International trade
Fengze District in Fuzhou's Fujian Province has been stepping up its efforts to develop the local economy, particularly in the area of cross-border e-commerce. District Party Secretary Gao Jinquan led a delegation to investigate the domestic and foreign trade economy, the "5610" special action plan, and
International trade
TrueCommerce, a global supplier of supply chain and trading partner connectivity, integration, and omnichannel solutions, is ushering in a new era of innovation, driven by strategic leadership changes, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered innovations, and compelling customer success stories demonstrating accelerated growth and efficiency. The company's commitment to driving
International trade
The backbone of international trade and industrial development, global supply chains, face mounting challenges from health crises, geopolitical tensions, and rising trade costs. The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has convened the second session of its Development Dialogue, focusing on strengthening global supply chains to be more productive, resilient,
International trade
Global trade tensions and tariff uncertainty are redefining supply chains and commercial relationships, forcing companies to adapt quickly to changing regulations. According to a survey of over 600 legal and procurement professionals, companies are now including tariff-related clauses in their contracts at an unprecedented rate, marking a seismic shift in
International trade
Nigerian businesses are at risk of losing competitiveness and struggling to adapt to a changing global trade environment due to the country's weak logistics sector and infrastructure. Experts have emphasized the need for reforms in Nigeria's supply chain system, including better power infrastructure, streamlined port processes,
Exports
The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requires companies to ensure safety across their supply chains, protecting human rights and the environment. Bangladesh, which accounts for 60 percent of the EU's $42 billion ready-made garments (RMG) imports, faces significant challenges in meeting these new
Environmental sustainability
Sustainable innovation has been identified as a crucial component in enhancing the link between green supply chain management practices and corporate reputation, particularly in emerging markets. A recent study from Al-Quds University has shed light on the mediating role of sustainable innovation in this relationship, emphasizing the need for managers
Environmental sustainability
Research on sustainability research has shown that industrialized countries are shifting towards circular economy production models, which prioritize reducing waste and promoting reuse and recycling. However, retail supply chains are still largely based on the linear "take-make-consume-dispose" model, which is unsustainable due to unbalanced energy consumption and waste
Environmental sustainability
Research published in the International Journal of Logistics Research and Applications has demonstrated the impact of blockchain technology (BCT) on supply chain (SC) sustainability. The study, conducted by Simonov Kusi-Sarpong and colleagues from the University of Southampton, investigated the role of BCT-driven SC mapping and "visiceability" in mediating
Environmental sustainability
Researchers at Universitas Islam Indonesia have published a study on sustainable blood supply chain optimization, focusing on a multi-objective optimization model for blood supply chain (BSC) management. The study aims to maximize total profit and fulfillment rate while minimizing carbon emissions. The research team, led by Agus Mansur, developed a
Environmental sustainability
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Applied Science in Merseburg, Germany has shed light on the impact of regulatory frameworks on the sustainability of supply chains. The study, published in the journal Cleaner Logistics and Supply Chain, focused on the German Act on Corporate Due Diligence
Exports
In a significant move to bolster Africa's agricultural exports, Aavishkaar Capital has extended a USD 5 million loan to Horizon Group Africa, a leading spice processing and export firm. This investment is facilitated through the Global Supply Chain Support Fund (GSCSF), a USD 250 million initiative launched by
