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The 7 Best Events For Freight Shipping in 2015

GlobalTranz

7 of the Best Freight Shipping Events to Attend in 2015. Check out some of the country’s top freight shipping conferences and events for the rest of 2015: Can innovative technology, new business models and eCommerce re-boot the business of logistics? Fleet Safety Conference Shaumberg, Illinois; July 13-15. Download the Brochure.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Alexander Hamilton: A US Manufacturing Visionary

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Editor's Note: This is a blog and infographic from The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). manufacturers to help the>m create and retain jobs, increase profits, and save time and money. Alexander Hamilton: The First Government Expert & Champion on Manufacturing.

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Ooh, Scary Stuff, Kids. Tales from the Supply Chain Crypt.

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Often, unexpected events such as suppliers failing to deliver, software glitches and even Mother Nature can wreak havoc with even the best supply chains. In October 2015, it was a frightening thought for fans of falls’ favorite flavor. The reason: Illinois produces about 90% of sugar pumpkins each year.

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Two Million Vacant Manufacturing Jobs by 2025…How Can We Tackle the Skills Gap?

GlobalTranz

Approximately 60 percent of today's unfilled manufacturing jobs are due to a shortage of applicants with sufficient proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and math ( STEM ) skills. IMPO Executive Editor, Anna Wells provides insights into the complicated issue in her article “Why The Manufacturing Skills Gap Is Serious”.

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How will U.S. Ban on Microbeads Affect CPG Manufacturing

RFgen

Introducing a new product into supply chain logistics management will require certain risks. On December 28, the Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015 was signed into law , according to Consumerist. manufacturers will no longer be allowed to use tiny plastic materials called microbeads in health, hygiene and beauty products.

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How will U.S. Ban on Microbeads Affect CPG Manufacturing

RFgen

Introducing a new product into supply chain logistics management will require certain risks. On December 28, the Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015 was signed into law , according to Consumerist. manufacturers will no longer be allowed to use tiny plastic materials called microbeads in health, hygiene and beauty products.

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Independence Day 2019

Enterra Insights

According to Bruce Kraig, a hot dog historian and professor emeritus at Roosevelt University in Illinois, the term “hot dog” can be traced to German immigrants who had enjoyed dachshund sausages in their homeland. ” The hot dog supply chain. When poultry hot dogs are made, poultry trimmings are used.”

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