Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Today, manufacturing firms face increasing threats from cybercriminals targeting weaknesses in SCADA (supervisory, control, and data acquisition) systems. Regulatory bodies recognize the data security challenges that manufacturers face, and have initiated various requirements and standards of operations meant to safeguard data.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2013

Onshoring: Manufacturers capitalise on goods ‘made in the USA’ ( Financial Times ). Decaying Bridges, Highways Raise Costs for Truckers, Manufacturers ( Wall Street Journal ). Years from now, when we look back at 2013, we might say this was the year where logistics truly became a strategic weapon for companies.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 5, 2015

Since 2011, the federal government focused on changing this paradigm and made American manufacturing a priority. Under the guidance of the Department of Commerce/NIST , they developed an infrastructure with dedicated funding to rebuild our manufacturing sector. manufacturing.” Below is an overview of this program.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 11, 2024

Medline is a medical supply manufacturer, distributor, and solutions provider. And through that, we’ve invested more than $2 billion back into our manufacturing footprint, our distribution footprint, and technology and systems to make sure that we’re continuing to be very resilient.”

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 14, 2013

Date: 12-14 november 2013. Connect with 100+ senior supply chain executives from retailers and manufacturers and build your professional network. Key Topics to be Discussed at the 2013 CSCO Forum. Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum/ 3PL Summit. Venue: Steigenberger Airport Hotel, Amsterdam. Organisation: Eyefortransport.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 17, 2013

Descartes’ GLN, route planning and transportation management solutions and deep domain expertise can help our retail, distribution and manufacturing customers in managing their global and local inbound logistics and delivery operations.”. . Song of the Week: “Stubborn Love” by The Lumineers. Be Sociable, Share!

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 19, 2013

In the meantime… SAP Announces First Quarter 2013 Results. SAP reported that total revenues and net profit increased 7 percent and 17 percent, respectively, in Q1 2013 compared to Q1 2012. Tweet The post This Week in Logistics News (April 15-19, 2013) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Now is the Time for Manufacturing to Look at Logistics Efficiency. Inform yourself on these trends by downloading the Capgemini/Penn State/Panalpnia 2013 18th Annual 3PL Study. Manufacturing seems heading for a long awaited comeback. Manufacturing manufacturing tips' The keyword here is fast.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

In 3PL news, XPO Logistics announced that it has acquired Optima Service Solutions, LLC, “a leading non-asset provider of last-mile logistics services for major retailers and manufacturers in the United States” for $26.6 Tweet The post This Week in Logistics News (November 18-22, 2013) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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SCM Research

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Second, the article The Competitive Determinants of a Firm’s Environmental Management Activities: Evidence from US Manufacturing Industries by Hofer, Cantor and Dai has won the Journal of Operations Management Jack Meredith Best Paper Award. Finally, the judges for the 2012 Harold E. Decision Sciences, 43 (2), 303-339 DOI: 10.1111/j.1540-5915.2011.00345.x.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Cass Freight Index Report – January 2013. 2013 is off to a slow start for freight shipments, according to the Cass Freight Index Report for January. Here is an excerpt: Both shipment volume and total freight payments declined significantly from December [2012] to January [2013], as the economy slowed to a near stall.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Notice how the water turns from blue to brown in Figure 3 with the lack of demand translation capabilities within the enterprise for manufacturing and logistics. Organizational alignment in manufacturing organizations is worse between operations and finance teams today than in 2013. Mistake #5. Read on to see the facts.).

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 9, 2024

Nvidia, Northrup Grumman, PACCAR Inc, PCA (Packaging Corporation of America), ResMed, Rockwell Automation, Ross Stores, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) Company, Tempur-Pedic, TJX, Toro, Toyota, West Pharma, United Tractors, and Urban Outfitters. The performance in 2022 is almost the same as that in 2013 (note the circular pattern).

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2015

We first started writing about and featuring reshoring content back in September of 2013, and have since added 10 more reshoring related posts in our reshoring blog category. Many off-shore manufacturers have returned to the U.S., 70% of manufacturers indicate that volatile energy costs are a major concern.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Approximately 60 percent of today's unfilled manufacturing jobs are due to a shortage of applicants with sufficient proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and math ( STEM ) skills. IMPO Executive Editor, Anna Wells provides insights into the complicated issue in her article “Why The Manufacturing Skills Gap Is Serious”.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

As I highlighted in my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2013 , tablets and smartphones are quickly becoming the preferred computing platform for business professionals, which is why technology providers are designing and optimizing their applications for these devices. Song of the Week: “Miracle Mile” by Cold War Kids.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2017

What makes or breaks a new technology in manufacturing? Mostly, manufacturers demand technologies that can boost their output without causing an additional strain on resources, and the final five technologies changing manufacturing in 2016 did just that. In other words, some manufacturers continue to resist the trend.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 24, 2015

Supply chain management in manufacturing is by no means a simple process, but the United States is learning from past mistakes and they're poised to start playing a little catch-up in the manufacturing world due to their expertise. Government Weighs In on Supply Chain Management in Manufacturing. The Numbers Are In.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2013

Descartes Reports Fiscal 2013 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results. Tweet The post This Week in Logistics News (March 4-8, 2013) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Ryder Relaunches Dedicated Transportation Solution. Roadnet Technologies Unveils Roadnet Transportation Suite 3.60 Be Sociable, Share!

