solutions for supply chain optimization.