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Continuing the Integrated Supply Chain Management Concept

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Core Principles of Integrated Supply Chain Management Integrated Supply Chain Management (ISCM) is built on a foundation of core principles that guide its implementation and ensure the attainment of sustainable value. One of these principles is the concept of the remote cause, which emphasizes the importance of conducting a thorough review of all established norms, processes, and procedures before initiating any activity. This ensures a comprehensive understanding of the environment in which decisions and actions are made. The ultimate goal is to achieve efficiency and optimization, resulting in what is known as Absolute Value. Understanding Absolute Value Absolute Value refers to the actual gain derived from an activity, decision, or action. It represents the life-cycle composite gain, which is directly correlated with three key aspects: Predictive Results : The maximum returns achievable through strategic planning and execution. Progressive Results : The accelerated rate of ret...
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Spain and Portugal Travel: Protecting Your Rights When Flights Are Cancelled Due to Blackouts

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The blackout that hit Spain and Portugal on Monday caused significant travel disruptions, with more than 500 flights being canceled. Many travelers found themselves stuck, with some even sleeping on the airport floor overnight. If your flights were delayed or canceled, here’s what you should understand regarding your entitlements for assistance and compensation. I had my flight canceled; do I have a right to get compensated? According to UK and EU legislation, travellers have the right to compensation For a canceled flight, however, this applies solely when the airline is at fault, unlike in cases of power outages. "Since the disturbance was triggered by factors beyond the airline's control, passengers might not receive any direct compensation from the carrier," stated Ernesto Suarez, CEO of a travel insurance firm. Gigasure . In this scenario, airlines must offer assistance such as hotel accommodations or meals to passengers whose fligh...
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UTVs Set to Hit Kentucky Roads: County by County Ruling Takes Effect

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This move heads in the right direction towards greater diversity in transportation choices, and it's also a victory for those of us who love power sports. If you've ever spent time on a farm, in the forest, or simply driven through a large countryside area, you likely already understand the practical benefits of it. UTVs can be. These machines aren’t just for kicking up dust on the trails—they can haul gear, tow loads, carry passengers, and squeeze into places where a full-size pickup would struggle. Sometimes, they're even more adaptable than trucks, particularly considering their agility and reduced total owning costs. It's not surprising then that many folks are wondering: why aren't we able to use these vehicles on public roads? Sure, in certain states, you more or less can do that now. A handful of US states allow street-legal use of UTVs and other special-purpose vehicles (SPVs), usually with restrictions like limited road ty...
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London Airport Introduces New Parking Drop-Off Fee: What Travelers Need to Know

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Gatwick Airport has declared an increase in drop-off fees for drivers, potentially making its rates the highest among competitors. London . The UK's second most bustling airport has suggested increasing the charges for passengers who are dropped off at the terminal. This proposal comes following an instruction to boost the numbers of individuals reaching the facility via public transportation methods. wants to expand . To reach the final approval stage for using the northern runway, the proportion of people utilizing public transportation must rise to 54%, according to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander. The way to influence passengers to choose trains to the airport will be by increasing the cost of drop-off, Gatwick’s chief executive, Stewart Wingate, told The Telegraph . What is the cost of parking at Gatwick Airport? The current fee at Gatwick Airport for dropping off in a 10-minute period using private vehicles or taxis is £6. For each extra minut...
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Airlines Slash Flights as American Travel Slows, But Cruises Set Sail on a Boom

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Despite the economic instability rattling the travel sector, cruise companies continue to experience robust demand. Cruise businesses thrive due to a varied clientele and access to global market demands. In contrast, US carriers have withdrawn their 2025 projections and reduced flights because of this. drop in travel demand. The The cruise sector is showing remarkable toughness. As the travel sector charts through turbulent financial conditions and airlines get ready to reduce their timetables due to declining demand. Major cruise companies like Carnival and Royal Caribbean announced robust financial results for the initial quarter and stated they will increase their operational capacities this year due to the continually rising appetite for seaborne holidays — including numerous affordable escape options. What applies to airports doesn't hold true for airlines. Just one airline, United, has offered some financial insight in...
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Airlines Slash Flights as American Travelers Stay Home, While Cruises Soar

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Despite the economic instability causing ripples through the travel sector, cruise companies continue to experience strong demand. Cruise businesses thrive due to a varied clientele and access to global market demands. By comparison, US airlines have pulled 2025 guidance and cut flying due to a drop in travel demand. The The cruise industry is showing remarkable resilience. As the travel sector steers through tumultuous financial times and airlines get ready to reduce their flight schedules due to declining demand. Major cruise companies like Carnival and Royal Caribbean have announced robust financial outcomes for the initial quarter and mentioned they plan to increase their operational capacities this year due to the rising appetite for seaborne holidays—many of these trips offer affordable vacation options. The same can't be said for airlines. Only one, United, has provided any financial guidance for the rest of 2025, c...
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HMD and Lava Set to Launch Phones With Revolutionary Direct-to-Mobile Tech: Here's How It Works

