More From Edward Hertzman
Why Tracking Back-to-School Sales is Pointless, or any Traditional Selling Season for That Matter
It’s about that time when analysts start speculating on what the back-to-school season will mean for the…
Made in America: The Future of Manufacturing or Simply a Pipe Dream?
At every conference or trade show I attend, there is one question that’s always asked: Is manufacturing…
The Sourcing Strategy Everyone Wants to Know
Sorry to disappoint, but it doesn’t exist. If there is anything we can learn from studying successful supply…
Better Sourcing Starts with Design
If your goal is to win either a CDFA award or the praise of Anna Wintour at your next runway show, this…
The Factory Fire You’ve Never Heard of, and Likely Never Will
This week, I received a call from a friend of mine who owns a factory in Karachi, Pakistan; he shared his…
What Does a 77% Increase in Wages Mean for Your FOB?
Wage hikes and the political instability that accompanied them have headlined major media outlets for a good…
American Sourcing Executives: You Need to Leave Your Office and Travel!
I have spent the last five out of six weeks on the road: from Heimtexil in Frankfurt to Bread and Butter in…
Should Buyers Be Worried About Unrest in Bangladesh?
I am glad to report that, despite ongoing riots or “hartals” unsettling Bangladesh, I had a very safe and…
Live From Karachi-Pakistan Wins GSP Plus Status from EU: What Does it Mean for American Buyers?
When the news broke that the E.U. granted Pakistan GSP Plus status, I knew it was a monumental victory for…