What are Some Food Supply Chain Issues to be Aware of?

Supply chain issues can have a significant impact on the availability and cost of food. The food supply chain includes a wide range of processes and stakeholders, including farmers, processors, distributors, retailers, and consumers. Having many different people in the process can lead to major complications. When there are disruptions or delays at any point in this chain, it can lead to shortages, spoilage, or … Read More

Automotive Supply Chain – Disruptions and Outlook

The disruptions in supplies of key raw materials and components over the last three years have been driven by a range of factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, and shifts in consumer demand. In the case of the automotive industry, one key driver of the recent shortages has been the cancellation of orders for microprocessors in response to a slump in auto … Read More

From Farm to Table – Your Food Supply Chain Explained

Food supply chains can be complex and involve multiple stages and participants. Here’s an overview of the journey your food takes from farm to plate: Fresh Food Production Food production typically starts with farmers, who grow crops or raise animals for meat, dairy, and egg production. Farmers may sell their products to processors or directly to consumers through farmers’ markets, community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs, or … Read More

Supply chain crisis is not over and could last until 2023

port congestion

Is it the longest congestion ever? Maybe. Great news for one side of the industry and bad news for the other. With container freight rates and port congestion in the worst position compared to 2020 and 2021, the situation doesn´t expect to change until next year, 2023.

“The Great Resignation” and Its Impacts on Supply Chain

By: Grace Cronin What is the Great Resignation? A term recently coined to describe the phenomenon of large groups of people, mainly in the U.S., quitting their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Unfortunately, the supply chain industry is not immune from this phenomenon, and many fear it only adds to the current Supply Chain Crisis.  

Long Beach takes First Steps Towards 24/7 Supply Chain Operations

Sept. 17th, in the thick of peak season with roughly 50 vessels anchored in San Pedro Bay, the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles announced sweeping reforms in an attempt to improve fluidity and reduce delays during what continues to be unprecedented volumes at our nations largest ports. Among many of the measures being taken, is a much-needed move towards 24/7 operations. Both ports are extending … Read More

6 Tips for Improving your Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management

Managing your supply chain is one thing, but optimizing it is a whole different challenge and one that many companies fail at doing. To help you succeed, we have put together six fundamental cornerstones that you should emphasize when planning your supply chain. 

Supply Chain Consulting

GLC Supply Chain Consulting Years of global trade experience, technology, logistics, and customer satisfaction are just a few key elements in the superior workflow of GLC's Supply Chain Consulting. GLC's comprehensive expertise includes global interconnected and interlinked networks combined with state-of-the-art information and cutting-edge, proven logistics. At GLC we understand that in business, results matter. That 's why GLC works closely with our clients, listening ... Read More

Outdoor Lifestyle Industries

Outdoor Lifestyle Industries Request a Quote The supply chain for outdoor lifestyle companies typically involves several stages, including sourcing, manufacturing, transportation, and distribution. We can handle all processes in one dedicated service! Our strategically located headquarters are a great benefit for companies who are looking to expand into a national or international market. The global outdoor apparel market size was valued at USD 184.6 billion ... Read More