BlueYonder

JANUARY 24, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and webinars that we prepared for jointly. I have not seen that in the past 25 years being in the automotive industry. The same with Mercedes-Benz USA.

Automotive 69

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 69

Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 13, 2018

The report assesses the importance of 37 materials to the automotive and electronics industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks for those materials at industry levels.

Automotive 51

Automotive Sourcing Strategies Electronics Manufacturing Procurement 51

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 28, 2022

In this posting , with focus on Samsung Electronics. Samsung Electronics can often provide a meaningful bellwether for ongoing conditions across global semiconductor, high tech and consumer electronics supply networks. Electronic Display. based fab facilities will help to respond to expected future demand.

Electronics 52

Electronics Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

As I went from dealership to dealership researching potential vehicles that I would buy, I became aware of some very unusual circumstances, precipitated by an automotive chip shortage environment. The dependency of new vehicles on electronics is unequivocal and undeniable. What Does the Future Hold for the Automotive Chip Shortage?

Automotive 80

Automotive Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Software Supply Chain 80

QAD

APRIL 21, 2020

The onset of COVID-19 arrived at a time when the global automotive industry was already in a state of tumult, with suppliers and automakers looking at a future defined by electrification, autonomy, and connectedness. As a result, the seasonally adjusted annual rate ( SAAR ) for automotive production has dropped to 11.4

Automotive 112

Automotive Industry Industrial Negotiating Skills 112

The Network Effect

JANUARY 11, 2016

Overall, the future for the inbound automotive supply chain is subscription based software platform services in the cloud. If you’d like to know more on this and related subjects, I recommend you read the Automotive Inbound Supply Best Practices whitepaper. Today I want to conclude with a look ahead. .

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The Network Effect

APRIL 9, 2016

There’s a fascinating article at IndustryWeek on disruption in the automotive industry. Steve Kiefer, Vice president global purchasing and supply chain at General Motors, makes it clear that GM has been disrupting the automotive industry for over a 100 years. Read the full article: Disruption Old and New.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 25, 2018

A storm in the electronics industry is spreading into automotive, aerospace, healthcare industries and more — just about any supply chain that calls for electronic components.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 13, 2023

Trey is the Co-founder and CEO at Amplio , an Atlanta based tech firm that predicts and prevents material and parts shortage for companies in the electronic manufacturing space. Trey Closson is the Co-founder and CEO at Amplio, an Atlanta based tech firm builds supply chain resilience for electronics manufacturers. About Trey Closson.

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Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills Procurement Solutions 182

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

While electronics, automotive, and consumer goods’ supply chains promote their products, the food supply chain represents a basic human necessity–food. The food supply chain is unlike any other.

Food 265

Food Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Beverage 265

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 4, 2023

Eight supply chains – food, construction, fashion, fast-moving consumer goods, electronics, automotive, professional services and freight – account for more than 50% of global emissions.

Automotive 118

Automotive Supply Chain Consumer Goods Electronics 118

Roambee

JUNE 10, 2021

The automotive spare parts industry is a highly competitive domain. Spare parts manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers are continually battling demand-supply fluctuations, unclear demand signals, and friction in the automotive supply chain.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Automotive Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 26, 2022

In prior Supply Chain Matters automotive industry supply network commentaries, we have highlighted the challenges of innovative EV powered start-ups such as Tesla , Lucid Motors and Rivian Automotive. Background. Ford Motor Company was also an initial equity investor in Rivian. In the meantime, bear with us. .

Automotive 52

Automotive Resource Reduction Supply Chain Network Software Resources 52

Roambee

JUNE 10, 2021

The automotive spare parts industry is a highly competitive domain. Spare parts manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers are continually battling unclear demand signal, demand-supply fluctuations, and friction in the automotive supply chain.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Automotive Case Study Supply and Demand 52

QAD

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The automotive market is trading in the internal combustion engine (ICE) for battery-powered electric vehicles. The new demand for high-power, low-cost batteries has sparked interest in the tech sector, causing a dramatic entrance of newcomers to the automotive market. Market Drivers for the Automotive Battery.

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Automotive Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Modeling 95

QAD

OCTOBER 17, 2023

As we move from the leisurely days of summer to fall and peak demand season, I’m reminded that the automotive supply chain is changing just as rapidly as the seasons do. We’re also thrilled that our podcast continues to attract distinguished guests who are central to the automotive supply chain’s past, present and future.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design 98

Material Handling & Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The automotive sector may become unrecognizable in time, driven by Industry 4.0 The automotive logistics sector is undergoing fundamental change as manufacturers and suppliers adjust to new technology. . The automotive logistics sector is undergoing fundamental change as manufacturers and suppliers adjust to new technology. .

Automotive 74

Automotive Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Logistics 74

The Network Effect

AUGUST 21, 2015

Considering the lengthy set of detailed logistics requirements for an automotive supplier list in the balance of this section, one needs to wonder how an optimal level of analytics, visibility, and control could have been provided using legacy systems.

Automotive 100

Automotive Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Optimization 100

QAD

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In the case of this QAD automotive customer using QAD ERP in the cloud, it wasn’t all that hard. The leading Tier 1 automotive supplier fully automates the customer-to-supplier demand process, that “impossible scenario,” with QAD Manufacturing Requirements Planning ( MRP ). This global automotive supplier did just that.

