Pro-Globalism View of Outsourcing and Outsourcing Critics

“It is not from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer or the baker, that we expect our dinner, but from their regard to their own self interest. We address ourselves, not to their humanity but to their self-love, and never talk to them of our own necessities but of their advantages.” — Adam Smith, The Wealth of Nations, 1776 We find ourselves in uncertain times caused by globalism and the talk of self-preservation.  Where... [Read More...]

International Trade Concerns

Vendor managers who manage international operations need to keep abreast of foreign trade disputes.  Obama’s bizarre anti-outsourcing comments, even if they do lack concrete strategies, should be enough to get your attention. The same fear-driven, job protectionist attitude affects a wide ranging  industries.  If you haven’t witnessed this yet, check out Jason Busch’s article on Anti-Dumping.  Read More →