QAD

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Transportation, scheduling and on-time delivery are important for any manufacturer and inventory manager to keep manufacturing and supply chain businesses running smoothly. Challenging the Status Quo for Disruption in Manufacturing. What do these two stories have to do with manufacturing and inventory management ?

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog features its latest full edition of This Week in Supply Chain Technology. This column serves as a news capsule of specific developments occurring in the supply chain technology sector. The action is termed an assignment for the benefit of the company’s creditors.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain basics. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. Key Takeaways – Supply Chain Basics. Technology.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

This week, the company announced a reversal in manufacturing and supply chain strategy, as well as a major turnabout. The company will henceforth outsource the manufacturing of its stationary exercise bikes and treadmills to a Taiwan based contract manufacturer. Pivot Toward Internal Manufacturing Presence.

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IQMS

MAY 27, 2020

Mar-Bal operates four manufacturing facilities in North America and a sales office in Shanghai, China. They manufacture thermoset composite products essential to the appliance, electrical distribution, and industrial marketplaces. Mar-Bal continues production under the guidelines set forth by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Mark expanded MacroPoint’s visibility technology into Mexico and got MacroPoint into shipper markets which enabled its acquisition by Descartes in 2017 for $107 Million. During his tenure, they went from $500M to $3B in sales. While at TQL, Mark developed a passion to optimize cross border transportation. Mark earned a B.S.,

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Sales of its equipment and connected workouts skyrocketed , but Peloton’s supply chain did not flex along with sales. With an understanding of what is required to return to our normal standards, we continue to invest in technology, manufacturing capabilities, and people to help us scale and meet the needs of all our customers.”.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Supply chain shortages abound. The supply chain impact is unprecedented. Linkedin Comment Donald Cavin Data Warehousing Consultant at Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute. We archive past events on the Supply Chain Insights Global Summit archives.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 22, 2022

”[3] He continues, “The past two years have been blighted by supply shortages — with just-in-time retailers struggling to ship their goods, electronics manufacturers staring down a shortage of computer chips, and supermarkets struggling to fill their shelves. 5) Improved supply chain operations.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2015

Many off-shore manufacturers have returned to the U.S., Those changes, along with high costs of transporting materials and finished goods to and from overseas locations, make the value of reshoring likely to become a compelling financial reality for many manufacturers. Engineering isn’t disconnected from manufacturing.

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6 River Systems

APRIL 23, 2019

The world of logistics is increasingly driven by technology , with artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things (IoT) and automation among the biggest logistics trends today. That said, there are many factors to consider when moving to an automated warehouse. Robert DeStefano. Rupy Sawhney. Katie Martinelli.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

But it’s not just about finance and production; the supply chain felt the tremors, too. The end of the strike meant a sudden upswing in demand, testing the agility and robustness of the supply chain. Let’s look at the agreement with GM, whose Ultium Cells plant in Warren, Ohio, is already UAW.

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Adexa

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Plan your Supply Chain with Uncertainty Planning is performed primarily to avoid risk as well as improve operational efficiency leading to higher gains in business and better customer satisfaction. Supply chain practitioners have always assumed demand side variability, but supply side remains mostly deterministic.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 10, 2016

Editor's note: This is a guest blog from our friend Adam Nager from the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation or ITIF. In this post, Adam discusses the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation or NNMI and how it relates to the Made in China 2025 initiative. . What Is National Network for Manufacturing Innovation?

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2022

” Supply Chain Management and Logistics. One of the persistent questions asked in the supply chain sector is what is the difference between supply chain management (SCM) and logistics? ” Journalist David Widdifield agrees that logistics is subset of supply chain management. .”

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Proxima

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

When supply markets, or customers behave unexpectedly those finely tuned business models come under stress, as do margins. Lots of things can happen because of supply chain disruption, but the most common, as we have seen over the last 2 years are stock shortages, longer lead times, and or cost/ price increases. Industry 4.0

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RFgen

JULY 9, 2017

Data integration is critical in today’s complex supply chain and Industry 4.0 the equivalent of digital transformation for manufacturing , and explained that adopting Industry 4.0 Looking down the road, this could even allow for machine autonomy within the manufacturing sector. environments. The growing Industry 4.0

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RFgen

JULY 9, 2017

Data integration is critical in today’s complex supply chain and Industry 4.0 the equivalent of digital transformation for manufacturing , and explained that adopting Industry 4.0 Looking down the road, this could even allow for machine autonomy within the manufacturing sector. environments. The growing Industry 4.0

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Resilinc

JULY 26, 2022

Despite the signs that global supply chains are rebalancing, shortages and delays of important components continue to weigh on revenues in some segments, such as PCs and smartphones. Strengths and weaknesses of PC makers’ supply chains varied by geographies, and those regional variations strongly influenced revenues for some firms.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 8, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters posting we provide highlights of manufacturing and supply chain developments involving electric vehicle automotive producers at the 2022 mid-year point. An added challenge has been the ramp-up of new manufacturing facilities in Austin, Texas and Berlin Germany. Volkswagen.

