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At North American Food Safety & Quality 2019 last June in Chicago we spoke with Gary Nowacki of TraceGains about C to C, his podcast talking about food from Conception to Consumption. Other content from Gary on epthoughtleaders.com include an…
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When audiences align, sparks fly. Build a win-win relationship with a partner, and it will extend your marketing reach and bring in new customers. Successful co-branding can create something that is so much more than the sum of its parts,…
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If machine is an extension of man, then we are just starting our stretch. Those who reach out too quickly have gotten sprained, but exercising our tech muscles have built incredibly practical innovations. While there may be trial and error…
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Whether it’s a nudge or a shove, businesses everywhere have the capacity to push society forward. Organizations big and small are innovating and rethinking their practices, whether that’s in ethical sourcing or caring for the environment. Here are a few…
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Incorporating game elements engages workers and customers in an otherwise routine task. When companies create an interactive experience, people feel more connected, train better, and buy more. Whether it’s a competitive bid on eBay or understanding what it’s like to…
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For the most part, increased mobility and connectivity is good for organizations. IBM’s analytics has prevented food spoilage and possible counterfeits with real-time actionable insights. However, as IoT software make its way into wearables and equipment, what is the liability?…
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In the age of eCommerce, shoppers are getting smarter and so are cyber-criminals. This white paper takes a close look with near-future scenarios and big picture insights based on present day developments. Discover how leading brands and grassroots innovators are…
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As farmers debate the future of meat, how will the rest of the food industry evolve? We live in a world where organizations are able to trace their food with blockchain tools so the moment spoilage is detected, the source…
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In 2012, Target sent out baby coupons to a teenager according to her buying history which predicted a pregnancy. At first, the teen’s father complained to Target but after finding out his daughter was indeed carrying, he apologized to the…
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Supply chain crime and cargo thefts often involves an insider threat. With the emergence of IoT technology, supply chains grow more vulnerable to cybercriminals drilling holes within an organization. Smart tech is transforming supply chains, but could it also become…
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Forward moving technologies have taken supply chain by a storm! There is a huge amount of data in safety and quality. The next step is pinpointing what each person in a supply chain needs to know to optimize efficiency. Empowering…
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How else is Big Data and AI transforming supply chain? Take an inside look with top execs from Microsoft, Walmart, Shopify and other big players at the 2018 North American E-Tail Operations Summit.
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According to the International Trade Union Confederation, the largest 50 companies don’t directly employ 94% of the workforce that produces the goods and services they provide. This disconnection results in these companies and their consumers supporting inhumane working conditions. Consumers…
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As United Kingdom exits the European Union end of March, where will your supply chain stand? UK will be free to set its own tariff rates within a year, and businesses may apply for tariff reductions. Trade with other countries…
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In the age of information overload, we believe in getting to the bottom line. That’s why Executive Platforms is launching bluEPrint, a regular supply chain news bulletin to streamline your reading and deliver global insights straight to you. As a…
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