Ramesses II and the global supply chain -- Bicycle helmets and Grape Nuts® -- Inside supply chains large & small -- From sea to shining sea : the maritime highway -- "Is it bigger than a breadbox?" The supply chain at 35,000 feet -- The Elephant in the room : China & the global supply chain -- Max trend one : the 3D printing revolution upends the supply chain -- Max trend two : how cyber threatens supply chains -- MaxTrend three : the robots are coming! -- MaxTrend four : national security and globalism collide -- The realigning supply chain : Asia & China -- Reshoring : the good news for America -- Lessons for CEOs and directors -- An action plan for supply chain professionals and in-house lawyers -- Opportunities for law firms and consultants -- The emerging role of trade associations -- Who do you call when your world falls apart? -- Technology, trade secrets, and the supply chain -- The shadow supply chain : the world of trading companies -- Overview of key industries affected by the supply chain -- Rare earth elements -- Medical devices & the global supply chain -- The next four years -- The iceberg.
Summary:
"This title addresses the challenges modern day supply chain managers face. Today the global supply chain is undergoing significant changes and dislocations due to a multitude of world events and industry trends"--Provided by publisher.
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