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Has China Reached Its Apex?

Global Value Chains

Has China Reached Its Apex?

China dominates the rare earths, green energy, and manufacturing sectors while building partnerships with the Global South. Playing the long game, China positions itself as a technological architect, reducing dependence on Western markets.
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It’s Time for Companies to Adapt to Climate Change

Global Value Chains

It’s Time for Companies to Adapt to Climate Change

Despite mitigation efforts, humanity prioritizes economic growth over climate limits. Bipartisan experts advocate climate adaptation as practical survival strategy. Early investments of $1.8 trillion could yield $7.1 trillion in benefits.
Global Value Chains

Geopolitical Risks on the Rise

Global Value Chains

Geopolitical Risks on the Rise

Geopolitical instability ranks as the second-highest global risk after climate change. Supply chains face increasing politicization and disruption, requiring AI-powered real-time solutions to build enterprise resilience amid persistent geopolitical threats.Retry
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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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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.
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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.