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Essential reading from leading researchers and scholars on the latest trends and topics relevant to global supply chain management.

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Supply Chain Trends

August 27, 2019
Propelled by disruption and focused on sustainability, today’s trends cover every step of the supply chain.
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Top-Ranked UT Haslam Now Offers a New Online Master of Science in Supply Chain Management Program

August 12, 2019
Haslam has earned its reputation as a world leader in supply chain management research and education by maximizing value creation for customers and organizations.
UT Haslam is home to the Global Supply Chain Institute

Haslam’s Recognized Leadership in Supply Chain Excellence

August 5, 2019
As one of the top-ranked programs globally, Haslam’s faculty are often consulted for their expertise.
Master of Science in Supply Chain Management from Haslam

What is Supply Chain Management?

July 29, 2019
Supply chain management drives the success of the world’s top companies.
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H&M’s Commitment to Transparent Sourcing and Why it is Important

July 25, 2019
H&M established new supply chain visibility standards with a supplier factory map.
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Financial Times: Haslam is No. 1 in Custom Executive Education Facilities & Support

June 4, 2019
A Financial Times ranking released Monday identifies the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Haslam College of Business as No. 1 in the United States for custom executive education facilities and program support.
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Wearables in the Warehouse Bring Privacy Concerns to the Forefront

May 24, 2019
Are wearables an invasion of supply chain employees' privacy? Professor Randy Bradley explains.
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As Old Navy and Gap Split, So Do Their Supply Chains

May 18, 2019
Gap Inc. announced plans to split from Old Navy and create two independent companies.
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PepsiCo Restructuring a Sign of Strength

April 22, 2019
PepsiCo initiated a plan to restructure the company, and the company anticipates that its approach will generate productivity savings and a boost in revenue.
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How Amazon Can Deliver On Its Promise To Reduce Emissions

April 14, 2019
Amazon announced a plan to reach net zero carbon emissions for 50 percent of all shipments by 2030.