Global supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, as businesses juggle multinational suppliers and service providers, constantly shifting regulations, and more informed consumers demanding increased responsiveness and sustainability.
The internet of things offers businesses an unprecedented level of visibility and control over their supply chains. But it also opens the door to potentially crippling cyberattacks.
For those running an e-commerce business, summertime means preparing for the next peak seasons: Back-to-School, Halloween and the holiday shopping season.
It’s the obvious solution for avoiding the squeeze of a mounting U.S.-China trade dispute: move production to other East Asian nations. For many companies, however, this is not a viable option.