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Eastern Europe bridging sourcing gap 
Competitive prices, shorter delivery times and a region that remains largely unscathed by the global economic slowdown – just three reasons why Eastern Europe is rapidly mounting an ever-more impressive challenge to South Asia’s traditional dominance as the sourcing location of choice, writes Richard Edwards.
Aug 08
African Adventures
Africa is a resource-rich continent oozing with potential. Here we look at some of its supply hotspots and investigate levels of corruption and the ease of doing business – can you afford not to be there?
Aug 08
Bulgaria’s development stalls
Geographically, Bulgaria's central position within Europe makes it a logical choice for European multinationals looking to develop a cost-effective manufacturing centre, by Nadia Damon in Sofia.
Aug 08
Beijing shutdown fails to bring closure
Empty streets and a steady stream of traffic heading out of the city – while the world prepares to invade Beijing for the Olympics, the ordinary people of the Chinese capital have launched a mass exodus.
Jul 08
It’s the cost of fuel, mate!
For the last couple of decades at least, procurement has been largely about cutting suppliers’ prices. But the rising cost of oil means all that is changing. ADR International CEO Robin Jackson suggests some ways procurement leaders can take advantage of the opportunities the slowdown presents.
Jul 08
America calling
For US procurement leaders at least, the weak dollar means it’s time to reconsider anything being sourced in Europe or Japan says Bill Michels, CEO of ADR International (North America). The US could be the next destination for low-cost country sourcing.
Jul 08
Manila Thriller
With a can-do labour force and an infrastructure that gives easy scalability, the third-biggest English-speaking nation in the world is well equipped to become the top location for IT, business and knowledge processing outsourcing, as Robert Blincoe reports.
Jun 08
Skilled people are key in low-cost sourcing
Taking advantage of sourcing from low-cost regions depends on having the right kind of specialist talent on board, says Richard McIntosh.
May 08
When it comes to sourcing, West can be best
A recent case shows that the UK can offer better value than the Far East and other low-cost destinations, says Simon Aldred.
May 08
Low-cost sourcing – fools rush in
Buying goods and services from countries in Eastern Europe, the Far East and other regions where costs are lower can save cash. John McCleland of ADR International Australia offers some insights into making the strategy work.
May 08
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