QAD

MARCH 30, 2023

Manufacturers may not think they have much in common with the retail companies beyond producing the products that stock store shelves, but there could be a lot to learn from the latter as the manufacturing headwinds of the last few years carry into 2023. What is RFID Technology? Walmart Has Embraced RFID Technology – Should You?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2023

It’s good to see these companies recognizing the impact of climate change, and changing their policies, sourcing, and manufacturing practices to reduce emissions. In 2005, the EU instituted a cap-and-trade system for businesses as a way to cut the emissions that drive climate change. Perhaps the biggest threat is rising sea levels.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. We look at 6 core areas that manufacturing companies will take a long look at as they gear up for a successful 2016. E-Commerce for Manufacturing. Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 8, 2020

On June 7, 2000, Dassault Systemes announced the creation of DELMIA, its new brand for e-Manufacturing. DELMIA consolidated Deneb, DELTA and SAFEWORK under a unique brand to become the premier brand for digital manufacturing and production solutions. An Amazing Journey Onward. An Amazing Journey Onward. 2010 Meet Teo & Sia!

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

The company has been on a supply chain transformation journey since 2005. It started in manufacturing and spread, step by step, to improvements in the way the company runs its supply chain. This manufacturer already has business continuity plans in place. across 17 different segments and customer personas. It takes time.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

I wrote my first report on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) while sitting on the floor in the Atlanta airport in 2005 when I was an AMR Research analyst. Sales and Operations Maturity Model from 2005-2008. Organizational alignment in manufacturing organizations is worse between operations and finance teams today than in 2013.

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

The fuel supply chain could be one of many chains affected by a hurricane, especially if the hurricane threatens the Gulf of Mexico hampering the oil fields like Katrina did in 2005. This powerful feature lets a supplier or manufacturer see what would happen if the ports all closed, or the delivery mechanisms could not embark.

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ToolsGroup

JULY 18, 2023

Combining world-leading technology with Nordic expertise, Optilon takes a holistic approach to planning and optimization for both retail and manufacturing companies, implementing market-leading solutions and processes. Optilon was founded in 2005 and is today active throughout the Nordic region with offices in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 12, 2021

Food manufacturers will find new opportunities in the alternative protein market as consumer demand surges for non-meat proteins: insect, plant and algae-based products, and ‘lab meat’ cultivated from animal cells. The demand for alternative proteins has surged in recent years, creating an opportunity for food manufacturers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

As the fabric suppliers require the longest lead times, ZARA approves designs & initiates manufacturing after it gets feedback from its stores. When Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast of the United States in 2005, Cisco executives created a business continuity-planning dashboard to mitigate risks. Case Study Resilience: CISCO.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

This new customer-centric reality is prompting manufacturers and retailers of all sizes to revisit their strategies and capabilities to succeed in this highly- dynamic, highly-uncertain, and highly-competitive environment. The nature of retail has indeed changed since 2005. million-square-foot distribution center in Merced, CA.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 13, 2021

As a result of the intensifying battle, more and more companies announced plans or are considering shifting manufacturing from China. As the pandemic hits globally, manufacturing in Vietnam is experiencing continued and unprecedented growth relative to other low-cost countries. .” Vestring et al. Organizing a visit.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 7, 2017

Only 7% of manufacturers are experimenting with cognitive computing. Advanced statistical modeling through the use of techniques like stochastic optimization, genetic algorithms, and Random Forest analysis drove improvements in supply chain planning in the period of 2005-2010. The peak of inflated expectations lies ahead.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 11, 2014

Dave joined Campbell Soup Company in 2005 after a 24-year career in product supply at Procter & Gamble. Our approach simply breaks accountabilities and goals across the areas of Manufacturing, Logistics/Network Optimization and Ingredients/Packaging. Dave asked his team to join him for the discussion. What have you learned?

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QAD

JANUARY 9, 2020

Manufacturing in Thailand. In addition, manufactured products in Thailand include textiles, beverages, tobacco products, cement, jewelry, appliances, computers automotive parts and agricultural equipment. . Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. About twice the size of the U.S. Tourism and services account for 55.6%

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 8, 2024

No company in either the household non-durable (consumer goods) or the food manufacturing group beat their peer group on the balanced scorecard of growth, inventory turns, operating margin, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) for 2013-2022. Look at the circular pattern of the results.” The paradigm needs to change to buck the trend.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 30, 2025

As a reference to our non-commercial aircraft industry readers, Spirits production facilities were once a part of Boeing s internal manufacturing operations and were spun off to be an independent supplier. As our readers are likely aware, Boeing has been challenged by a number of manufacturing quality control lapses that have cost the U.S.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 5, 2017

In the period of 2005-2010 I created research on the topic of demand-driven value networks as an analyst at AMR Research. 2) Demand-Driven Manufacturing. I hope to have one of their demand-driven manufacturing implementation leaders present at the Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. It is often out of sync with the market.)

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Processing Trade affects companies that import materials and components into China and use those materials and components to manufacture finished goods for export to foreign markets. I remember when I visited China in 2005 and I met with the CEO of a leading logistics service provider.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Over the years, various methodologies have emerged to address this need, including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and the integration of both known as Lean Six Sigma (LSS). al (2006) delved into the experiences of ten SMEs in the UK that embraced lean manufacturing. – Lastly, Not applicable to all industries.

