GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

2016 - $7 billion. Simply using common calendar tools, such as Google, means you are using the IoT, but the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) leads to the use of connected, smart devices to reduce inefficiencies, delays, and inaccuracies throughout the product lifecycle, including procurement as well. Warehouse Management.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

A Quick Recap of Recent Trends in Manufacturing Technology to Think About 2017. Although apps and smart devices will make an impact in manufacturing technologies this year, a few other recent trends in manufacturing technology will dramatically redefine industry standards. Green Manufacturing Will Replace Existing Methodologies.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2016

Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. manufacturers re-evaluating their reliance on China. manufacturers re-evaluating their reliance on China. Walmart added new functionality that lets sellers purchase shipping labels for domestic orders on its marketplace. Walmart SWW currently offers FedEx and USPS shipping.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 12, 2015

This is the first post in a two part series on the “Changing Face of Manufacturing.” ” We have many manufacturing shipper customers, and we love to create content of value for them on such subjects as best practices in logistics or trends around the supply chain. Drop in the price of crude oil.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

How often do you hear the term, “productivity in manufacturing?” Today we will talk about how supply chain mobility will aid in this pursuit, but first let's take a look at what it means to manufacturers. Each of these definitions applies to a manufacturer’s ability to produce a surplus of a product.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2016

How the Internet has transformed the manufacturing and order fulfillment process is no small secret. However, the realm of e-commerce for manufacturing companies is rapidly growing, and modern manufacturers are starting to see a shift from business-to-consumer (B2C) sales to business-to-business (B2B) sales.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Globally ten percent of jobs are in manufacturing, while 37% are associated with supply chain management. The discipline, first defined in 1982, includes source, make, deliver, and planning functions. Kinaxis Purchase of Rubikloud. The Rubikloud acquisition was a $60M cash purchase. Reflection. The Market Response.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

This shortage and sudden uptick in demand weren’t something that most can manufacturers were prepared for. For instance, the recycling rate in California for cans made from aluminum has fallen to a mere 20% from 91% in 2016 and 73% in 2021. Continued scarcity and overbuying have led to a perennial shortage.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends. A 2016 Accenture survey, reports RF Gen , explained how more companies are taking advantage of AI benefits through linked supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon has launched Amazon Air , its dedicated air cargo fleet, in India as the e-commerce giant bulks up its logistics infrastructure in the key overseas market where it has deployed more than $6.5 in 2016 with over three dozen Boeing freighter aircrafts. Amazon launched Air in the U.S.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The introduction of E-Procurement: Price and availability are not the only factors to be considered in a purchasing decision, especially now that a strong supply chain has become an unmissable element for every company in today’s business climate (Namulo, 2017).

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In our research, we find that 72% of planners primarily depend on Excel and desktop analysis despite the rollout of advanced platforms for planning in 92% of manufacturers with greater than 5B$ in revenue. At the end of the presentation, I asked Allyson her perspective on open source analytics. The question is, “Why?”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 31, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. percent annual growth rate from 2016 through 2022. crumbling infrastructure and manufacturing. The post This Week in Logistics News (March 25 – 31) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Less than 1 percent of the Bentonville workforce currently meets that standard.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

Industry Week, March, 2016). LEAN, Supply Chain Optimization, Logistics, Warehouse and Cost Reduction Consultant. Twitter Google+ LinkedIn The post How to Sustain a Lean Culture in Manufacturing & Supply Chain appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Flex is eight (8) years into its Lean journey.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

ARC defines the warehouse automation market according to a number of qualifications and dimensions to deliver a well-defined measure, with numerous segmentations, allowing those that purchase the research to understand what is being measured, and to easily extrapolate the findings to support their strategic planning needs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 30, 2023

goods and services trade deficit increased to $679 billion in 2020, compared to $481 billion in 2016. It is not just US tool manufacturers that are affected. The goal is to set China’s chip manufacturing industry back by at least a decade. Foxconn is Apple’s key contract manufacturing partner. But the combined U.S.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The election is over, but the race is just starting for logistics providers. From Amazon to hyper-local retailers, 2017 will be a year of intense scrutiny and pressure on logistics providers. Fortunately, your organization can get ahead of the learning curve by knowing what trends in logistics to watch for this year.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

The current state of logistics is our malady. I find no agency or entity trying to find a holistic solution to global logistics. Value networks do not interoperate and the business leader trying to track shipments must manually sync multiple data sources to get to answers. The health of the supply chain underpins our economy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2021

