Forestry
Research at Nanjing Forestry University in Jiangsu, People's Republic of China, has led to a deeper understanding of the importance of freshness-keeping investment in perishable supply chains. The study, published in IEEE Access, explores the dynamics of freshness index and proposes a stochastic model to describe its decay
International trade
India is proactively seeking to boost its supply of rare earth minerals, a critical component for its burgeoning tech and manufacturing industries, by exploring potential trade agreements with Chile and Peru, promoting domestic exploration, and engaging startup initiatives in recycling and processing. As the global supply chain for rare earth
Environmental sustainability
Research from Yonsei University in South Korea has shed light on the potential of sustainable fourth-party logistics in reducing supply chain management and logistics costs. According to investigators, customers are increasingly turning to reassembled, remanufactured, and electronic gadgets to save on purchasing costs. As a result, the industry must adapt
International trade
As the world grapples with the implications of President Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports, a deeper story is unfolding - the remapping of global supply chains. China's tightening of export rules on rare earth elements, a sector crucial to global technology and defense manufacturing, has caused
Environmental sustainability
Research from the University of Adelaide has explored the critical enablers for the successful adoption of a Smart Circular Logistics System (SCLS) by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India's electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing sector. The study utilized a hybrid framework to assess the importance of SCLS&
Environmental sustainability
Research conducted by the Department of Green Chemistry and Technology at Ghent University has explored the potential for centralized nitrogen recovery to align with uniform fertilizer production and support the European Union's Farm-to-Fork strategy. The study employs a mixed integer linear programming model to optimize centralized processing, incorporating
Environmental sustainability
The global fashion industry is built on a foundation of trust, with consumers placing a premium on genuine, authentic products that align with their values. However, the world has changed, and supply chains have become increasingly complex, making it difficult for brands to prove the authenticity and sustainability of their
International trade
Researchers from Zhejiang University, in Jiaxing, Zhejiang, People's Republic of China, have published a comprehensive review on the use of artificial intelligence in enhancing microbial safety in aquatic products. The study points out that aquatic products are a critical source of dietary protein, but their expanded global trade
Environmental sustainability
Launched in 2019, Retraced has revolutionized the fashion industry by providing a global platform for supplier lifecycle management, helping fashion brands and suppliers simplify supply chain operations and respond to regulatory and market changes. To further scale its platform and enhance operational efficiency, Retraced selected Oracle Autonomous AI Database to
International trade
Fears of a new trade war between the US and China have increased following the introduction of port levies and export restrictions. The two superpowers are set to engage in trade talks at the end of the month, despite escalated rhetoric and new measures aimed at restricting the other'
Automobile industry
The UK government has stepped in to support Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) with a £1.5 billion loan guarantee after the motor manufacturer was severely affected by a massive cyber attack. The move aims to protect thousands of jobs and give the company time to recover and support its supply
Cyberterrorism
The UK government has stepped in to support Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) with a £1.5 billion loan guarantee after the motor manufacturer was severely affected by a massive cyber attack. The move aims to protect thousands of jobs and give the company time to recover and support its supply
