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How Valentine’s Day push supply chains into overdrive
How Valentine’s Day push supply chains into overdrive Valentine’s Day is a high-stakes logistical operation that pushes supply chains into overdrive, with flowers being harvested thousands of miles away and chocolates ramping up production months in advance. The global supply chain for Valentine’s Day is worth an estimated $27.7 billion, with Americans spending close to […]
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Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’
Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’ Research suggests that globalization has reduced the importance of physical distance in economic shocks, particularly for interconnected countries. The study found that business cycles were strongly localized from 1960-1999, but this relationship broke down after 2000, indicating a shift towards […]
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Aldi is coming to Colorado, and the disruption could lead to lower food prices
Aldi is coming to Colorado, and the disruption could lead to lower food prices Aldi plans to open 50 stores in Colorado over the next few years, which could lead to lower food prices and disrupt the state’s highly concentrated retail and supply chain system. Grocery prices have risen by 25% in Colorado over the […]
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Supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices threaten electricity grid
Supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices threaten electricity grid The US power grid is facing a crisis due to supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices, and limited materials, which threaten reliability and increase costs. The shortage of high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, transmission cables, and other critical equipment is causing delays in construction projects, with lead times reaching […]
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NASA Announces First Mentor-ProtxE9gxE9 Agreement Under Enhanced Program
NASA Announces First Mentor-ProtxE9gxE9 Agreement Under Enhanced Program NASA has announced its first Mentor-Protégé Agreement under its enhanced program, partnering with L3Harris Technologies and Parametric Machining, Inc. to foster innovation and strengthen its supply chain. The agreement aims to advance NASA’s mission by providing technical and business development assistance to small businesses, enhancing their capabilities […]
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Companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change, even as government rolls back US climate policy
Companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change, even as government rolls back US climate policy Despite government rollbacks on US climate policy, companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change from various stakeholders, including customers, investors, employees, local communities, and lenders. Many companies have strong financial incentives to reduce their […]
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