Information Technology and Supply Chain Management
Your Librarian
Heather Grevatt
Contact:
Albertsons Library
Boise State University
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725-1430
Office: ALBR 401C
heathergrevatt@boisestate.edu
Need to meet?
Email to request an appointment in-person or online
Boise State University
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725-1430
Office: ALBR 401C
heathergrevatt@boisestate.edu
Need to meet?
Email to request an appointment in-person or online
Data & Statistics
- USA Trade OnlineProvided by the U.S. Census Bureau: A dynamic data tool that gives users access to current and cumulative U.S. export and import data. Register for a free account to get started.
- Manufacturing & Trade Inventories & SalesProvides aggregated data for the Monthly Retail Trade Survey, the Monthly Wholesale Trade Survey, and the Manufacturers' Shipments, Inventories, and Orders Survey. Compiled by the US Census Bureau.
- Bureau of Transportation StatisticsLinks to resources and reports on foreign and domestic freight.
- CAPS ResearchThe leading non-profit supply chain research organization. Register for a free account to access their knowledge base and select publications.
Industry Reports
Identify the NAICS for your industry
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by Federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. business economy. Knowing the NAICS for your industry will save research time and help ensure you are comparing related data.
Visit the U.S. Census Bureau website to get started.
- ABI/INFORM Collection - Industry and Market ResearchSelect "Browse" > "Industry and Market Research" Business Monitor International and First Research provide global reports grouped by industry.
- Standard and Poor's netAdvantageSelect "Industries" to access S&P Industry Surveys, Sub-Industry Reviews, and Sector Charts.
- Mergent IntellectSelect "Industry" and search by SIC, NAICS, or keyword
- SBDCNet Industry LinksCollections of links to research resources for many industries curated by the Small Business Development Center.
Supplier Information & Company Profiles
Supplier Directories
- ThomasNetCovers industrial manufacturers, distributors, and service companies in the U.S. and Canada.
- KompassA worldwide directory of business and commercial companies in 60 countries with information on their products and services for businesses seeking suppliers or import/export sources.
- World Industry ReporterProduct, supplier, industry, and market information
Company Profiles and Directories
- ABI/INFORM Collection - Company ReportsSelect "Browse" > "Company Reports" > ProQuest Annual Reports Collection" for access to thousands of real company reports.
Organizations
- ASCMAs the largest non-profit association for supply chain, ASCM is an unbiased partner, connecting companies around the world to the newest thought leadership on all aspects of supply chain.
- CSCMPThe Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the preeminent worldwide professional association dedicated to the advancement and dissemination of research and knowledge on supply chain management.
Raw Materials
- Consumer Product Information DatabaseDisclosing chemical ingredients in products provides essential information throughout the supply chain from raw material supplier to consumers.
- OECD LibraryOECD Reports on international commodity statistics
Transportation
- U.S. Department of TransportationComprehensive government resources and information for aviation, railroads, maritime, and more.
- U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionGet the most updated information on import rules and regulations, duties, and trade agreements.
Warehousing
- RLB Research and InsightsThe RLB Riders Digest includes construction cost estimates for warehouses in major American cities
- WBDG Design GuidanceA program of the National Institute of Building Sciences, provides building best practices and links to additional resources.