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Resilinc

APRIL 30, 2024

1 Production delays Manufacturing facilities in the hurricane’s path may be damaged or forced to close, leading to production delays or stoppages. Power outages and infrastructure damage during hurricanes can have cascading effects on the supply chain, such as disruptions to manufacturing and distribution. Gulf Coast in August 2005.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 29, 2016

This research, released in 2005, gives a compelling view of a metrics hierarchy. To gain competitive economies of scale and drive the segmented response, the back office operations–procurement, manufacturing and transportation–are automated and effective. Tight Integration of Planning to ERP Improves Outcomes.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 10, 2021

Starting out as a Marketing Intern in Adelaide, Australia for a Fielders Steel Roofing, my international studies lead to an opportunity to work in Singapore in 2005. 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. .

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 4, 2024

Signs of Global Manufacturing Upturn Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® reportedly improved in May with output and new orders in indices on the rise. Rates of manufacturing contraction eased across Europe and in Japan. The May reading of 50.9 The May reading of 50.9

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2018

While I thaw out a bit, here are the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Tight Trucking Market Has Retailers, Manufacturers Paying Steep Prices (WSJ – sub. Happy New Year, everyone! Amazon shipped over 5 billion items with Prime in 2017 (TechCrunch). 30, a 3½-year high, DAT said.”.

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Supply Chains Rock

NOVEMBER 26, 2010

Here is a little parting gift for Gary from a photo shoot for a trade magazine back in 2005. Manufacturing Central. And for IBM we get an even stronger partner in Geodis as they look to grow their 3PL business globally. This photo didnt make it into the magazine, but I hung on to it for just the occasion. Good Luck Gary. SCM Lowdown.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 18, 2016

Manufacturers are Now Selling Directly to Consumers. Retailers can no longer have their heads in the sand, but neither can consumer products manufacturers. Note that apparel manufacturing is growing and apparel retail is declining. Manufacturers that want to have eCommerce capabilities are scrambling to catch-up.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

An interview with Toygar Narbay, Chairman of the Board at clothing manufacturer Narkonteks. Effective supply chain management has been vital in building a compelling offering – both as a manufacturer for leading international brands and in developing its own brand. Sonra 2005 y?l?nda, 2005’te TenCate için üretime ba?lad?k.”.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Lafley defined back in 2005. And it’s not just retailers that are transforming their networks, it’s manufacturers too — including P&G. I encourage you to watch the archive of the webinar for the full presentation, including the content presented by Brian Hodgson from Descartes. production to reach stores within 24 hours.”.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 5, 2015

With a strong manufacturing culture, much of the focus was on lean production systems. Now, based on this analysis, I can clearly see that P&G made incredible gains over competitors until 2005; but this performance could not be sustained. I started this research in 2012 with the writing of Bricks Matter , and it continues today.

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Supply Chains Rock

SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

For the first time since I started this blog in 2005 I will be posting an email from one of my fantastic readers. Manufacturing Central. Still not excited, well visit often and eventually you will be. Subscribe To. Thursday, September 29, 2011. Reader Email. ILOG Supply Chain Applications BLOG. Industrial Interface. SCM Lowdown.

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Logility

JANUARY 15, 2014

In 2005, I engaged with Sonoco Products, a packaging products and services company, to initiate some work on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). OI) is a $7 billion manufacturer of glass bottles while Sonoco Products is a $5 billion manufacturer of paper packaging. So, today, let me answer the question by telling a story.

S&OP 101

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Logility

JANUARY 15, 2014

In 2005, I engaged with Sonoco Products, a packaging products and services company, to initiate some work on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). OI) is a $7 billion manufacturer of glass bottles while Sonoco Products is a $5 billion manufacturer of paper packaging. So, today, let me answer the question by telling a story.

S&OP 100

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

The first moment of truth in retail, as coined in 2005 by former P&G President and CEO A.G. This is yet another example of how retailers and manufacturers are trying to find the right balance between delivering an enhanced customer experience and finding the optimal mix of inventory, transportation, and labor costs.

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QAD

MAY 6, 2025

According to Vlachopoulou and Manthou (2005), organizations frequently harbor fears of repeating past failures, which can create substantial barriers to the adoption of new technologie s. For example, I recently worked with a manufacturing SME in Salzburg that implemented an SRM system that was not well-aligned with their existing processes.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Freightos

MAY 10, 2015

I threw in a healthy dose of interesting (globalization, shipping trends and the business of logistics), a dash of history (the evolution of longitude), a sprinkle of next generation manufacturing (lean manufacturing) and some great company success stories (FedEx, Walmart. Ever hear of Lean Manufacturing? Got some suggestions?

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 28, 2016

The average manufacturing company’s supply chain organization is 15 years old. Each year at Supply Chain Insights , we study the progress of public companies in manufacturing, retail and distribution sectors. In the period of 2000-2005, many companies attempted to stimulate growth through increasing the size of commercial teams.

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