The U.S. economy is finally showing signs of slowing due to Trump's tariffs, immigration raids, and AI job displacement, though Big Tech's AI spending provides some economic support.

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High Grocery Prices Push Consumers to Buy Private Labels Over Brands

Global Value Chains

High Grocery Prices Push Consumers to Buy Private Labels Over Brands

Inflation drives consumers toward private label groceries, increasingly threatening name brands. Private labels now compete on quality, not just price. Name brands must adapt pricing and consumer understanding to survive.

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World Entrepreneurs’ Day 2025

Global Value Chains

World Entrepreneurs’ Day 2025

America's immigrant entrepreneurs have historically driven innovation and economic growth, founding major companies at twice the rate of native-born Americans. However, current restrictive immigration policies are now driving talent away.

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Supply Chain Resilience: What Is It?

Global Value Chains

Supply Chain Resilience: What Is It?

Supply chains must evolve beyond basic resilience to become 'antifragile,' embracing uncertainty and leveraging advanced AI-powered systems to convert endless disruptions into powerful competitive advantages rather than merely surviving them.

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Has World War Three Begun in Supply Chains?

Global Value Chains

Has World War Three Begun in Supply Chains?

Global trade war is already underway through supply chain disruptions, forcing companies to reassess geopolitical risks. While traditional alliances shift and China pivots toward Global South markets, businesses need real-time threat monitoring systems to survive.

Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941

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Don’t be Afraid — Halloween 2016 Could be a Record Year

Global Value Chains

Don’t be Afraid — Halloween 2016 Could be a Record Year

This article discusses Halloween becoming a bigger business than ever. Consumers are expected to spend $8.4 billion this year, with most going on candy and costumes. The article also highlights the complex supply chain that brings Halloween products to stores.

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Supply Chain Risk Management: You Can’t Outsource Responsibility

Global Value Chains

Supply Chain Risk Management: You Can’t Outsource Responsibility

Companies are responsible for ethical sourcing throughout their supply chain. Risks include reputational damage, regulatory issues, and infiltration by malicious actors. Data analysis and cognitive computing systems can help companies identify and mitigate these risks.

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Supply Chains are Adversely Affected by Global Complexity

Global Value Chains

Supply Chains are Adversely Affected by Global Complexity

A study found that 83% of supply chain executives report negative impacts of globalization on business performance, mainly due to complexity and risk. The key to mitigating risk is better visibility throughout the supply chain. Implementing a global supply chain risk management program can help companies achieve this. The article also details 10 tips for getting started with such a program.

Global Value Chains

Supply Chains are Adversely Affected by Global Complexity

Global Value Chains

Supply Chains are Adversely Affected by Global Complexity

A study found that 83% of supply chain executives experience negative effects from globalization. The main challenge is complexity and risk caused by a long supply chain. The article suggests better visibility throughout the supply chain as a solution and provides 10 tips for implementing a global supply chain risk management program.