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Mattel leverages diversified supply chain amid new China tariffs

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As the specter of new tariffs on Chinese imports loom large, the toy giant’s strategic use of a diversified supply chain comes to the forefront, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.

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Custom Logistics Software: Building Smarter Supply Chains

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Modern supply chain operations demand exceptional efficiency in order to achieve market competitiveness. The global logistics industry undergoes transformative change because of technological developments which enhance delivery services from last-mile operations to worldwide freight management. trillion in value by 2027.

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Strategic Sourcing + Smart Solutions: The Unbeatable Duo for Procurement Success

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By fostering these relationships, businesses can ensure stable supply chains, consistent quality, and even access to supplier innovations. According to a McKinsey report, firms that develop strong supplier partnerships are 35% less likely to experience significant supply disruptions.

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The Importance of Packaging in Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Packaging systems play an integral role in supply chain operations, from manufacturing to distribution of products to end users. This supply chain article will focus on the importance of packaging in businesses to help you determine the best packaging systems for your brand.

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Essential Guide to Supplier Collaboration

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Strong supplier partnerships drive new product development, unlock cost efficiencies, and ensure supply chains are adaptable to changing market conditions. These partnerships are also key to responding swiftly to disruptions, whether due to supply chain constraints or shifting consumer demands.

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Direct vs Indirect Procurement: Key Differences, Challenges, and Opportunities

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Direct and indirect procurement are two fundamental approaches in supply chain management, each serving distinct functions within an organization. Who Owns It in the Enterprise Typically, direct procurement is managed by supply chain or operations teams.

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Watch: How to Innovate Both Products and Their Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

A discussion about innovation in product development and the supply chain, with Joe Bitterman, VP supply chain planning with Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, and Philip Vervloesem, chief commercial officer with OMP.