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Services Delivery Risk in Ukraine and the CEE Region Rises Amid Conflict with Russia | Blog

Everest Group

Border tensions renewed in November 2021 when Russia started to amass tens of thousands of troops at the Ukrainian border as both NATO and Ukraine refused to commit to excluding Ukraine as a NATO member in the future. The recent escalation since November 2021 had also forced firms to activate contingency/BCP measures.

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The New Age CPO: Jim Wetekamp of Riskonnect

Future of Sourcing

Launched in March of 2021, the group hosts outside speakers and discussion groups to further the career development of women in the field. We’ve launched education programs that focus on addressing racial inequality, human rights, and underserved communities globally. We also encourage and support employee-led groups.

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Benefits and Challenges of Expanding to Australia

Globalization Partners

percent in 2021. While the government redistributes taxes into the economy, it’s a tricky maze to navigate for businesses new to the country. Australia is an excellent place to move to engage with a healthy, growing economy. percent of the global economy. Complicated employment laws.