Tag: Supply Chain
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Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct Rolls Out Across Major Grocers
Overview: A New Era for Canadian Grocery Relationships Today marks the full rollout of Canada’s voluntary grocery code of conduct, a framework designed to promote fair dealing between grocers, suppliers, wholesalers, and primary producers. With buy-in from five major grocery chains, the code aims to create clearer expectations, improve transparency, and reduce disputes across the…
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Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct Rolls Out With Buy-In From 5 Major Grocers
Canada’s Voluntary Grocery Code Goes Live Across the Supply Chain Canada’s voluntary grocery code of conduct is set to fully roll out, marking a significant step toward standardized, fair dealings between grocers, suppliers, wholesalers, and primary producers. With buy-in from five major Canadian grocers, the initiative aims to reduce friction points in the supply chain…
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Japan Retailers Battle Inflation with Aggressive Low-Pricing Strategies
Rising Prices, Reach for Bargains In a nation where consumer sentiment can sway the pace of the economy, Japanese retailers are intensifying their price-cutting campaigns as inflation erodes household purchasing power. With the cost of living climbing, shoppers are more meticulous about every yen, and retailers are racing to offer the most attractive value propositions.…
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End of Comfort for Auto Giants: Pakistan’s Local Assembly Push Reshapes the Market in 2025
Pakistan’s 2025 Turning Point: Local Assembly Goes Mainstream The year 2025 marks a watershed moment for Pakistan’s auto industry as a wave of locally assembled vehicles rolls onto the market. From hybrids to SUVs, pickups to electric models, the sector is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by a series of government policy interventions designed to…
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It Takes a Village: Quebec’s Sainte-Croix Furniture Empire Hit by Trade War
Introduction: A village with a global footprint The village of Sainte-Croix sits on the south bank of the St. Lawrence, not far from Quebec City. From its fertile pride to its bustling workshops, Sainte-Croix embodies a centuries-old idea: a community that builds on shared skill can become a regional powerhouse. In recent years, that power…
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How a Quebec Village Built a Furniture Empire—and How a Trade War Is Undermining It
From Sainte-Croix to a Quebec Furniture Empire The village of Sainte-Croix, perched on the southern bank of the St. Lawrence River, has long been a cradle of woodworking talent. Its fertile land and generations of carpentry know-how fostered a small workshop economy into a sprawling Quebec furniture empire. The story isn’t just about furniture; it’s…
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Why Lenovo Legion Go 2 Buyers Are Paying $650 Extra
Understanding the Premium: Why Lenovo Legion Go 2 Costs More The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has generated buzz not just for its hardware and handheld form factor, but for an unexpectedly high price premium in certain markets. For some buyers, the extra $650 isn’t just a sticker shock—it reflects a combination of supply dynamics, bundled…
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The Silent Engine of the Stage: How Samuel Isong Built a Logistics Standard for Nigerian Entertainment
The Unsung Backbone of the Nigerian Stage When audiences flock to concerts, film screenings, and festivals, they notice the performers, the lights, and the buzz of the crowd. Yet the true heartbeat of Nigerian entertainment often lies not in the spotlight but in the logistics that move a show from city to city. Samuel Isong,…
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The Silent Engine of the Stage: Samuel Isong and Nigeria’s Entertainment Logistics Standard
Introduction: The unseen backbone of a thriving industry When the spotlight hits the stage, audiences celebrate the performers. Yet behind every glittering show lies a rigorous system that ensures everything runs on schedule—the silent engine of the stage. In Nigeria’s vibrant entertainment scene, one name stands out for transforming how shows travel, gear moves, and…
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Jim Beam Halts Kentucky Production Through 2026 Amid Trade Tensions
Industry Shock: Jim Beam Halts Kentucky Production Through 2026 The iconic Jim Beam brand will pause production at its flagship Kentucky distillery for the entirety of 2026, underscoring the uphill climb facing the U.S. bourbon industry amid ongoing trade tensions. The decision, announced by Beam Suntory, the brand’s parent company, is a rare public acknowledgment…