One of the first things Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell (D) did when he took office last year was look for ways to whittle down the state's $2 billion budget shortfall. But rather than pursuing quick ...

Procurement and sourcing are cornerstones of any business operation, as they greatly influence the cost structures, quality of production, and overall profitability. They ensure a steady flow of the ...

In the quest to develop ever more efficient supply chains, many manufacturers, distributors, retailers, governmental agencies, and other entities are turning their attention to their supplier network.

Although the 2016 holiday season turned out to be a bit better than anticipated, many retailers paid a price for attracting all of those customers. The US Census Bureau reported a holiday adjusted ...