As the length of the inbound supply chain continues to increase with global sourcing more focus is being placed at the beginning of the supply chain where product originates. China's new Bonded Logistics Parks (BLPs) are particularly attractive to companies sourcing in the Asian region who want to optimize inventory velocity by using China as an international transfer and consolidation hub. The expected increased use of the BLPs may significantly alter global shipping flows, opening new opportunities to re-configure and optimize the global supply chain. Establish China can help map out the alternatives and recommend improvement strategies.
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