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AB&R

JANUARY 10, 2019

The great news about supply chain compliance is that AB&R® makes it a breeze. Supply chain compliance may include things such as employee labor laws, hazardous material handling, and environmental concerns. Labels and Supplies. A compliant barcode is just the first step to supply chain compliance.

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Bristlecone

JULY 25, 2019

Here’s a scenario: You, the Chief Supply Chain Officer, just received a call from your flagship store in Ohio saying they are running short of inventory. Before you know it, a simple gap in the supply-demand cycle has resulted in public backlash and worse, loss of customer confidence in your brand. was instrumental in –.

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NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

We were proud to host a group of 20 contract officers from a number of different US Air Force bases across the country, including Wright-Patterson (Ohio), Hill (Utah), Pope (NC), Charleston (SC), and several others. We hope to host more Air Force acquisition officers here on campus in the future!

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 11, 2019

Even though most have little-to-no IT support or technology, they dominate a mode of transportation that can’t be ignored. With the ELD mandate, some companies are plugging into ELD manufacturers and retrieving data off the ELD or the carrier’s system (which gets it from their own ELD devices). Small but mighty. This is not Bitcoin.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 24, 2015

Lots of supply chain and logistics news this week, so let’s go straight to the items that caught my attention: Amazon now ships to your Audi’s trunk ( USA Today ). UPS Brings Technology and Logistics Expertise to Study of Drone Use in Humanitarian Response. JDA “Writes the Book” on Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Retailers, manufacturers, and distributors all have warehouses. In some cases, automation brings goods to pack stations where workers stand for up to 10 hours a day packing out orders. Walmart is promising extra pay for supply chain employees who show up to all scheduled shifts. Warehouse Jobs Can Be Demanding.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 21, 2022

Supply Chain Matters Perspectives. Specifically noted: “ We are really at the tipping point right now in the semiconductor supply chain.” Five other semiconductor producers including Intel , with its announced investment in a new Ohio based production campus, are reportedly awaiting passage of this legislation.

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Resilinc

JANUARY 16, 2023

While a war would be bad enough, the consequences for global supply chains and the economies they support would also be disastrous because of Taiwan’s position as the largest supplier of semiconductors and source of. and its allies, “significantly reducing American technological, economic, and military advantages,” writes Matheny.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2021

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. I love projects that provide benefits across the end-to-end supply chain and for our customers.”.

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QAD

MAY 25, 2021

The new cell-to-pack design also makes it easier to streamline and scale the production of the new batteries—further dropping investment and manufacturing costs. A large implication of Tesla’s announcement is the guarantee that other OEMs and technology companies will be rushing to compete. billion factory in Ohio.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 16, 2015

Inventory optimization has always been a challenge while designing and planning a supply chain. Often companies believe they are holding too much inventory in their supply chain and view inventory optimization as inventory “reduction.” This process was inefficient and not scalable.

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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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Talking Logistics

MARCH 30, 2016

As shippers of all sizes expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations, they have to navigate the complexities involved with global transportation management. What are the main challenges global shippers face today? “It

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 1, 2021

If you are a small or mid-size company in manufacturing, agribusiness, retail or distribution, your transportation spend can be substantial. Additionally, you can ensure that your supply chain is smoother and more predictable – less production downtime, less stock outs, and better promise to delivery for your customers.

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EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

If you are a small or mid-size company in manufacturing, agribusiness, retail or distribution, your transportation spend can be substantial. Additionally, you can ensure that your supply chain is smoother and more predictable – less production downtime, less stock outs, and better promise to delivery for your customers.

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Welcome to Elementum’s Supply Chain Market Report. This monthly newsletter observes one or two important macro trends through the lens of Supply Chain Management. We review how those trends are likely to impact Supply Chain and what leaders can do to adjust. I mean, technology is advancing every single day.

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Elementum

AUGUST 31, 2022

Welcome to Elementum’s Supply Chain Market Report. This monthly newsletter observes one or two important macro trends through the lens of Supply Chain Management. We review how those trends are likely to impact Supply Chain and what leaders can do to adjust. I mean, technology is advancing every single day.

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