March / April 2021

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March 10, 2021

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An Unavoidable ‘Global Threat'

With no escape from extreme-weather events that cause disruptions — and worsen others — supply chains must be more resilient and responsible to combat the unprecedented risk of climate change.
Dan Zeiger

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February 2021 ISM® Report On Business®: Manufacturing
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February 2021 ISM® Report On Business®: Services
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February 2021 ISM® Report On Business®: Hospital PMI
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Just in Time
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Sustainability
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Mar/Apr Issue: Point2Point
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March 10, 2021

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Asking the Right Questions About Sustainability

At Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®), we define sustainability as “the ability to meet current needs without hindering the ability to meet the needs of future generations in terms of economic, environmental and social challenges.” Just as critical is social responsibility, defined as “the commitment by a business to act ethically and create benefit for the workforce, the local community and society.”

Susan Marty

March 10, 2021

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Perspectives

I am personally driven to help be a part of the solution for effective and successful delivery/distribution of the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine. It is upsetting that more people will get infected and there will be more deaths than need be, but further sickness and tragedy can be mitigated by efficient logistics with vaccines and other medical supplies.

Joel Pinsky, CPA

March 10, 2021

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Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough: Continuously Conveying Value

It was nice to have a little time off during the winter holidays. It was great to connect with family and friends in a socially distanced manner. During this time, I listened to and enjoyed some of my favorite compact discs — yes, I am old school.

Ronald Wright, MBA, CPSM, C.P.M.

March 10, 2021

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A Diversity Advocate Who Works Smart and Plays Hard

I have held my position at Vistra Corporation for a little more than 11 years, but I’ve worked in the supply chain diversity area for more than three decades. My role at Vistra has been to develop and oversee programmatic efforts that further the identification, prequalification, utilization and development of diverse and small businesses across the supply chain.

March 10, 2021

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In the Race Against Time, Supply Chain Skills Matter

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has permanently changed the supply management profession. Over a short period of time, organizations came to rely on innovation, technology and leadership to manage supply chain challenges. In the face of change, supply chain networks collaborated and were resolute in the quest to serve customers.

Nancy Field

March 10, 2021

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How to Clear Impediments to Technology Implementation

Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotic process automation (RPA), the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain are increasingly being deployed in organizations to execute and facilitate procurement activities. However, consistent effectiveness of these technologies across the supply management profession remains a work in progress.

Adegoke Oke, Ph.D., MBA, Anand Nair, Ph.D. , Sukrit Pal

March 10, 2021

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Manufacturers Can’t Overlook Threat of Cyberattacks

Manufacturers have long faced challenges as to how to best manage supply chains and maintain supply continuity during such disruptive events as trade wars and geopolitics. “The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic shot a bright spotlight on the fragility of the supply chain as well,” says Brian Gerritsen, senior director, commercial accounts at Travelers in the San Francisco Bay area.

Sue Doerfler