by Jurgen Frasch | May 1, 2026 | Sourcing/Procurement/SRM
China will scrap tariffs for all African countries from May 1, with the exception of the tiny nation of Eswatini, which maintains ties with Taiwan.The announcement means that China’s duty-free policy African nations now covers 53 countries, and will be in place until...
by Jurgen Frasch | May 1, 2026 | Sales and Operations Planning
In today’s volatile markets, businesses must evolve from reactive planning to structured adaptability. Integrated business planning (IBP) provides the framework to do so — connecting strategy, finance, operations and execution so organizations can act with clarity and...
by Jurgen Frasch | May 1, 2026 | Sales and Operations Planning
Volatility and disruption have become constants in today’s business environment, affecting everything from supply chains and labor availability to customer demand and financial stability. Integrated business planning (IBP) has emerged as a critical capability for...