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Human Mobile Devices (HMD) along with Lava have revealed plans to present their latest feature phones featuring Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) technology. In partnership with FreeStream, Sinclair, and Tejas Networks, HMD intends to display these D2M-enabled devices at the forthcoming World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025. Similarly, Lava has teamed up with Tejas Networks for unveiling its own feature phone during this summit. WAVES 2025 is set to occur between May 1st and April 4th at the Jio World Convention Centre located in Mumbai. Lava has hinted at several prominent features of the forthcoming gadget. According to Lava, the D2M smartphone will run on a MediaTek MT6261 System-on-Chip paired with an embedded Saankhya SL3000 processor. It’s said this model comes equipped with a UHF antenna designed for television viewing, supports GSM for telephone conversations, boasts a 2.8-inch QVGA screen, and houses a 2,200mAh power pack. In contrast, HMD D2M devices repor...
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Rooftop Revival: Singapore's Vertical Gardens Return to Their Roots

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Picture walking onto the rooftop of a towering building where you're greeted by an abundance of foliage rather than bare structures made of stone or reflective windows. You'd be enveloped by a dense, verdant jungle instead. Here, the atmosphere is heavy with moisture from rich soil and flourishing plants. Above, birds dart among fruit-laden branches whilst exotic orchids sprout beneath your view. Amidst one of the globe's highest population concentrations within a metropolis lies a remarkable transformation; nature is overtaking high-rise areas. This scenario isn't some far-off fantasy—Singapore has turned such visions into tangible truth. Despite challenges, they've taken their rooftops and converted them into thriving tropical jungles, intertwining wildlife diversity back into everyday city landscapes and reshaping notions around cultivating locally sourced produce. The Vision: Transforming Dullness into Vitality Singapore embarked on its path towards urb...
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Smart Travel: Stay Connected Abroad with eSIMs

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When travelling, staying connected is essential since we often share our adventures with friends, family, and followers via social media. Those who have journeyed before know that while these trips can be incredible, they also present various hurdles; thus, ensuring reliable internet connection shouldn’t add to those difficulties. While traveling, you desire seamless access to the internet and effortless connectivity to the world through mobile data. Those days are over when connectivity was considered optional or a luxury; it's now essential. Traditional Travel Sims have begun to look outdated as a result. Contemporary mobile gadgets now include eSIM technology, transforming the way modern travelers maintain an internet connection effortlessly across different countries. What is a Travel eSIM? Previously, obtaining a connection for a Travel SIM involved hurriedly visiting the closest mobile shop upon arriving at your location to purchase an actual SIM card, a...
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Flume & JPEGMAFIA Unveil Collaborative EP: "We Live in a Society"

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After dropping the zany, wouldn't-feel-out-of-place-on-Adult-Swim animated video for 'Track 1' last week, Flume and JPEGMAFIA have officially announced their collaborative EP We Live In A Society , set for release this Friday May 2. The forthcoming four-song release encompasses the earlier dropped 'Track 1' and boasts a special guest appearance. Ravyn Lenae on 'Is It Real'. This isn't the pair's first collab rodeo, with Harley and Peggy previously teaming up for 'How To Build A Relationship' on Flume's 2019 mixtape Hi This Is Flume and 'New Black History' from JPEGMAFIA's 2024 record I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU. Our Existence Is Within The Bounds Of Societal Norms Indicates Flume's initial fresh drop since his duo of 2023 mixtapes. Things Often Don't Happen As Planned and Arrived Anxious, Left Bored .
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Melbourne CBD's Puzzling Trend Leaves Hundreds Perplexed

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Local Aussies highlight a widespread issue with public transportation. EXPLORE FURTHER: Home seekers notice embarrassing error in a Melbourne property listing An unusual new behavior has emerged worldwide. Melbourne The city streets -- and it's confusing both commuters using public transportation and bus drivers alike. Commuters in the CBD are increasingly being spotted standing still like 'a bunch of mannequins' at bus stops without signalling to the driver - then looking shocked when the bus drives straight past them. The issue was first raised in a heated online forum, where frustrated locals called out the silent standoff happening at key bus corridors like Victoria Parade and Hoddle Street. One user questioned, 'Isn’t flagging down a bus something we do?' Reddit . 'There are about 10-12 different bus routes that go along those roads; they can't afford to stop at every stop just to be ignored.' ...
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Cashless Society Risks Leaving Vulnerable Behind: Dame Meg Hillier Warns

