Tara Donaldson
Fung Global: Free Shipping Isn’t Free and it Isn’t Sustainable
Consumers now think free shipping comes with the e-commerce territory, but the offering is unsustainable for…
W.E. Connor Compliance Provider Outlines the Three Biggest Risks in Compliance for Sourcing
A company that manages compliance for one of the world's major sourcing firms—one that's also continuously…
From the Editor: A Millennial on Why Millennials Don’t Shop in Stores
The biggest talk in retail, if it isn't about how to grab the up-and-coming Gen Z while they're hot, is about…
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Exclusive: BGMEA on the State of the Garment Sector in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has been working to improve its image as a manufacturing locale, and though improvements may not…
Africa Needs Regional Value Chains to Increase Sourcing Competitiveness
Africa may be ripe with opportunities, but the continent still seems to be missing out on most of it.
Turkish Factory Brings Denim Knowledge to Egypt
Turkey has long been known for its expertise in denim, and one manufacturer has taken some of that expertise…
What Trump’s Win Means for Nearshoring
When it comes to nearshoring—which has picked up in popularity in recent years as brands and retailers look…
Sourcing in Africa Could Quadruple in Coming Years
It may not be news that certain countries in Africa enjoy duty free access to both the U.S. and EU markets…
Study: Retailers Focus More on Private Label Sourcing to Battle Amazon
Amazon's entry into the private label apparel space is no small threat for retailers, but many are starting…
Factory Profile: Egypt’s Nile Holding Emphasizes Efficiency and Ethics
Buyers are regaining their confidence in sourcing in Egypt after revolutions in the country stirred up…
Why Retailers are the Barrier to Speed to Market
The biggest problem with brands getting goods to market faster is the brands themselves.
Onestop Survey Says Amazon a “Very Real” Threat This Holiday
Amazon may just be the Grinch who stole retail.
New Kenneth Cole Performance Suiting to be Sold at Men’s Wearhouse
If James Bond could have crafted his own suit for the action-packed business of his day, it might have looked…
Trump Promises to Pull US from TPP First Day in Office
Now at least one thing is very clear with Donald Trump's plans for America: there won't be any TPP.
Pacific Rim Nations Say They’ll Push Forward on Trade With or Without US
Donald Trump may have dampened hopes for free trade, but leaders in the Pacific Rim aren't fazed.