Articles by Rick Blasgen

If you want to make a difference every single day, then SCM is the field for you.

The statistics and industry insights contained in the "State of Logistics Report" can help companies better prepare for the business demands that lie ahead.

Sustainability is a good thing—for our companies, our customers, our communities, and our grandchildren.

To be successful, a supply chain manager needs strong interpersonal communication skills.

Continued education is a critical element of a successful SCM career.

When the economy revives and companies have to bring capacity back online, it won't be a simple matter of getting the motors running and equipment working again.

We must move beyond the typical approach of "state the problem and talk about the frustrations."

While electronic communication has become a permanent part of our daily lives, face-to-face communication is still important for supply chain success.

Just about anyone who's involved in supply chain management will converge on San Diego for CSCMP's 2010 Annual Global Conference.

The Annual Global Conference reminded me of the undeniable value of conducting business with colleagues whom we have actually met.