Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 6, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels. Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® which began 2022 at an expansion value of 54.2, Morgan Manufacturing PMI® which began 2022 at an expansion value of 54.2, The S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI® had a December value of 46.2,

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Figure 1: Identifying gaps in supply chain competency Overall Findings from three segments of industry were identified namely logistics, manufacturing and trading. Manufacturing Industry: The manufacturing industry faces challenges stemming from material and labour shortages due to pandemic-related lockdowns.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Supply Chain Matters provides our monthly highlights commentary and perspectives on published monthly global manufacturing PMI and supply chain activity indices. Now, with September and full Q3 reporting available, global manufacturing activity has officially fallen below the 50.0 Global Wide Production Activity. represented a 0.5

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

Companies are realising that high dependency on global sourcing from the cheapest source is a dangerous strategy in securing supply and continuity of manufacturing operations. The human factor out of manufacturing and logistics. The future of manufacturing and logistics is not anymore people centric, but technology centric!

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 5, 2024

Slight Rise in Global Wide Production Activity Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® was headlined with back-to-back expansion levels in February. The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI® rose from 56.5 Manufacturing Among the two reported PMI reports relative to U.S.

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Resilinc

JULY 20, 2021

In the decades since, Linton and his teams at IBM, LG, Flex and other companies have driven billions in annual procurement to China and other Asian countries, helping to create the Asia-centric manufacturing supply chains of today. based manufacturers will still need a strong supply base from friendly countries.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 11, 2022

Tompkins Ventures is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with partners spanning Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Central America, China, Germany, Indonesia, Israel, Panama, Mexico, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States. Reshore and nearshore supply chains and manufacturing to increase resiliency – the anti-brittle supply chain.

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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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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

In extreme cases, firms simply state that a product comes from one country when, in actual fact, it was manufactured in a country that is impacted by the higher tariff being imposed. Alternatively, you may want to relocate – totally or in part – where your product is manufactured. This practice is illegal. Free trade agreements (FTAs).

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 26, 2021

Whether to relocate supply or manufacturing from China to another low-cost country or switch to a near-shoring or re-shoring strategy is not a decision to take lightly. Nike: The world-famous sportswear brand has been moving manufacturing from China to some African and Southeast Asian countries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2023

South and east Asia, as well as the Pacific region are expected to benefit most from the change, with India, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia receiving particular mentions, followed by rivals in Latin America. Almost 75% expected supply chain restructuring to negatively impact China’s economy much more than any other country.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 8, 2024

Global Production Continues to Contract Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® ended 2023 on a noted lackluster footing. Manufacturing production reportedly contracted at a slightly quicker pace in December, dashing hopes for a point of stabilization. The December reading of 49.0

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Resilinc

JANUARY 8, 2024

Extreme weather like this would damage manufacturing and transportation infrastructure in the U.S. Industries heavily reliant on a stable power supply may face disruptions, affecting manufacturing processes and the supply chain. the largest major manufacturing area in the U.S. and key regions worldwide.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In our prior highlights and perceptions of September and October published indices , we observed that the numbers once again signaled continued contraction in global manufacturing output and product demand levels. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. in November.

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Supply Chain Movement

JANUARY 5, 2016

The manufacturing sector is in the midst of a period of great change. JDA’s Manufacturing Pulse report examining consumer industries has revealed that in the last 12 months, more than two-fifths (42%) of European adults have bought goods directly from a manufacturer. Manufacturing Pulse Report 2016. Choose country.

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

The fledgling country was troubled by an insurgency, confrontations with Indonesia, the Philippine’s claim on Sabah and then Singapore’s withdrawal in 1965. Despite the years of political turmoil, the country was able to diversify its economy to include robust manufacturing, services and a thriving tourism industry. of the GDP.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

In APAC, the concept of innovative-Automation has made OMRON create immense value for the manufacturing segment by solving varied issues in multifarious sectors such as automotive, food & beverage, FMCG, digital and logistics to name just a few. This scale up is in sync with the transformation being witnessed by the manufacturing world.

