Ann Grackin, chief executive officer of ChainLink Research, traces the evolution of ethical behavior throughout the supply chain. But is the trend motivated by a desire for profitability, the law, or just good intentions?
Companies large and small are gradually coming to recognize the important of measuring their supply-chain performance. But trust among partners is also a key factor in the effort, says Karl Manrodt, associate professor at Georgia Southern University.
Collaborative forecasting between retailers and manufacturers is moving beyond short-term, tactical activities to more strategic, longer-term planning, says David Johnston, senior vice president of JDA Software Group.
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