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

One of my insights from doing the industry analysis for the Supply Chains to Admire each year is that smaller and less well-known companies outperform larger and better-known manufacturers. The analysis is biased toward large process-based manufacturers in the Gartner network. Is this success? I don’t think so. Learning Stalled.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. We look at 6 core areas that manufacturing companies will take a long look at as they gear up for a successful 2016. E-Commerce for Manufacturing. Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Looking back, I estimated the market in 2013 at $6.4 Also, warehouse automation excludes similar systems such as airport baggage handling, manufacturing-line automation, and manually driven forklifts. In 2013, Daifuku acquired Wynright, a US-based provider of warehouse automation and material handling systems. billion in 2019.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 16, 2015

Throughout the course of business, business owners, who may be in the manufacturing, retail, or in another industry, find themselves focusing on innovation. In fact, the annual ChainLink Research Study found innovation to be the top focus for those involved in the manufacturing community. Innovation Reduces Risk to Businesses.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

This year’s event takes place at the Sofitel London Heathrow Hotel in the United Kingdom and includes a stellar lineup of speakers — renowned experts, practitioners and market leaders — and will showcase leading practices in supply chain, manufacturing, retail, transportation and pricing excellence. Cheers from London!!!

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

The final day of FocusConnect 2013 was met with traditional English weather — cold and rainy. However, it was not enough to dampen the spirits of attendees who again packed the General Session to hear Razat Gaurav, JDA SVP, International, explore how multiple retail channels have changed retail and manufacturing supply chains everywhere.

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 26, 2014

Due to more complex supply chains, policy makers worldwide are enforcing stricter regulations for manufacturing and logistics. Selected manufacturing problems and growing public pressure have caused the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to strengthen GMP standards (Good Manufacturing Practices) and control them more strictly.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Since its start in 2013, Emma has become one of Europe’s fastest growing companies, with 800+ team members operating in 30 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Germany, Emma is the world’s largest direct-to-customer sleep brand, known for its award-winning and highly rated boxed-bed mattresses, of which it sold 1.5 million in 2020.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 3, 2024

Reportedly, United Microelectronics Corp , Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. magnitude event that occurred in November 2013. According to reporting by The Wall Street Journal ( Paid subscription ), some TSMC production technicians have returned to work. PSMC) , and flat panel maker Innolux Corp.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 18, 2013

on August 12, 2013. However, the survey shows that costs are on the rise, greater than 8 percent on average in manufacturing industries. This project was completed in April 2013, supported by international partners who collaborated on interviews and survey data collection. on August 12, 2013. 1. Customer expectations.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The sustainable purchase becomes easier through the year with fewer barriers as customers increase their demands for environmentally friendly goods (Vishal Gupta, 2013). Vishal Gupta, 2013). 2013, January). Patagonia produces their wetsuits from natural rubber and parkas which are made from plastic bottles. Cardwell, 2014).

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RFgen

JULY 20, 2015

3-D printing technology could revolutionize the manufacturing industry. Additive manufacturing is making its way into the industry as an alternative to modern automation processes. Custom, unique and one-off items are all great candidates for being created through the use of additive manufacturing. Possible Drawbacks.

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RFgen

JULY 20, 2015

3-D printing technology could revolutionize the manufacturing industry. Additive manufacturing is making its way into the industry as an alternative to modern automation processes. Custom, unique and one-off items are all great candidates for being created through the use of additive manufacturing. Possible Drawbacks.

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MIT Supply Chain

MAY 23, 2013

3D printing is being hailed as a breakthrough technology that will revolutionize manufacturing and supply chain management. The technology could enhance the manufacturing capacity of every supplier, including lower-tier operators. How will manufacturers prevent unauthorized modifications that compromise product quality and/or safety?

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 22, 2020

A new movement is taking place, driven by new innovators and new, disruptive technologies such as robotics and additive layer manufacturing (ALM). However more forward-thinking organisations see this as an opportunity to revolutionise the whole design and manufacture process, to create new things in new ways. million in funding.

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AFFLINK

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

With manufacturers using more than 30% of the nation’s energy, corporate sustainability and global warming have been hot issues for years. While renewable innovations have made significant strides towards efficiently and economically powering manufacturing, there are still steps to take. Innovations in Clean Energy.

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MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 11, 2014

MIT’s Professor Suzanne Berger believes that US manufacturers need more support. The US can be a lonely place for manufacturers, believes MIT Professor Suzanne Berger. To illustrate the point, Berger compared Germany’s manufacturing sector to its counterpart in the US. Meanwhile, companies must do the best they can.

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In 2013, The Drug Quality and Security Act (DQSA) was enacted to give the FDA more power to regulate the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals. Since the act was passed in 2013, companies have had ten years to ensure compliance with the DSCSA come the November 27, 2023, deadline. What is the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)?

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