- 09
- NOV
- 2011
Protectionism, China and consumer demands: a dangerous mix
Author: Jordan Early - Categories: Global Sourcing, Economy & Current Affairs
It is fair to say that over the last five years, an element of anti-Chinese sentiment has crept into US consumer markets. more
- 02
- NOV
- 2011
China bankrolls the world – but for how long?
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Global Sourcing, Economy & Current Affairs
The world is nervously looking at both Greece and China to the future of the world economy. But the merging fates of these two ancient nations masks deeper problems. more
- 05
- OCT
- 2011
Russia seeks to forge new trade block
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Global Sourcing
Russia is calling for a 'Eurasian Union' to reassemble former Soviet states into a single economic entity. Even though the resurrection of the Warsaw Pact seems improbable, the moves signify a change in the balance of power in international relations. more
- 29
- SEP
- 2011
When will China stop being a sourcing destination?
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Global Sourcing, Economy & Current Affairs
China may soon become the world's largest economy. However, the risks present in China are still those of the emerging market - and the transition to importer-state may be messier than many anticipate. more
- 21
- SEP
- 2011
Mexico's supply chain - a risky business
Author: Kayleigh Ryan - Categories: Risk, Global Sourcing
Another day, another horrific story to come from Mexico. Yesterday a major road in the state of Veracruz on the eastern coast of Mexico was blocked by Mexican gunmen and 35 of their victims' bodies. But, what has this to do with procurement? more
- 25
- AUG
- 2011
Double-dip recession and procurement: an opportunity to shine?
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Risk, Global Sourcing, Economy & Current Affairs
Most of the press concerning the current economic difficulties are full of dark foreboding. But does the procurement function prosper during downturns? more
- 03
- AUG
- 2011
Mexico v China - a spicy supply chain challenge
Author: Pasquale Gioia - Categories: Global Sourcing
Recently I have come across many articles placing Mexico as one of the major competitors to China as low cost country. Having spent some time studying in Mexico and fascinated by its enormous potential, I find myself confident in supporting Mexico's potential advantage over the Chinese. more
- 23
- MAY
- 2011
Procurement GPS: Globalisation - local is the new global
Author: Ian George - Categories: Global Sourcing, Procurement Strategy
In the 1980s business grasped the concept of globalisation and the great migration began. First, manufacturing migrated to locations such as Mexico and Eastern Europe. It then moved on to India and China. Now migration is occurring to the likes of Vietnam and Cambodia. However, some businesses are returning to their original countries. What is going on? more
