The CPSIA at its One Year Anniversary: A Look Ahead
This article summarizes significant recent developments related to the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 ("CPSIA").

The Vertical and Horizontal Approach to Preventing Recalls
The number of product recalls has been on the rise. What are the leading causes? A study conducted by Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer revealed that raised levels of product recall and other corrective action in the EU are mainly attributable to stricter regulatory requirements, better enforcement of the law, increased consumer awareness, and application of precautionary principles.

The State of the Retail Supply Chain 2009
In many respects, the $4.7 trillion U.S. retail sector has led the revolution in supply chain management (SCM). Vendor managed inventory, continuous replenishment, and automatic identification are just a few supply chain innovations championed by the retail industry

Certification Requirements for CPSIA Loom
The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) continues to undergo rapid and significant changes that impact a broad array of manufacturers.

Implementing Store Assortment Localization Without Breaking the Supply Chain
In an era when retailers are struggling to increase their relevance to diverse groups of shoppers, the concept of store assortment localization (where chains create custom assortments based on each store's unique characteristics and demographics) is gaining widespread attention.

The Ten Supply Chain "Game Changers"
The Great Recession of 2008 and 2009 has created tremendous upheaval and has forced many retail and vendor executives to rethink their supply chain strategies.