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The Cocoa Crisis and the Holidays

Global Value Chains

The Cocoa Crisis and the Holidays

Cocoa prices surged due to weather problems in West Africa, disease, and aging trees, raising chocolate costs. Companies are increasing prices and exploring alternatives like gene editing and improved cocoa extraction techniques.
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Risk Management: Sleeping When the Wind Blows

Global Value Chains

Risk Management: Sleeping When the Wind Blows

Organizations face unprecedented chaos in a BANI world (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible), requiring AI-powered solutions that deliver resilience, explainability, anticipation, and lucidity (REAL) to navigate complex supply chain risks effectively.
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Reimagining Supply Chain Management

Global Value Chains

Reimagining Supply Chain Management

Organizations must move beyond VUCA and BANI frameworks by getting REAL—becoming Resilient, Explainable, Anticipatory, and Lucid—through AI-driven autonomous supply chains that successfully transform operational chaos into competitive advantage.
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Will There Be Any Ho, Ho, Ho-liday Shopping?

Global Value Chains

Will There Be Any Ho, Ho, Ho-liday Shopping?

Holiday sales expected to grow 4%, reaching $975 billion—slowest since pandemic. Consumers prioritize value and experiences over discretionary spending. Successful retailers must emphasize omnichannel strategies and value beyond discounts.Retry
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Food Trends Are Redefining the CPG Sector

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Food Trends Are Redefining the CPG Sector

The food and beverage industry faces declining sales due to inflation while companies adapt to emerging consumer trends including wellness, functional foods, sustainability, clean labels, AI technology, and weight-loss innovations.
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The Importance of the Global South

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The Importance of the Global South

The Global South represents 85% of global population and growing economic power. China dominates partnerships there while America risks losing influence over critical minerals, markets, and future growth.

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

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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.
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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.
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Additive Manufacturing: Hype or Hope for U.S. Manufacturing? Part 1

Global Value Chains

Additive Manufacturing: Hype or Hope for U.S. Manufacturing? Part 1

This article discusses 3-D printing (additive manufacturing) and its potential impact. Experts disagree on how big of a role it will play. Some believe 3-D printing will revolutionize manufacturing, while others believe it will be more for niche applications. Challenges include affordability, limited materials, and slow printing speeds.
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Can U.S. Manufacturing Really Revive?

Global Value Chains

Can U.S. Manufacturing Really Revive?

The article discusses the future of US manufacturing. While some say it's dead, others argue it can be revived with a focus on innovation and advanced technology. The revival won't bring back many factory jobs, but it will create new ones in the supply chain.