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Earlier this year, I attended Darlington market in County Durham as part of the Treasury Committee’s investigation into cash acceptance. Besides leaving with a beautiful plant and some English apples, I got the opportunity to converse with both vendors and shoppers. I noticed two key points. First, stall owners at markets tend to be more formidable bargainers compared to most others. Second, numerous individuals heavily rely on using cash to purchase basic necessities. The report released today by my committee cautions that unless the government takes action promptly regarding the acceptance of cash, those who will suffer the most will be the least fortunate and the most vulnerable members of society. Online banking and digital payment services have turned into standard practices for numerous people, leading to easier ways of settling payments. petrol Or making a weekly grocery order simpler. Nevertheless, this has led to significant unforeseen repercussions for certain de...
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Journalist and Author Revises View on Screen Time: "Technology Isn't as Bad for Kids as I Thought"

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Over the past several years, both psychologists and social media specialists have been raising concerns about the negative impacts of too much time spent on screens. In his 2023 report Our loneliness and isolation crisis ," U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy named social media as one of the main reasons young people feel more alone. "As various instances illustrate, technology can displace face-to-face interaction, capture our full attention, lessen the quality of our exchanges, and potentially lower our self-worth," Murthy noted. In his popular book "The Anxious Generation," NYU social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that technology alters the neural pathways of younger individuals, resulting in increased feelings of anxiety and depression. It's wise to be careful with the amount of technology exposure children get. Nonetheless, there are methods to use screens without causing harm. In her latest book titled "Second Life: Raising...
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SA Drivers Furious Over Highway Conditions as Queensland Secures Better Funding Deal

Numerous motorists from regional South Australia have expressed their dissatisfaction regarding the poor state of the region’s highways, informing the ABC that they are concerned for their safety. In November 2023, the national administration declared its intention to transition to a A 50-50 agreement was reached for financing specific national infrastructure improvements. , which encompassed national highways, back when it was an 80:20 ratio. While January's announcement of A $9 billion overhaul of Queensland's Bruce Highway has returned to the 80:20 funding ratio. It seems probable that South Australia will adopt the 50:50 model. The South Australian Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Tom Koutsantonis, stated that the state was continuing to collaborate with the federal government to implement crucial safety enhancements at hazardous sites. Talks with the Commonwealth regarding cost-sharing agreements, especially for local highways...
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Will Lower US Travel Affect Flight Centre's Stock?

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A report from Australian Financial Review uncovers an unclear outlook for travel sector shares such as Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd ( ASX: FLT ) shares. The report suggests that uncertain economic situations along with apprehensions about traveling to the U.S. might decrease Flight Centre’s profits for this fiscal year by over $100 million. On Monday Flight Centre has indicated that achieving the previously stated FY 2025 guidance for an UPBT between $365 million and $405 million seems improbable. The firm currently does not expect to meet the required year-over-year growth rate of 14% to 26.5%. The forecast for FY 2025 UPBT has been revised to fall within the range of $300 million to $335 million. According to AFR: The Trump administration has intensified immigration screenings and border control policies, causing apprehension amongst tourists and travelers who fear encountering an unwelcoming environment upon visiting the U.S. According to official ...
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Trapped Between Promise and Paradise: Life on Australia’s Housing Frontier

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The major parties have decided on a solution to Australia's housing crisis: build more homes. But some of the country's newest suburbs suggest it's not as straightforward as it seems. The homes emerge from the verdant slopes in neat rows: robust and jagged, constructed of brick and concrete. Miniature bicycles and scooters are sprinkled across mown lawns and shoes piled in front of doors that gape open to the street. But peer through the window of every fourth or fifth home and you'll find it empty — or under construction. Suburbs like Austral and Oran Park, on the farthest frontiers of south-western Sydney, barely existed 15 years ago. Driving towards the developments, a street sign declares "Cowpasture Road", a nod to the area's former life. Now the region is amongst the fastest growing in the country and an example of what both major party leaders see as an answer to Australia's entrenched housing dilemma. L...
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Robert Prevost Ascends: First American Elected as Pope Leo XIV Leads Catholic Church

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Stay tuned for our real-time blog updates on the selection of Pope Leo XIV. Vatican City: On Thursday evening, Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American-born missionary and high-ranking Vatican official, was chosen as the new pope, marking the first time in the church’s 2000-year existence that an American has held this position. He will take the title of Pope Leo XIV. The announcement took place around 6:05 pm local time when white smoke started rising from the comignolo – the copper and steel flue situated above the Sistine Chapel – ascending into the evening skyline over Rome. The crowd in St Peter’s Square, which included pilgrims, visitors, and clerics, broke out into cheers and clapping. Amidst a throng of elated pilgrims, the exclamation "habemus papam!" ("we have a pope") filled the air during a breathtaking Roman sunset. They celebrated the installation of the 267th pontiff through waving flags, enthusiastic cheers, ...
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HESTA Super Fund Keeps WiseTech Global in Sights

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