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In this episode, we discuss how supply chains can effectively manage currency fluctuations and how Amazon is getting closer to becoming a logistics service provider. We also recap the Superbowl, Hall of Fame inductees and why Reg thinks Karl is leaving out excellent material when editing the podcast.
Featured article:
What does Amazon’s e-commerce dominance mean for logistics service providers?
http://www.supplychain247.com/article/what_does_amazons_e_commerce_dominance_mean_for_logistics_service_providers
We look at how Amazon's e-commerce business is impacting logistics service providers. Is Amazon one step from owning their own parcel delivery fleet. Is being an LSP just part of the natural evolution?
Additional article:
Trucking companies confront amazon threat
http://www.wsj.com/articles/trucking-companies-confront-amazon-threat-1453842572
Featured topic:
Managing currency fluctuations in your supply chain
http://www.investcalgaryregion.ca/blog/9-ways-manage-currency-fluctuations-reduce-supply-chain-risk
We discuss the following questions:
- How does currency fluctuations impact supply chains?
- What are the impacts on the Canadian supply chain sector?
- How is trade between US and Canada impacted by these fluctuations?
- How will fluctuations impact purchasing decisions?
- How to manage these fluctuations and reduce risk?
Featured resource:
Managing risk: Supply Chain Finance
http://www.pwc.com/us/en/risk-management/assets/supply-chain-finance.pdf
A white paper by Price Waterhouse Coopers as an introduction to supply chain finance, describes its impact on organizations and presents an overviewof the ways companies are responding to the marketplace.
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