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by Jim Tompkins Apr. 9, 2011

It's Time to Get Back on the Supply Chain IT Horse

Every day, we hear about the latest gadgets, software, electronics and technologies that promise to enhance our lives. And what you buy as cutting-....More
by Jim Tompkins Mar. 17, 2011

North Africa, Middle East, Japan, Earthquakes, Tsunamis: Crises and Changes Reveal Realities of Today's Supply Chains

Over the past few weeks, I have been asked to share my thoughts on some serious issues: The impact of political upheaval in North Africa and the....More
by Jim Tompkins Feb. 24, 2011

Ways to Reduce Returns, Focus on Top Priorities for the Service Supply Chain

Although product returns are inevitable, wouldn't it be great for companies and consumers alike to avoid them whenever possible? New developments in....More
by Jim Tompkins Feb. 12, 2011

How Risky is the Future?

With all of the changes and unexpected challenges we've been through in the past few years, there is little reliable information to go on when....More
by Jim Tompkins Jan. 25, 2011

Does 'High Technology' Even Still Exist?

Once in a while in this blog, I examine words and phrases that we use every day in business and try to remember the origin of their real meanings....More
by Jim Tompkins Jan. 20, 2011

Avoiding the See-Saw Effect When Cutting Costs: Tax Effective Supply Chain Management

Much like a see-saw on a playground, you can work to make costs go down, only to see other costs go up in response. Companies might bring down supply....More
by Jim Tompkins Jan. 5, 2011

Pull the Speed and Productivity Levers to Boost Shareholder Value

"We must do it quicker and better!" We hear this shouted a lot these days in the business world, but is it a realistic scenario? It is realistic --....More
by Jim Tompkins Dec. 17, 2010

The Transportation Capacity Crunch Is On Its Way: Don't Let It Grind Your Supply Chain

I was recently discussing transportation capacity on Twitter with a few folks. The big question was: Is the capacity crunch lessening? What’s your....More
by Jim Tompkins Dec. 11, 2010

Supply Chain and Shoring Up Shareholder Value Go Hand-in Hand

I am very positive about the upcoming year, especially from a supply chain point of view. As the New Year approaches, many of you are thinking about....More
by Jim Tompkins Dec. 3, 2010

Reverse Logistics in the Pharmaceutical Industry is so Important

It's that time of the year again when colds and coughs start to go around. Hopefully you are well as you read this, but let's say you have started to....More
by Jim Tompkins Nov. 6, 2010

The Current State of DC Technology in China

A team from Tompkins International was just at the CeMAT Asia event in Shanghai to talk with people who lead material handling operations and....More
by Jim Tompkins Oct. 28, 2010

The Five Biggest Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) When Optimizing the Supply Chain Network

Wow, how does that old saying go again -- the one about being "careful what you wish for"? This is what I have been thinking lately on the topic of....More
by Jim Tompkins Oct. 22, 2010

A Season of Change

Leaves are falling and the air is crisp (and so are the apples!). Doesn't this time of year always invite change? There are changes in our routines,....More
by Jim Tompkins Oct. 20, 2010

Inventory Management and the Myth of the Retail Store's 'Back Room'

Halloween isn't quite here yet, but malls and department stores are already putting their Christmas decorations on display. These little reminders of....More
by Jim Tompkins Sep. 25, 2010

Five Nuggets of Wisdom for Pursuing Profitable Growth in Post-Recession Times

In the Global Supply Chain Podcast series that I host, we have been focusing on profitable growth. We are only half-way through the series, but I....More
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