HSBC and Walmart launch green finance initiative
by Graham Buck
The US retail giant is joining with the bank to target carbon cuts in its supply chain.
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Financial Supply Chain Platforms
Background
The trade and financial supply chain platforms provide the linkage between the buyer and their suppliers. The four types of platform have very different focus and coverage of the basic functions in the Physical Supply Chain (PSC). Types of Trade / Supply Chain Platforms and Networks Source: J&W Associates… Read more about Financial Supply Chain Platforms
Amazon ‘calls time on China retail operations’
by Graham Buck
The US e-commerce giant is reported to have admitted defeat in its contest against local rivals such as Alibaba and JD.com.
Ernst & Young steps up commitment to blockchain
by Graham Buck
The Big Four auditing group is encouraging corporate clients to adopt and launching free software to help them.
Nestlé and Carrefour employ blockchain to track product
by Graham Buck
The Swiss food giant and the French supermarket chain will track the supply chain of popular mashed potato brand Mousline.
Swift to call time in 2020 on TSU
by Graham Buck
The trade services utility introduced in 2007 is set to be switched off in December next year.
EU blockchain alliance launch attracts over 100 members
by Graham Buck
The formation International Association of Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) was marked by a ceremony in Brussels.
SWIFT to bring benefits of gpi to other trade platforms
by Jack Large
Initial proof of concept to connect gpi with blockchain enterprise software firm R3
Making trade finance an asset
by Jack Large
Fourteen banks and financial institutions launch TFD Initiative to develop multi-trillion dollar trade as an asset class
Norsk Hydro cyberattack exposes supply chain fragility
by Graham Buck
Central technology and automation have become crucial to the metals and mining industry, but also makes companies vulnerable to attack.
Citi’s predictions and plans for trade finance
by Jack Large
Trade finance automation being driven by customer needs & technology. At their Trade Finance Briefing Citi spelt out what is happening
Global risk assessment predicts more geopolitical tensions and protectionism
by Graham Buck
Multinationals must contend with growing geopolitical tensions, protectionism and trade disputes, warns Marsh.
EU seeking accelerated adoption of TIPS
by Graham Buck
The European Commission wants more banks to adopt its TARGET instant payment settlement system.
Accenture partners with Mastercard, Amazon on ‘circular’ supply chains
by Graham Buck
The group will use the technology to promote sustainability in the supply chain.
Stopping late payments: do you really care?
by Jack Large
Brexit and the looming global financial crisis make it vital to pay SMEs on time
Sluggish global economy poses trade finance risks
by Graham Buck
All signs point to slowing economic growth and the surrounding uncertainty poses risks for trade finance says Atradius.
Blockchain-based trade finance platform TradeAssets goes live with 25 banks
by Graham Buck
TradeAssets, the UAE's first blockchain-powered e-marketplace for trade finance assets, went live earlier this month.
Credendo innovation lab targets trade credit insurance
by Graham Buck
Area42 has bases in Brussels and Paris and aims to “recode” trade credit insurance and related products for the digital era.
What is driver-based planning and how did it help Coca-Cola?
by Bija Knowles
How a project to improve supply chain processes led to leaner finance, automated planning and optimised reporting
Trade benefits of BPO for corporates
by Bija Knowles
What will boost adoption of Bank Payment Obligation and what are the benefits for corporates and supply chain finance?
The business case for investing in global trade automation
by Bija Knowles
Why companies should invest in automating global trade and how to convince senior executives of the benefits
Elcom e-Procurement and eFunding: unique solutions for your supply chain
by Jack Large
Large businesses should consider “Sustainable Procurement” and opportunities on the sales and purchase sides of their supply chain
Trade platforms wars; Swift TSU service future: RMB progress
by Jack Large
LBBW joins Marco Polo; Swift ponders new partners for their TSU service; RMB drops to 6th
New trade finance deals and developments at SIBOS
by Jack Large
Voltron on R3 formal launch; Commerzbank improve trade finance processing; PrimeRevenue new comprehensive reseller programme for banks
Trade finance network options increasing and overlapping
by Jack Large
Trade Information Network launched by seven banks to transform trade finance