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Report- Hewlett Packard Modifying Global Sourcing Strategy

Supply Chain Matters

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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Slight Decline in April Global Production and Supply Chain Activity Levels

Supply Chain Matters

Suppliers continue to have capacity but work to improve lead times, due to their raw material supply chain disruptions.” That in-turn has raised perceptions that China is leveraging its excess capacity to flood export market sectors. ” Regarding the latter, the S&P U.S. index declined to a value of 50 from the 51.9

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Are Our Agri-Food Supply Chains In Crisis?

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Clustering allows for shorter agri-food supply chains and therefore lower costs, but also a source for synergy (through collaboration) and innovation. He has been the architect of agri-food clusters in Indonesia and Malaysia. These products are distributed back into the retail channel.

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Resilience and Agility in Supply Chains: Navigating Change in a Dynamic World

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

These changes can significantly impact supply chains by affecting sourcing strategies, trade routes, and market access. The scarcity of skilled professionals in areas such as logistics, procurement, and data analytics can hinder the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains.

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Global Wide Manufacturing Output Strengthens in March 2024

Supply Chain Matters

New order growth reportedly accelerated at the fastest in nearly three plus year, which is a likely indication that this region has become the new go-to for China Plus product sourcing strategies. This index is a compilation of seven termed ASEAN nations- Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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Bristlecone Flash – February 2019

Bristlecone

Typical results include a 5-10% increase in system response times, a 15-20% reduction in storage capacity and the development of a solid roadmap that enables future readiness. BRISTLECONE DEPLOYS SAP ARIBA STRATEGIC SOURCING SUITE. Download the Bristlecone Diagnostic Service brochure. Ask us how we can improve your bottom line.

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Global Production Levels Falling At the End of 2023

Supply Chain Matters

Suppliers continue to have capacity, Eighty-four percent of manufacturing gross domestic product (GDP) contracted in December, up from 65 percent in November. This index is a compilation of seven ASEAN nations- Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. by the end of the year.