COVID-19 has been one of the biggest disruptions that the supply chains of consumer products companies and retailers (CPR companies) have ever faced. CPR companies must consider the fact that although the pandemic was, in theory, a one-off shock, this sort of volatility may reoccur. And while many of the changes we have Read more…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world, and its effects will last. In a publication by McKinsey, some trends are identified that business leaders should keep in mind as they prepare for the next normal. We look at the most relevant innovation and supply chain developments.
Understanding un-met diversity, equality, and inclusion needs in the world today, demands empathy and honesty—but also action. By creating ways that demonstrate support, by making bold commitments and seeing them through, and by creatively forging partnerships and coalitions, organizations can transform into a change-making force for good.
With the new year starting, it is good to remind us all that one third of the way into our Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) journey, the world is far from being on track to achieve the global Goals by 2030.
Leaders of transportation and logistics (T&L) companies need to transition from defense to offense in their approach to climate action.
Despite deliberate efforts, many organizations continue to struggle with achieving a diverse leadership bench. A recent Gartner survey reveals that nearly two-thirds of talent management leaders say 10% or fewer of their organization’s successors are women from diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds. Building diversity in leadership is a team effort Read more…
Digital transformation efforts, which are critical during the COVID-19 pandemic and new normal, need some work. Only 30% of digital transformation projects met or exceeded their target value, according to a report from Boston Consulting Group.
We need transformational leaders equipped with the right skills, capacities and approaches, who can visualise the future we want, and, in a spirit of aspiration, take firm steps to get us there.
In a globalized world, any sustainable supply chain is going to rely on companies, organizations and retailers being able to build positive relationships with their respective suppliers. The social and environmental costs now have to be considered at every tier, with reputational damage and financial ruin potentially at stake. It’s Read more…
Big data analytics is playing an instrumental role in improving supply chain management. It resolves several pain points at strategic, operational, and tactical levels. Big data is making an impact on all supply chain activities. It ranges from improving delivery times to identifying ways to reduce the communication gap between Read more…