Many companies claim to have effective programs in place for dealing with supply-chain disruptions. Now they have a chance to prove it.

Fran O'Sullivan, general manager of systems, strategy and operations, argues the importance of having a sound strategy in place, to guide companies in their pursuit of excellence. But it's equally important to measure the success of that effort, she says.

A Singapore-based scientist has urged the nation to implement an emission control area (ECA) to combat rising pollution.