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.

Global Value Chains

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.

Global Value Chains

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.

Global Value Chains

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.

Global Value Chains

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.

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Kraft/Heinz Merger Highlights Need for Cognitive Value Chain™

Global Value Chains

Kraft/Heinz Merger Highlights Need for Cognitive Value Chain™

The Kraft Heinz merger created a global food giant with cost-cutting ambitions. The article discusses the need for a Cognitive Value Chain to optimize operations, improve supply chain visibility, understand international preferences, enhance decision-making, and adapt marketing strategies in the digital age.

Global Value Chains

Kraft/Heinz Merger Highlights Need for Cognitive Value Chain™

Global Value Chains

Kraft/Heinz Merger Highlights Need for Cognitive Value Chain™

Kraft Heinz, formed by merging Kraft and Heinz, aims for global sales but must consider international taste variations. Cognitive Value Chain, a system with features like predictive analytics, can help with challenges like these.

Global Value Chains

Cognitive Computing and Supply Chain Risk Management

Global Value Chains

Cognitive Computing and Supply Chain Risk Management

Despite numerous supply chain disruptions, companies often lack effective risk management. Analytics can help assess risks, but cognitive computing offers a more predictive approach. These AI systems can model many scenarios to find resilient strategies and help businesses make informed decisions.

Global Value Chains

Additive Manufacturing: Hype or Hope for U.S. Manufacturing? Part 2

Global Value Chains

Additive Manufacturing: Hype or Hope for U.S. Manufacturing? Part 2

This article explores futuristic uses of 3-D printing beyond traditional manufacturing. Experts discuss potential applications in medicine, space exploration, and even space travel. 3-D printing could create custom prosthetics, complex spacecraft parts, and tools for astronauts. The key to this future lies in further technological advancements and broader adoption.