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The Aftermath of the Thai Flood
Although the disastrous flooding in Thailand seems to have come to an end, the consequences of it for supply chains will be visible for months to come. For the huge…
Apple’s Explosive Supply Chain
Serious safety concerns around Apple’s supply chain continue to emerge after the recent weekend explosion in which local media said dozens of workers were injured. The blast recently happened at…
It’s Official: China Now Makes BMW for Export
Following the success of its 5 series sedans released in August last year (which have been a large contribution to the 45% jump in sales from 2009), BMW has become…
When the Wind Blows
The Opporturtunities are rising in China’s Wind Power Sector by Simon Zhang, Jacky Yu, Interchina China’s wind power market has grown at an annual average rate of over 90 percent…
Coal costs lead to power cuts in China’s southwest
Fluctuations in coal prices and insufficient logistics mechanisms may mean that parts of south and central China suffer severe power outages this winter. Many power plans will be unable to…
Are Asian firms finding more supply chain value?
Until recently, the received wisdom was that European companies led the way in sustainability. Not anymore. Now some of the best examples of responsible supply chain development are to be…
Thailand floods disrupt production and supply chains
Western Digital, Honda Motor and many other companies have been forced to suspend production in central Thailand because of the floods. Most of the factory closures are due to disruptions…
Scalable Collaboration: Lessons From China: Li & Fung
A prime example of a firm that has prospered with scalable collaboration is Li & Fung, the largest company you have probably never heard of. It is involved in the…
Indian state rolls out red carpet for carmakers
Along a dusty, traffic-choked road in the western state of Gujarat lies what may be India’s industrial future. As laborers work under a blazing sun to widen the highway, auto…
Nokia’s Troubles Hit Suppliers
Market struggles at Nokia Corp. have had ripple effects among the company’s major suppliers that could reshape the global supply chain for smartphones. The emerging crisis among suppliers is one…
