Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares samples of individual prediction snapshots that will be included in our Annual 2024 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Research Advisory publishing later this month.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Like most industries, manufacturers around the world are feeling the pinch of inventory disruption brought on by shortages and other supply chain challenges. But manufacturers are unique. What is Manufacturing Inventory Control? What is Manufacturing Inventory Control? Do you have whiplash yet?

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 24, 2024

In 2024, the logistics and supply chain industry will continue its transformative journey, driven by technological advancements and growing consumer expectations. As companies move forward, they must be open to new technologies and adaptability to remain competitive. Let’s see the most common trends in 2024.

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ThroughPut

MAY 3, 2024

As we step into 2024, the world of logistics isn’t what it used to be. It’s no longer just about getting goods from A to B; it’s become a vital piece of the supply chain puzzle. Everything is connected – what happens in one part of the supply chain can shake things up in logistics, and the other way around.

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Unleashed

MAY 20, 2024

In this week’s edition of The Backorder: REI Co-op gives back $270 million to global communities 6 quick ways to improve supply chain visibility An ecommerce logistics insider shares her best industry advice Job opportunities from McLaren Racing, Hello Fresh, and more Not subscribed yet? Request (and provide) timely updates.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 28, 2024

According to the authors of the 2024 supply chain risks barometer, this growing instability is already impacting international trade. For them, 2024 is likely to be a pivotal year geopolitically.”[3] Consider, for instance, the plight of McDonald’s, the global fast food chain.

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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. Get ruthless about technology.

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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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QAD

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In the dynamic world of manufacturing, the quest for operational excellence is unending. QAD’s Industrial Transformation Platform At the heart of QAD’s solution portfolio is the Industrial Transformation Platform , designed to empower manufacturing and supply chain enterprises to become Adaptive Enterprises.

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ThroughPut

MAY 30, 2024

Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is a critical tool for manufacturers to effectively manage production scheduling, inventory control, and supply chain planning. We also examine how MRP supports modern supply chain management and how to integrate MRP systems with other business systems and processes.

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Creating new opportunities and enabling manufacturers to address the ever-changing disruptions is the new norm for solution providers. This functionality makes it easier for product data to flow from engineering to operations as well as supply chain partners. What’s in Store for 2024? Sustainability is not going away.

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Unleashed

APRIL 28, 2024

In this week’s edition of The Backorder: Talent shortage threatens US manufacturing growth Success secrets from the CEO of a recycled homewares brand 5 tips for negotiating better supplier contracts Job opportunities from Hasbro, Shake Shack, and more Not subscribed to The Backorder? “ReBorn is Giving Materials New Life. .”

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 22, 2024

Visits to Vietnam , Singapore and Indonesia have featured itineraries that included meeting with governmental leaders, technology users, content providers and other groups. From a supply chain sourcing perspective, a consistent theme in media reporting has been exploration or hints for added Apple supply chain sourcing.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 15, 2023

Athletic and leisure footwear manufacturer New Balance has advanced plans to build the company’s sixth footwear manufacturing facility within the United States. Commenting on the Skowhegan facility expansion, Joe Preston, New Balance President indicated: “ Manufacturing has always been at the core of our company culture.

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Unleashed

APRIL 4, 2024

In this issue, we look at: The latest in global supply chain news Manufacturing tips from a safety gear founder 3 simple ways to cut inventory carrying costs Job opportunities from Rolls-Royce, Apple, and more In supply chain headlines New EU due diligence law altered to persuade Italy, Germany.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 16, 2024

The article introduced the concept of self-service planning and challenged companies to rethink the concepts of supply chain planning. Supply Chain Insights Training, 2024 The Opportunity Based on my research, I believe there is an opportunity to reduce the number of planning roles by 80-85%.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 2, 2024

The Just-In-Time inventory management approach revolutionized manufacturing forever. To help out fellow supply chain experts and professionals, we’ve crafted this guide to deepen your comprehension of JIT, illuminating its fundamental principles, myriad benefits, strategic implementation, and the challenges that may arise.

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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. To address these challenges, supply chain professionals must adopt advanced forecasting methods. Let’s get started with definitions, differences and benefits.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Will the supply chain ever catch a break? With every link of the supply chain impacting businesses both large and small, keeping up with the globally disrupted supply chain evolution is a recipe for whiplash. Raw Material Shortages Are Affecting a Challenged Supply Chain.

