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The Taste of Color
The FDA is phasing out petroleum-based synthetic food dyes by 2026 due to health concerns. Food companies face challenges finding natural alternatives that are stable, affordable, and maintain product appeal.
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Securing the Essential Minerals Supply Chain: Part Two
The April 2025 executive order promotes US seabed mining for critical minerals, but America lacks proper legal standing without ratifying UNCLOS while China already leads globally with five exploration sites.
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Securing the Essential Minerals Supply Chain: Part One
China dominates global essential minerals refining despite the abundance of supplies elsewhere. Recent export restrictions highlight the weaponization of this strategic dominance. Short-term alternatives remain limited; long-term solutions require significant investment in domestic processing infrastructure.
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How Resilient Is America's Food Supply Chain?
US food supply chains face significant national security risks from climate change, weather disruptions, and heavy import dependencies. University research reveals serious structural vulnerabilities requiring advanced technology and improved decision-making from manufacturers, government, and consumers.
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Combating Malnutrition with Science
The global population is expected to reach 10.3 billion people, while climate change continues to threaten food production more and more. Scientists propose a new green revolution using alternative proteins, genetics, and artificial intelligence to address malnutrition and overcome consumer acceptance challenges.
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New Food Dye Restrictions Highlight The Growing Value Of Portfolio Optimization: Forbes Technology Council
The FDA banned Red Dye No. 3, giving companies until 2027 to phase out. This exemplifies why businesses need agility and advanced analytics to navigate regulatory changes, supply disruptions, and economic uncertainty successfully.
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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
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
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
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.
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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.