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How is the Logistics Economy Holding Up?

Logistics Viewpoints

Source: J.P. However, imports of industrial supplies appear to be declining. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI compiles data from S&P Global and other sources from countries across the globe and weighs the countries based on annual manufacturing value added. The HCOB Germany PMI , which registered 39.6

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How a Disruption in Gas Imports From Russia Could Affect Global Supply Chains

SCM Research

Robert Habeck, Germany’s Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, therefore activated the early warning stage of the country’s gas emergency plan yesterday. The Economic Effects for Germany of a Stop of Energy Imports From Russia , examines the economic impact on Germany.

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The Counter to Constant Supply Chain Volatility Is Pervasive Visibility and Industry Collaboration

Logistics Viewpoints

The surging Delta virus, devastating floods in China and Germany and cyber attacks on South African ports are amongst the latest in a series of events that continue to send shock waves throughout the system. For more than a year, global supply chains have been buffeted by one major disruption after another. The impact? He lives in Chicago.

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Top 8 Industries Affected by The Red Sea Crisis in January 2024

Resilinc

The latest updates on shipping delays in the Red Sea in January 2024, including which businesses and industries have been impacted. As a result, many industries, companies, and products have been impacted—threatening global supply chains. Which industries and companies are currently impacted in January 2024?

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Supply Chain Impacts from Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Logistics Viewpoints

For example, Volkswagen is halting production at two electric vehicle plants in Germany as a result of interruptions of components sourced from Ukraine. Its largest export markets are Russia, China, Germany, Poland, and Italy. According to The Spectator , Ukraine “occupies a niche at the very heavy end of the industry.”

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Behind Toyota’s 2021 U.S. win? A better sourcing strategy

Resilinc

As detailed by WSJ’s Tokyo-based automotive industry reporter Sean McLain , Toyota embraced just-in-time (JIT) inventory management after an executive took a late 1950s visit to the United States and marveled at how supermarkets kept store shelves stocked without massive inventory stockpiles. The post Behind Toyota’s 2021 U.S.

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How Arena Helps Nascent UAM Industry Take Flight

Arena Solutions

With the increasing concerns for a sustainable environment, smart city initiatives for urban infrastructure, and a demand for alternative modes of transportation within municipalities, the UAM industry is projected to grow from USD 2.6 Another challenge facing the UAM industry is product complexity. billion in 2022 to USD 28.3