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Unleashed

APRIL 11, 2024

The Guardian reports that the Victoria Unboxed project will hope to eliminate invisible waste from supply chains by replacing cardboard produce boxes with reusable plastic crates. US manufacturing activity expands for first time since 2022. The latest ISM Manufacturing PMI report registered an unexpectedly high 50.3%

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights unfolding developments pointing to actions toward positioning India as a secondary global hub of Apple iPhone production. Such actions were to include mitigation of risks related to China based sourcing, which is now commonly referred to as a China Plus sourcing strategy.

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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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BlueYonder

APRIL 2, 2024

This fact drives us to innovate when it comes to our Supply Chain Execution solutions. Blue Yonder recently was named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems (TMS) report 1 for the 13 th year 2 in a row. Those savings and efficiencies have continued to grow.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 10, 2024

Supply Chain Matters calls reader attention to a report by Bloomberg indicating that upwards of 14 percent of Apple iPhone production, equating to $14 billion, is now being produced within India. Background Throughout 2022 and 2023, we have highlighted for readers the various indications of Apple’s unfolding China Plus sourcing moves.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

A report by Nikkei Asia Technology indicates that Apple contract manufacturing services provider Foxconn is planning to incrementally expand iPhone production capacity within India. This facility is further reported to be the equivalent of a $1.54 billion facility, which is massive and implies more than just smartphone assembly.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 3, 2022

How to Hire in a Labor Shortage and Meet Customer Expectations. Overcoming Retail Labor Shortages with Technology. Source: Bloomberg.com. Leaked internal research reveals Amazon is at risk to run out of workers for its US warehouses by 2024. Labor Shortage Challenges. The Need for Corporate Retail Talent.

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OptiProERP

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Modern businesses rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to help them collect and organize financial and operational data in a shared database to promote efficiency, as they scale. From providing accurate, real-time information to automating business operations, ERP helps users navigate complex processes. . Procurement.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Highlights from the High-Tech Industry Summit Blue Yonder’s High-Tech Industry Summit, cosponsored by Microsoft and Ernst & Young LLP , brought together over 50 supply chain practitioners from 18 diverse high-tech companies to Microsoft’s Technology Center in Mountain View, California, in October. Kudos to the Micron team!

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QAD

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Updated: February 15, 2024 Published: March 25, 2021 If I think back to my childhood days and recall the shopping experience for food & beverage products, my first thoughts are about local grocery stores and smaller neighborhood specialty shops. That was the value chain. The consumer’s impact on the value chain has been huge.

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ThroughPut

MAY 21, 2024

The Partnership focuses on driving maximum optimization of both the supply chain and interwoven cold chain to improve sales, profit margins, output, safety, and traceability. PALO ALTO, CA, May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ThroughPut Inc. , PALO ALTO, CA, May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ThroughPut Inc. ,

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QAD

MAY 18, 2023

The automotive industry is undergoing a massive technological transformation toward vehicle electrification and the shift presents huge opportunities for manufacturers that do business in the US, especially since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act in August 2022. What’s in the Inflation Reduction Act’s New Clean Vehicle Credit?

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QAD

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

However, the standards of compliance are evolving to ensure greater accountability for corporations and their supply chains. In fact, corporate accountability plays a major role in meeting human rights and environmental protection standards. As of January 1, 2024 the law will extend to companies with 1,000 or more employees.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 20, 2020

Many pundits assert 5G and cognitive technologies — often referred to as artificial intelligence (AI) — should be added to the list of famous pairs. ”[1] As Rundle and Loten note, cognitive technologies and 5G have enormous potential on their own. ”[2] Cognitive technologies can also improve decision-making.

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ThroughPut

APRIL 17, 2024

The use of artificial intelligence in supply chain management is only gaining more and more momentum with each passing year. AI with its predictive capabilities is helping companies make more informed decisions, automate processes and optimize efficiency like never before. Supply Chain Tracking Has Evolved (Pretty) Fast!

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ThroughPut

JUNE 24, 2022

AI in the supply chain is here to stay and make waves in the years to come. According to Gartner, supply chain organizations expect the level of machine automation in their supply chain processes to double in the next five years. AI in Supply Chains – The Business Advantages.

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NC State SCRC

MAY 6, 2024

The term “supply chain management” quickly exploded into the public lexicon during COVID, at which time people would often heard saying “blame it on the supply chain”! Many of the ideas jelled during an engagement with Philips, the Dutch consumer electronics manufacturer.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 19, 2023

That assessment comes as a result of 10 months of subdued demand, inventory de-stocking, and high interest rates, the New Jersey-based company said in its “The GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index.” The drone was still hovering above as officers calmly drove up after the bikes were hidden to make arrests safely.

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