Supply Chain Software 94

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Energy, Chemicals 174.06% Sport, Entertainment, Recreation 123.14% Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) 115.18% Electronics, telecommunications, Electrical & Electronic components 89.94% Food 58.88% Clothing, Footwear, Accessories 56.71% Automotive and Automotive supplies 18.89% Building and construction -41.56%.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction New Zealand Price Reduction 52

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years. Damage Alerts for Electronics Shipments. Automotive Supply Chain Optimization. About Krenar Komoni. Chemicals Condition Monitoring. Handling Damage Monitoring. Port Delays. Equipment Delivery Monitoring.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 19, 2012

After a dark period of retrenchment caused by the economic downturn of 2008-2009, automotive companies across the globe are now investing to solve some of the most interesting challenges in supply chain management. Despite significant investments and improvements over the years, these challenges remain in most automotive companies.

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Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Demand Planning Software 66

QAD

AUGUST 4, 2021

While having your groceries, takeout, and new electronics delivered to your doorstep may provide an added convenience for you, what you don’t see is how that small, yet significant change, is sending a ripple of disruption in supply chains across all industries. . When was the last time you had a package or food delivered to your doorstep?

Resource Reduction 98

Resource Reduction Material Savings Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy 98

QAD

JUNE 8, 2021

The good news is, according to an April 2021 survey conducted by Automotive News Research & Data Center , 42% of automakers and parts suppliers say they will change the way they manage supply chain risk due to the current global shortage of microchips. Insufficient deployment of demand down through the supply chain. In addition to 6.2.1.7,

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Supply Chain Software Automotive Demand Planning Software Forecasting Software 97

QAD

MAY 30, 2023

Change is constant in the automotive world and Cathy Fisher of Quistem, Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I strongly believe that building a resilient supply chain requires the work of so much more than one company or a few thought leaders. We call this fail fast — adopt a change, then start moving forward,” shares Jovani.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 98

Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Electric vehicle start-ups Rivian Automotive and Lucid Group having reported Q4 and 2023 full year financial and operational performance, continue to show signs of supply chain and production challenges. The ability to ramp up and sustain manufacturing output is a further challenge in order to generate needed cash to sustain operations.

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QAD

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Episode #41: Preparing for Post-Strike Success in Automotive Supply Chains The strike between the UAW and General Motors , Ford and Stellantis is over and Cathy, Jan and I couldn’t be more relieved – but we’re still feeling a bit anxious, and I bet you are, too.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Supply Chain Nation recently sat down with Automotive Logistics Group Publisher, Louis Yiakoumi, about the hot topics in this industry. In Part II he will cover what automotive companies are doing to overcome those challenges. SCN: What are companies doing to overcome the key challenges facing the automotive industry?

Automotive 60

Automotive Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Pricing Training 60

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2022

Damage Alerts for Electronics Shipments. Automotive Supply Chain Optimization. In additional to medical and pharma, Tive provides solutions for the following supply chain problem areas: Location Tracking for High-Value Goods. Chemicals Condition Monitoring. Handling Damage Monitoring. Port Delays. Equipment Delivery Monitoring.

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NC State SCRC

JULY 6, 2022

We hear a lot about the shortage of semiconductors these days in the news, and the complaints are especially loud in the automotive sector. Recent reports suggest that in 2010 27% of vehicles relied on electronics that includes semiconductors. Why are we so short of semiconductor chips? Well, as we all know, demand spiked.

Taiwan 59

Taiwan Automotive Electronics Columbus 59

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Unique Differences What makes these talks unique is the backdrop of an industry that has embarked on a rather expensive transformation to electric powered vehicles and component supply networks that include batteries and other electronic components. These particular negotiations may likely need the intervention of an outside arbiter.

Negotiating Skills 59

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Pricing Training Purchasing Training 59

Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Sensata is a major manufacturer of automotive sensors, with major customers such as Continental AG, BMW, Bosch, Nissan, Caterpillar and others. Sensata has a stated intention of continuing to be the low cost manufacturer of high quality automotive sensors. Working in the automotive sector is not easy.

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement Automotive 60

o9 Solutions

MARCH 2, 2023

As one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive industry, Marelli has a well-established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. The automotive industry still feels the ramifications of the volatile and fast changing markets over the last few years.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Software Scenario Planning 52

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Tive ’s pharma compliance is outlined below: FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 compliance: Ensures electronic records can be trusted in the same way as handwritten records. Damage Alerts for Electronics Shipments. Automotive Supply Chain Optimization. Chemicals Condition Monitoring. Handling Damage Monitoring. Port Delays.

Real-time Visibility 130

Real-time Visibility Pharmaceutical Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 130

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Krenar Komoni has developed breakthrough ideas in data analytics, logistics, and electronics design for nearly 20 years. Damage Alerts for Electronics Shipments. Automotive Supply Chain Optimization. About Krenar Komoni. Tive provides solutions for the following supply chain problem areas: Location Tracking for High-Value Goods.

Supply Chain Design Software 147

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

In recent Supply Chain Matters commentaries focused on automotive industry supply networks, we have focused on how the ongoing global wide shortage of semiconductor logic devices continues to provide noteworthy manufacturing, supply chain as well as financial impacts. Background. Development. Broader Industry Perspectives.

Cost Reduction Strategies 59

Cost Reduction Strategies Agile and Lean Supply Chain Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

Some of the major industries and sectors that are affected by the port closure are: Automotive industry: The Port of Baltimore is the largest auto port in the country, handling about 800,000 vehicles per year.

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