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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
by Jim Tompkins Sep. 3, 2010

'Supply Chain' Past, Present and Future

It's been a rough few years for the U.S. and the global economy, with supply chains large and small suffering a big blow. No need to repeat here what....More
by Jim Tompkins Aug. 18, 2010

Watch Your Speed! Three Fatal Mistakes to Avoid When Making a Smooth and Steady Return to Growth and Prosperity

This tends to be the time when everyone is out and about enjoying the great outdoors. I've noticed people heading to the beach or hiking in the....More
by Jim Tompkins Aug. 7, 2010

The Secret to Sustaining Supply Chain Changes: Do it Right from the Beginning

"What's wrong? I'm not getting the results promised from this supply chain transformation." I can't tell you how many times I have heard this phrase....More
by Jim Tompkins Jul. 27, 2010

Hot Climate for Mergers and Acquisitions Puts Spotlight on Supply Chain

Things are really heating up out there. And I don’t just mean the sweltering summer temperatures we’ve been experiencing lately in my area of the....More
by Jim Tompkins Jul. 27, 2010

Spare Yourself the Panic and Plan Ahead for Business Resiliency

With all the coverage on the oil spill in the gulf coast, it's hard not to think about business vulnerability and disruption. This has me thinking....More
by Jim Tompkins Jun. 28, 2010

Global Mergers and Acquisitions: All the World's a Stage

The global stage is set for some major drama as we emerge from the recession. The Great Comeback is happening now, helping to part the stage curtains....More
by Jim Tompkins Jun. 23, 2010

Evolving the Value Proposition of Your Supply Chain

I've spent a lot of time analyzing the cyclic recession/recovery process over the last two years. As a result, I've uncovered a way to harness that....More
by Jim Tompkins Jun. 16, 2010

If You Hear a Boom, It's China's Warehousing Market

I've recently learned a lot more about China's warehousing market, thanks to new research and talking with experts who know the score in the Asia....More
by Jim Tompkins Jun. 4, 2010

Finally: A Fresh Perspective on M&A Supply Chain Integration

Flash back 10 or 15 years: You are a smart, business-savvy supply chain manager who has just been told that your organization has made a strategic....More
by Jim Tompkins May. 20, 2010

Plan Ahead for Human (or Computer) Error Crisis that Could Occur in Your Supply Chain

We've been talking a lot about the ups and downs of the economy lately. Who hasn’t? And we all got a rush of adrenaline the other day as the stock....More
by Jim Tompkins May. 7, 2010

Have Confidence in Consumers and a Great Recovery

After all, we are getting better economic report cards. I know some fathers who are never happy with their child’s report card. Consider this lecture....More
by Jim Tompkins Apr. 27, 2010

Global Trade Management: Time is Money

"Time is Money." This phrase is about as timeless as the movement of goods from Point A to Point B (or additional points if it’s the service supply....More
by Jim Tompkins Apr. 22, 2010

With Business in China, Having 'Feet on the Ground' Matters

I don't know about you, but when I want to understand what's going on in a location in which I am not currently residing, I ask someone who lives and....More
by Jim Tompkins Apr. 7, 2010

It Was a Good Friday, Indeed

Eighteen months ago, I began writing and talking about The Great Recession and my view of The Great Recovery. A few of my major points included: The....More
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