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The «Organic Trade and Value Chain Development in East Africa» (OTEA) project focuses on the development of regional trade in the East African Community by establishing an Organic Guarantee System.

Not exact matches

In an effort to align the two cultures, now nearly every week a team from New York — distribution, product development, supply chain, IT — flies to Germany to work side by side with the Eisfeld team, and vice versa.

After all, these companies employ more than 2.2 million people, according to the National Minority Supplier Development Council, which works with corporations to include minority - run businesses in their supply chains.

«In research and development, supply chain, sales, culture, we became friends.»

He has a strong track record as a CFO and in senior leadership roles in asset development, real estate, supply chain and information technology.

In a lengthy proposal released last week, former NASA researcher and current University of Central Florida professor Dr. Phil Metzger argues that the development of a mining and manufacturing supply chain in space is both plausible and beneficiaIn a lengthy proposal released last week, former NASA researcher and current University of Central Florida professor Dr. Phil Metzger argues that the development of a mining and manufacturing supply chain in space is both plausible and beneficiain space is both plausible and beneficial.

Check out the traffic patterns of logical shopping centers, says Vas Lahanas, senior vice president of business development for Salsarita's Fresh Cantina, a franchise chain based in Charlotte, N.C. Is it easy to get in and out of the parking lot?

In partnership with the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, or Sida, USAID is offering up $ 25 million in grants, ranging from $ 100,000 to $ 3 million, for big ideas that solve the water scarcity problems in the agricultural production chaiIn partnership with the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, or Sida, USAID is offering up $ 25 million in grants, ranging from $ 100,000 to $ 3 million, for big ideas that solve the water scarcity problems in the agricultural production chaiin grants, ranging from $ 100,000 to $ 3 million, for big ideas that solve the water scarcity problems in the agricultural production chaiin the agricultural production chain.

Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.

Sonic's drive - in development aims to push the chain to establish a wider coastal presence, with expansion opportunities including California and New York.

The former VP of business development at high - end gym chain Equinox took over as CEO of SoulCycle, the sizzling hot cult cycling chain, in June.

For that reason, don't concentrate research and development facilities, production, and supply chains in any one province or region.

Company loyalty runs deep at this more than century - old grocery chain, which spent $ 50 million on employee development last year (plus $ 5 million in scholarships) and filled half of its open positions internally.

The pictures showed Li being escorted by Gou around the facilities and the State Council statement saying that Li encouraged Gou to further invest in its high - end research and development as well as in supply chain production in China.

In addition to capital, 301 INC will also give its portfolio companies access to General Mills» extensive capabilities and expertise across supply chain, research and development, finance and marketing to accelerate their businesses.

Sarah has significant experience in communications and stakeholder outreach, policy development, advocacy strategy and execution, and local and Aboriginal supply chain inclusion.

Former Tesla VP of supply chain Peter Carlsson has kicked off an initial fundraising effort of 100 million euros for development of a 4 billion euro battery facility in Sweden.

Hughes» words, action and leadership issue a strong, clear and distinct call for full support of minority supplier development as an absolute business imperative for establishing and maintaining success in the global supply chain.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward - looking statements include, but are not limited to: changes in consumer discretionary spending; our eCommerce platform not producing the anticipated benefits within the expected time - frame or at all; the streamlining of the Company's vendor base and execution of the Company's new merchandising strategy not producing the anticipated benefits within the expected time - frame or at all; the amount that we invest in strategic transactions and the timing and success of those investments; the integration of strategic acquisitions being more difficult, time - consuming, or costly than expected; inventory turn; changes in the competitive market and competition amongst retailers; changes in consumer demand or shopping patterns and our ability to identify new trends and have the right trending products in our stores and on our website; changes in existing tax, labor and other laws and regulations, including those changing tax rates and imposing new taxes and surcharges; limitations on the availability of attractive retail store sites; omni - channel growth; unauthorized disclosure of sensitive or confidential customer information; risks relating to our private brand offerings and new retail concepts; disruptions with our eCommerce platform, including issues caused by high volumes of users or transactions, or our information systems; factors affecting our vendors, including supply chain and currency risks; talent needs and the loss of Edward W. Stack, our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; developments with sports leagues, professional athletes or sports superstars; weather - related disruptions and seasonality of our business; and risks associated with being a controlled company.

Or, you can support grassroots local development in communities in your supply chain.

With nearly 8000 members working across the private and public sectors, SCMA is the principal source of supply chain training, education and professional development in the country.

Many factors could cause BlackBerry's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward - looking statements, including, without limitation: BlackBerry's ability to enhance its current products and services, or develop new products and services in a timely manner or at competitive prices, including risks related to new product introductions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to mitigate the impact of the anticipated decline in BlackBerry's infrastructure access fees on its consolidated revenue by developing an integrated services and software offering; intense competition, rapid change and significant strategic alliances within BlackBerry's industry; BlackBerry's reliance on carrier partners and distributors; risks associated with BlackBerry's foreign operations, including risks related to recent political and economic developments in Venezuela and the impact of foreign currency restrictions; risks relating to network disruptions and other business interruptions, including costs, potential liabilities, lost revenues and reputational damage associated with service interruptions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to implement and to realize the anticipated benefits of its CORE program; BlackBerry's ability to maintain or increase its cash balance; security risks; BlackBerry's ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks related to intellectual property rights; BlackBerry's ability to expand and manage BlackBerry ® World ™; risks related to the collection, storage, transmission, use and disclosure of confidential and personal information; BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible assets recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry.