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QAD

APRIL 14, 2020

Located in southeastern Asia between Malaysia and Indonesia, Singapore is made up of a series of islands. Manufacturing in Singapore. Singapore has attracted major investments in advanced manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical technology and pharmaceutical production. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Disruptions cause supply chain uncertainty Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in Asia continue to see strong demand for trade supply. For instance, sourcing of raw materials for battery manufacturing may become the next great supply problem as automakers bet big on electrification in 2023.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 10, 2021

I packed my (one) bag to start a considerable journey into becoming a Supply Chain Professional from the manufacturing floor up, with Detmold (Detpak) Packaging. . I took up a role to develop and facilitate the regional S&OP program for BlueScope steel, spanning, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides monthly highlight commentary and perspectives on published January 2023 global manufacturing PMI and supply chain activity indices. Our previous posting in this series of global wide manufacturing PMI highlights was in early January summarizing both December and Q4-2022 reported indices data. increased 0.4

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 20, 2020

COVID-19 and the Future of China Sourcing and Manufacture. But global dependence on Chinese manufacturing is mind-boggling…. The overriding reason for this China-dependence is the cost factor, and weaning manufacturing away from that country comes at a hefty price. Alternative Manufacturing Hubs: Asia’s Promise.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In India, the national Production Linked Incentive (PLI) is set to encourage domestic EV manufacturing—and this is just a glimpse of the latest policies worldwide. Nickel in Electric Car Batteries Top Consumers and Producers of Nickel Indonesia is the world’s foremost nickel producer, accounting for 37% of global production.

Alloy 58

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Vinculum

OCTOBER 16, 2020

As is in other parts of the world, Online sales volume increased in Indonesia as well. The sellers and manufacturers are capitalizing on the burgeoning demand for the various categories of individuals. Here are few steps which you may look at before selling online in Indonesia. Buy or manufacture? Manufacture.

Indonesia 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2024

Among the upcoming plans is the establishment of manufacturing capabilities for megawatt-scale polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolyzers dedicated to producing green hydrogen. Now, Hyundai is also actively involved in establishing the hydrogen value chain within Indonesia. Currently, PEM electrolyzers are approximately 1.5

Asia 233

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Major Trends: Volatile Production, Capacity Crisis & The Need for EV Automotive manufacturing is experiencing a huge global transformation compared to the past. Let’s take a look at today’s vehicle production and distribution market and how companies are overcoming these challenges.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In conjunction with the summit meeting of G-20 leaders held in Indonesia , the International Monetary Fund (IMF) indicated that the expected 2023 economic outlook appears gloomier that that forecasted just last month. These survey-based measures gauge the momentum of manufacturing and services activity.”.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 25, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights a breaking news development involving Tesla’s existing Nevada based Gigafactory that will be of interest to Automotive EV manufacturers and their supply networks. His 2018 effort led to a Securities and Exchange Commission settlement and this consequent shareholder lawsuit. More to come.

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Locus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

A legacy enriched by global outreach in sourcing, manufacturing, refining, logistics, and more, one of the reasons for FKS Group’s diverse business growth is its strong commitment to logistics and infrastructure and a profound understanding of regional market dynamics. The result? Delays and tangible customer dissatisfaction.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I was on the phone with Australia, China, Indonesia – really everywhere – trying to negotiate directly with suppliers. Many of their suppliers were using the same sub-tier manufacturers. “We luckily were never in a situation where our staff had to go without personal protection equipment or had to use makeshift products.”

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

While this will help engineering and manufacturing companies borrow to increase investment and ease inflation on domestic costs (and for their sales), it could lead to a weaker dollar, particularly to the yen. manufacturing exports but will reduce purchasing power for imported materials, components, and equipment.”[6]

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Material Handling & Logistics

JANUARY 2, 2018

Firms expressed discomfort as euro-area manufacturing growth accelerated to a record in December, capping a solid year for industry. Global growth also got a boost from a solid reading in China’s manufacturing sector. Car manufacturers are among those who have ramped up supply or felt the pressure of demand.

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The Network Effect

OCTOBER 30, 2015

For example, take a company that manufactures product in the US based on components supplied from Indonesia. Network collaboration means that as the supplies are ready for dispatch in Indonesia, the US operation is notified immediately. The Industry Operating Backbone can provide additional benefits as well. It probably could.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In our prior highlights and perceptions of September and Q3-2023 published indices , we observed that the numbers once again signaled added contraction in global manufacturing output and product demand levels. 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

MARCH 7, 2023

The alternative supply chain or “ Altasian” is defined as countries consisting of Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, India, the Philippines , Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Bangladesh. One example indicated was that U.S. One example indicated was that U.S. The report further indicates that India with 1.4

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The August numbers once again signal a continued downturn in global manufacturing conditions as output and new order rates continue to fall. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. The three specific regions of concern are the Eurozone, United Kingdom along with Taiwan.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2021

HarbisonWalker International Manufactures and Distributes Refractory Products. But refractories are used in a wide variety of industries, particularly manufacturing industries with high temperature or corrosive production processes. It also includes information taken from HWI’s web site. Monolithics are unshaped refractory products.

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