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Promo Industry Can Take a Punch, Stand Ready for the Next Blow

QAD

For the 10 years between 2007 and 2017, the promotional products businesses grew steadily. Then in 2018, the industry got the first unexpected blow to the gut — the 25% import tax levied by the US government on merchandise imported from China. Multi-warehouse manager. The First Blow — Tariffs and Fluctuating Prices.

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How We Stubbed Our Toe in The Evolution of S&OP

Supply Chain Shaman

Industries carried on average 32 days more inventory in 2020 than in 2007. (I I am shocked to see how the lack of governance–clarity on who and how to make decisions–derails well-intended processes. Without clear governance, customer data never sees the light of day. I give you this evidence in this blog.).

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Maintaining a Healthy Supply Chain in the Vitamin and Supplement Industry

RFgen

Recent news indicates the vitamin and supplement industry may come under stricter government oversight related to labeling and inventory management in the near future. Food and Drug Administration found at least two instances per week of tainted vitamins or supplements sold to the public from 2007 to 2015.

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Maintaining a Healthy Supply Chain in the Vitamin and Supplement Industry

RFgen

Recent news indicates the vitamin and supplement industry may come under stricter government oversight related to labeling and inventory management in the near future. Food and Drug Administration found at least two instances per week of tainted vitamins or supplements sold to the public from 2007 to 2015.

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Top Automotive Mobile Barcoding Software Success Stories

RFgen

Outside stressors like global demand deflation, labor shortages, and increased government regulations also mean tight margins for many. technology like LGVs, robots/co-bots, and more for a connected warehouse. Accurately forecasting inventory amounts for end customers or spare parts is even more challenging. Improved customer service.

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6 Strategies for Better Supply Chain Management in the Current Economy

Oracle SCM

The years from 2007 through 2009 were notable for their economic volatility, reflected not only in the global economic recession but also the instability of customer demand and rapid movement in raw material, fuel, and commodity prices. By Maha Muzumdar. Original version published in APICS Extra , July 2010. Agility is the name of the game.

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Supply Chain Uncertainties Leave Industries on Edge

Intelligent Audit

According to Bloomberg , “ Egg prices shot up almost 40% in August from a year ago — the biggest jump since 2007 — while fruits and vegetables increased 9.4%, and dairy and related products saw a 16.2% This steep rise in prices isn’t limited to flour, but has quickly spread to other consumer must-haves.