Is a term used to describe a business placing orders with production locations close to where its end-products are sold. This is the opposite of the far sourcing where often production operations are in the Far East or with developing nations having lower labor costs but also require longer lead times due to shipping distances.
Importing valuable goods from Asia: Sea, Air, Rail, or Barge?
Sea, air, rail, or barge? Discover the pros and cons of each transport modality and confidently choose the best option for your valuable cargo.
