Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares excerpts of our fifth prediction that will be included in our Annual 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Research Advisory. In this posting, we share excerpts of our fifth prediction. All rights reserved.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The world’s oceans have been a vital part of global trade since humans first launched ships from shore. Today, nearly 90 per cent of global trade is carried by sea-going vessels. As a result, maritime shipping lies at the very heart of the global logistical system. ” How bad have things become?

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ivalua

MARCH 27, 2023

E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Wake Up AP, Before it’s Too Late! It’s already hit most Latin American countries, India, China and Italy, but the next big wave hits France in 2024. Taking control of tax risks and international invoicing can be proactive steps toward success.

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QAD

APRIL 16, 2024

MODEX 2024, one of the largest supply chain trade shows in the USA, held at the sprawling Georgia World Congress Center, brought together supply chain professionals from around the world to explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry.

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The Network Effect

JANUARY 18, 2024

In a world of perpetual disruption, your organization will need optionality – multiple sourcing for key products, parts and raw materials.

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Freightos

APRIL 25, 2024

More Resources Home The Impact of Fast Fashion Giants On Air Cargo Eytan Buchman April 25, 2024 Navigating New Horizons: The Impact of Fast Fashion on Air Cargo Rates & Dynamics The intersection of fast fashion, globalized retail e-commerce, and air cargo logistics is coming to a head with Temu and Shein’s entrance to the US market.

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Resilinc

MAY 9, 2024

From antifragile supply chains to predictive AI and the need for more multi-value supply chains—the annual Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo conference left attendees and key C-Suite decision makers discussing trends and technology innovations contributing to the modernization of global supply chains.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 7, 2023

This week the World Bank released its latest June forecast of its Semiannual Global Economic Prospects Report. This latest forecast indicates that the global economy will grow by 2.1 That compares with a global growth rate of 3.1 In the not so optimistic category, the bank revised its 2024 global growth forecast to 2.4

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 18, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights a published report indicating that PC maker Hewlett Packard is modifying supply sourcing akin to China Plus and nearshoring sourcing actions. That would include alternatives to China under the umbrella of either China Plus or de-risking sourcing changes. We pointed out that in 2022, more U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 24, 2024

B2B and ERP Cloud based software provider SAP SE has announced the launch of a 2024 corporate restructuring program. The news came in conjunction with the global technology provider’s reporting of Q4-2023 and full-year 2023 financial performance which was highlighted in our prior Supply Chain Matters posting.

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Exiger Perspectives

MAY 15, 2024

Article | Key Takeways Gartner Event Encourages a ‘Rethink’ of Global Supply Chains Article | Key Takeways May 15, 2024 The annual Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo is always a great meeting of minds, and this year’s theme, “Rethink Supply Chain,” is an important one.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the availability of our latest recorded podcast episode: Risk Megatrends That Supply Chain Management Teams Should Anticipate in 2024. She is a founding member of the Global Supply Chain Resiliency Council and a member of the Advisory Board of MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 22, 2024

From a supply chain sourcing perspective, a consistent theme in media reporting has been exploration or hints for added Apple supply chain sourcing. Vietnam Visit Cook’s Vietnam visit was headlined by local and global media as pledging to buy or produce additional product components in that country. Is iPhone U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 16, 2024

This week, business media headlines are citing market quantitative research firm IDC indicating that in Q1-2024, Samsung Electronics surpassed Apple as the designated leader in global smartphone shipments. percent in Q1-2024, to 50.1 Reportedly, Apple’s iPhone shipments declined 9.6 million units. percent to 60.1

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 3, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides readers a further installment in our global supply chain assessment series in providing highlights on reported April 2024 global PMI activity levels. Decline in Global Manufacturing Output Levels Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. The April reading of 50.3

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 25, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides key highlights and added supply chain and production perspectives on Tesla ’s recent report of Q1-2024 financial performance. In the latter category, global vehicle inventory expressed in days of supply was reported as 28 days, compared to 15 days in the year-earlier quarter. percent compared to 11.4

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the publishing of our latest recorded podcast episode: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Expect in 2024. Podcast Perspective Multi-industry supply chain management teams are now turning their attention to plans for the year 2024. All rights reserved.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 29, 2023

We first want to express to all of our global-wide readers our best wishes for a prosperous and rewarding new calendar year, and soon, a new Lunar New Year. Episode 23 with our invited guest Radu Palamariu is titled: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Expect In 2024.

