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It seems everyone is talking about global logistics, and rightfully so. It wasn't long ago that communication challenges and extended lead times were major barriers to successful relationships with international customers and trading partners. But today's advancements in technology and transportation services have made those barriers less formidable and organizations are now able to consider, create, and sustain relationships that exist around the world. And the importance of these advancements cannot be overstated as it's no coincidence that today's most successful companies also have world-class global logistics strategies and systems.

So why don't all companies have world-class global logistics strategies and systems? Well, becoming world-class in logistics requires a certain level of innovation and remaining world-class requires a commitment to continual self-examination. Global logistics is a complex and constantly evolving field where process improvements and technological innovations happen quickly.

In an effort to help organizations better understand global logistics and develop the right innovative strategy for their business, Oracle is proud to provide this newsletter featuring research and recommendations from world leading analyst firm, Gartner. Oracle's team of global logistics experts agree with Gartner's assessment of the global logistics landscape and the need for all organizations to consider their logistics strategy in a new and innovative way.

We hope you find this newsletter useful as you consider your global logistics strategy and how that strategy enables your business success.

Maha Muzumdar
Vice President Supply Chain Management
Oracle

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