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February 23, 2010

Virtuous Connections

A fine-tuned supply chain is more than the sum of its parts. Ideally, each link improves the next.

February 3, 2010

William Fung, the head of an old and very large Hong Kong trading company, on making and selling products in a vastly altered global landscape.

January 25, 2010

Which manufacturing operations should return to the United States?

November 24, 2009

Though often missing, a formal operations strategy can guide the crucial decisions that build competitive advantage.

July 14, 2009

Ten-year-old Cricket Communications found that even the oft overlooked supply chain can be a lucrative target for innovation.

June 23, 2009

Noble Group CEO Richard Elman discusses risk, opportunity, and his growth strategy for the commodities business.

May 26, 2009

Companies and industries are often driven by implicit formulas. Questioning their validity can lead to breakthroughs.

March 24, 2009

A survey finds that information technology is a neglected asset in joint ventures, leading to disturbing results.

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