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Unleashed

APRIL 2, 2024

In this issue: The latest in global supply chain news Insights from an ecommerce niche-market pioneer Tips for reducing transportation costs Job opportunities from Sony, Patagonia, and more In supply chain headlines Food & Beverage sector sees continued growth and innovation. The F&B industry added 1.4 The F&B industry added 1.4

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 28, 2024

The company’s forecasted outlook for production levels in 2024 was upwards of 9,000 vehicles, and industry watchers indicated that added financing would be needed in order for the luxury auto maker to be able to grow sales and global wide production needs. Workers After securing new ratified labor agreements among three major U.S.

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Unleashed

MARCH 19, 2024

In this issue: The latest in global supply chain news 5 secrets you can steal for better cash flow Growth advice from the founder of a healthy soda brand Job opportunities from Fujitsu, Tesla, and more In the supply chain headlines Manufacturing profit margins recovering. Learn more in the latest Manufacturing Health Index report.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Today, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) issued its latest forecast update on overall global trade, and the narrative is not encouraging or optimistic. Global trade is reportedly set to contract by 5 percent in 2023 compared to 2002, amounting to upwards of $30.7 percent growth rate in 2024.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

John is the President at RRD Supply Chain Solutions , a recognized provider of global life science supply chain services with decades of experience in developing and delivering value-add solutions to the life science sector. John Marrow and Joe Lynch discuss the life science supply chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights the announcement from Airbus setting aggressive aircraft production and delivery targets for 2024. 2024 Production Goal This week, commercial aircraft manufacturer Airbus established a goal to deliver upwards of 800 commercial aircraft this year. All rights reserved.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights concerns raised by automotive industry interests regarding evolving component sourcing among China based suppliers within Mexico. The post Auto Industry Concerns in Sourcing Moves Within Mexico first appeared on The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group / Supply Chain Management. All rights reserved.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Integrated Supply in 2024: Three Trends Reshaping the Industry When it comes to the three biggest trends within integrated supply this year, the need for accurate data is a common thread. AI will continue to make headlines in 2024, but within the world of integrated supply, it is already making a difference on the ground. “AI

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

Our Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech column has had a brisk start in our 2024 postings, and we have added this supplemental posting. In our initial 2024 posting last week, we highlighted two acquisitions related to supply chain technology providers. All rights reserved.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides highlights of the realities of higher number of vessels among global ocean container shipping lines meeting contracting shipping demand levels that are now leading to headcount and schedule reductions. Background Ocean container shipping and logistics are the lifeblood of global supply chain movements.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

My 2024 predictions for these modes is that ocean shipping transformation will continue. Furthermore the other decarbonising ship refitting projects will start making a reduction in global emissions in the sector. The jury is still out regarding what sort of mixture of fuels will be powering the fleets of tomorrow.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 8, 2024

Supply Chain Matters provides a further installment in our global supply chain assessment in the highlights on reported December 2023, Q3-2023, and full year global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. Global Production Continues to Contract Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P.

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OptiProERP

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

While large corporations have been at the forefront of manufacturing sustainability initiatives, in 2024, more small and mid-sized manufacturers are expected to incorporate green initiatives, recognizing that sustainability is essential for their bottom line. In the United States alone, they make up 98.5%

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ivalua

JANUARY 8, 2023

The German Supply Chain Act, or Lieferkettengesetz, is a new piece of legislation that came into effect January 2023 with an extended remit from January 1, 2024. However, the scope will be extended to companies that employ at least 1,000 employees from 1 January 2024. The post What does the German Supply Chain Act Mean for Procurement?

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EMERGE App

APRIL 5, 2024

The picture of wholesale distribution industry in 2024 The report from Research and Markets forecasts that the wholesale market size will reach $68,092.65 Understanding the right approach to survival in this industry in 2024 might be the best abundance now. 7 pointers that can help your business survive in 2024 and beyond 1.

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ThroughPut

MARCH 25, 2024

Demand forecasting is a critical component of supply chain management, especially in the complex and unpredictable market landscape of 2024. Our 2024 guide provides supply chain managers and planners with the latest tools and insights to refine their demand forecasting processes. What are the Best Demand Forecasting Methods for 2024?

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides a further global supply chain assessment in the highlighting and added insights on reported October 2023 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. down from the 49.2

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides a further global supply chain assessment in the highlights and added insights on reported November 2023 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. the highest value in six months.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Nearly a third (32%) of procurement teams concede to cutting corn ers with their sourcing criteria for suppliers to secure supply. 49% believe that global supply chains won’t fully recover to pre-Covid operational norms until 2024 or beyond. Global Media Contact. Redwood, CA, 25 October, 2022. About the study.

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