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Platforms like SHEIN and TEMU are redefining global commerce with ultra-low prices, fast product cycles, and direct shipping from factories to consumers. Their success has reshaped expectations but at a price that is far below retail. This blog post explores how these platforms destabilize supply chains by bypassing conventional sourcing strategies, overloading infrastructure, and shifting […]

(Bochum / New York, April 22, 2025) From unexpected tariffs to extreme weather events, global supply chains can break down in days. If companies want to be resilient, they need to invest in supply chain digitalization to stay responsive. And those who digitize their supply chain expect not just fast implementation of the SCM software, […]

The new US tariffs announced by Donald Trump mark a turning point in international trade policy. Under the banner of “fair trade,” the US government plans to implement reciprocal tariffs—trade barriers that match the structure and level of those imposed by partner nations. However, the immediate consequences of this announcement are far-reaching—economically, geopolitically, and logistically. […]

Lately, sustainability is all the rage in the furniture world. As more consumers demand eco-friendly and ethically produced items, manufacturers are feeling the pressure to innovate. Technology plays a crucial role here, especially technologies that enhance the visibility of the supply chain. This blog post focuses on how enhancing transparency, traceability, and adherence to rigorous […]

Working in an office only appears to be harmless to our health. On closer inspection, it turns out that our bodies are not at all suited for it and need a permanent balance to prevent permanent damage to the body and soul. This article is perhaps the last step to motivate you to lead a […]

• SCM software OSCA brings greater transparency into the value chain.• Collaboration with Shippeo enables real-time transportation tracking. (Bochum / New York, April 21, 2023) Easy and quick compliance with the Supply Chain Act combined with deep transparency in holistic supply chain management: at the Munich trade fair transport logistic 2023 (May 9 to 12), […]

This statement is written by Niklas Kirwel, President & CEO of Setlog Corp. since 01.07.2021. For more than 15 years, he has been an expert in project and product management as well as in consulting and sales of technology projects in the consumer goods and apparel industry. As the new year kicks off, I wanted to […]

Over the past two to three years, pretty much everybody has written or talked about supply chain disruptions, shortages, bottlenecks, etc. I will certainly not repeat anything of this now but would rather like to write about how the past years have changed us, our domain and how we work. We have learned, moved on […]

This statement is written by Niklas Kirwel, President & CEO of Setlog Corp. since 01.07.2021. For more than 15 years, he has been an expert in project and product management as well as in consulting and sales of technology projects in the consumer goods and apparel industry. August, 2022 I just came back from a […]

• Easy entry into the topic – also for mid-sized companies.• IT tool OSCA CSR is expanded to include standardized supplier questionnaire for risk identification.• Loening helps in introducing risk management system to respect human rights. (Bochum/Berlin, May 4, 2022) The software specialist Setlog now cooperates with Loening – Human Rights & Responsible Business from […]