They could also restrain or reverse the ongoing process of global economic integration, most notably the development of global value chains, which has supported growth in recent decades.

Offering unrivalled access to the greatest number of development projects and sources of capital worldwide, MIPIM gathers all players from the commercial property value chain for a year's worth of business in four intensive days.

Simple Token, founded by serial entrepreneur Jason Goldberg, enables any company to create, launch, and manage their own branded digital token economy on open and highly scalable side - chains anchored to the Ethereum mainnet, without in - depth blockchain development requirements.

Marco Paúl brings over 15 years work experience in different leadership roles in the areas of operations, supply chain, logistics, product development, process improvement, technical sales, project management and branding.

My column in Wednesday's Globe and Mail suggested that Canada implement a «Buy Canadian» strategy associated with major natural resource developments, with the goal of enhancing Canadian content in the overall value chain. Can we utilize our strong foothold in resource extraction, and try to leverage greater investment and value - added upstream in the value chain (for -LSB-...]

Currently Mr. Hendrix serves as the Director of Business Development — Domestic Production for CV Sciences, Inc. where he works with numerous universities, farmers, businesses, and organizations to help facilitate the infrastructure necessary to establish a modern domestic supply chain for hemp in the United States.

The Summit will focus on economic development and trade through improvements and innovations in infrastructure and supply chain management, labour mobility and workforce development, and enhanced investment.

The Summit will focus on economic development and trade through improvements and innovations in infrastructure and supply chain management, workforce development, and enhanced investment.

Prior to joining BPC, Kurt spent 4 years working as a consultant and corporate development executive with several technology and marketing companies, including NewView Technologies, Inc. (formerly eSteel, Inc.), a supply chain software company backed by $ 100 million in funding from leading venture capital investors (Goldman, Sachs & Co., Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Bessemer Venture Partners), and CM Media Inc., a leading new media company.

Machine learning, automation and robotics, self - driving vehicles, new tracking technology — all of these futuristic supply chain tools will see major developments and implementation in 2018.

Breakout sessions on: Supplier Financial Risk Case Study with Bose and Intuitive Surgical Sustainability Risk Panel — Industry Expert Discussion Talent Management, Development, and Training in Supply Chain Risk, GSCRC

In the last few decades, developments in information technology, complex global value chains, and trade and investment deals have changed the way we trade across borderIn the last few decades, developments in information technology, complex global value chains, and trade and investment deals have changed the way we trade across borderin information technology, complex global value chains, and trade and investment deals have changed the way we trade across borders.

Before taking this position, she also worked as a business development director in the federal chain of gold and jewelry secured loans pawnshops and was the owner of the company named Green Planet.

I also believe that the idea of evolution or development is an essential key to a nonscholastic doctrine of analogy, if only because it is the modern understanding of organic and historical evolution that brought to an end the scholastic idea of Being (as is so brilliantly demonstrated by Arthur O. Lovejoy in The Great Chain of Being).

They disregard the earth - centered ideals of the Christian Renaissance and its concern with the delicate limitations of the Great Chain of Being, and they pay little attention to the emergence of a peculiarly non-Christian deism and theism which defined God in the 17th and 18th centuries to accommodate a newly secularized nature and new developments in science and trade.

As we have said, it appears to be the case that every zoological chain observed over a sufficiently long period can be seen to modify itself in a given direction (shape of limbs or teeth, relative development of the brain.

But this amounts to saying that the individual links in a biological chain passively transmit a germ evolved in themselves, without in any way affecting it by their own activities: the bodies (the «somata») grow out of this «germen» which is inexplicably endowed with its own power of evolutionary development; they are its dependents but incapable of modifying it.

Many of the links in the chain of development followed by the resurrection symbol are lost to us for ever.

As all of these trends and developments illustrate, safety in the cross-border global food supply chain is receiving ever - increasing attention by U.S. and Brazilian officials.

Fransmart is the global leader in franchise development known for turning emerging restaurant concepts like Five Guys Burgers & Fries and Qdoba Mexican Grill into powerhouse chains.

Today, the company employs a staff of 60, enjoyed sales of approximately $ 70 million last year and supports other large and small chains in their development goals, Al - Zouhbi says.

Rising investment in housing and construction, escalating urbanization, development of retail chains and rapid increase in healthcare and cosmetics sectors, are driving the stable economic environment for the packaging industry, and customer confidence levels will remain positive during H2 2017 (September 2017 - February 2018) as compare to H1 2017 (February 2017 - July 2017).

The Trade for Sustainable Development Forum brings together business people, researchers, standards organizations and international trade officials to discuss trends in sustainable value chains and voluntary sustainability standards.

In this role, he leads the development and delivery of SCA's proprietary technologies for supply chain cost management, category sourcing, and optimization.

Vishy Visweswaran is the chief technology officer at SCA Technologies, leading the development and delivery of SCA's proprietary technologies in the areas of supply chain cost management, category sourcing and optimization.

In other developments, Arizona Restaurant Supply acquired Catena Development Services to pursue restaurant chain business in 2009, which already has expanded to the hotel and hospitality market, which focuses on hotel chain businesIn other developments, Arizona Restaurant Supply acquired Catena Development Services to pursue restaurant chain business in 2009, which already has expanded to the hotel and hospitality market, which focuses on hotel chain businesin 2009, which already has expanded to the hotel and hospitality market, which focuses on hotel chain business.

«Those restaurant chains are a very important part of our technology development that provide solutions that address very specific needs to their cooking platforms,» he says, noting that these customers include a myriad of all the top chains in the world.

Research and development, the processing of ingredients, packaging design and sourcing for the supply chain are all done in - house.