Dr. Alexandros Skandalakis – the Director Global Manufacturing Capacity, Strategic Assets and Capital Expenditures at Philip Morris Products S.A. This was done at a stock keeping unit level and for the entire manufacturing supply chain. Once the analysis was done for Year One set up, Year Two was pretty much the same.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. We have already covered the top 6 trends for 2016 in manufacturing. 2016 Supply Chain Trends: The First 7 of 12.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

The inner workings of logistics at Amazon are a marvel of efficiency, precision, and constant innovation. We’ll explore their logistics empire, from warehouse robots to futuristic visions, and discover how they manage millions of packages daily. Ever wonder how Amazon gets your package to your door so quickly?

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friend Kelli Harris, a consultant and recent college graduate in Logistics Management. Today, Kelly shares the top 14 Logistics and Supply Chain Management training programs and courses available in 2016. 2) Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management at Western Washington University.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. What will happen in 2016? Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. How will transportation, inventory, and sourcing policy decisions change in light of this cheap oil environment?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

While this is not exactly the best news to hear, it’s time to move on to this week’s logistics news. Walmart said it is now more committed to embedding sustainability into every conversation it has with suppliers, service partners, store and club managers, truck manufacturers and other important parts of its massive supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Earlier this week, FedEx announced a partnership with eight historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to build a pipeline of logistics and supply chain professionals. To import products from the region, companies will have to document that they aren’t sourced from forced labor.

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Elementum

JUNE 6, 2016

Mexico may become the global manufacturing nerve center if the country plays its cards right. According to Deloitte’s 2016 Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index, Mexico ranks number eight out of 40 countries including Canada, Sweden, and Vietnam. These advantages give the country an edge over, say, China and Brazil.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 1, 2016

Today marks the official halfway point of 2016 and that means it's time for our "Top Posts for the first half of the year" annual event. We will feature our 5 main categories all week: Logistics , Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Transportation , and Freight. 5 Most Popular Freight Blog Posts of 2016.So We hope you enjoy!

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 14, 2016

Innovations in technology are changing how the world does business, and technology is dramatically changing how entities in the logistics industry function in nearly every aspect. Now, it's easy to think of technology as being a manufacturer-only realm. The Use Of Autonomous Vehicles & Drones Will Increase.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 25, 2016

This morning, we announced the Supply Chains to Admire Winners and Finalists for 2016. The source data for the analysis is public reporting of balance sheets and income statements. Five months of analysis. Lots of heated debates. It is now over. Why do we do it? For details check out the full report on Supply Chain Insights.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Probably the same guy who predicted it 23 years ago, Michael Lee, who wrote in his 1993 high school yearbook , “Chicago Cubs 2016 World Champions. ” Or @RaysFanGio on Twitter, who sent out this tweet 2 years ago : 2016 World Series. Cloud Logistics Brings TMS to Europe Through Partnership with Inolog. Cubs vs Indians.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 1, 2016

With many folks taking off early for the holiday weekend, I’ll just go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: Exporters Wary as Shipping Safety Rule [SOLAS] Kicks In (WSJ – sub. Companies like XPO Logistics Inc. Companies like XPO Logistics Inc. Infor Acquires Predictix.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 15, 2016

May their memory continue to be a source of strength and comfort to their families and friends and us all. Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon ‘in talks over Hahn Airport base’ ( Lloyd’s Loading List ). London’s Delivery Cube “pauses” logistics operations to focus on tech platform ( TechCrunch ).

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

It has been further spurred by the trend of nearshoring over the last decade, as American companies have relocated their manufacturing facilities to Mexico to take advantage of a skilled workforce, improving infrastructure, and proximity to the United States. Mexico Logistics appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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RFgen

JULY 11, 2016

Offshoring offers manufacturers many supply and labor benefits, but it can also present supply chain logistics management obstacles. Forbes explained how Mexico is currently undergoing manufacturing growth that makes the country an ideal candidate for production. auto manufacturing giant that wants to get into the hybrid game.

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RFgen

JULY 11, 2016

Offshoring offers manufacturers many supply and labor benefits, but it can also present supply chain logistics management obstacles. Forbes explained how Mexico is currently undergoing manufacturing growth that makes the country an ideal candidate for production. auto manufacturing giant that wants to get into the hybrid game.

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Supply Chain Movement

JANUARY 6, 2016

Supply Chain Movement helps you along with an overview of the most important European supply chain events in 2016. Last updated on January 6th , 2016. 14th annual Cool Chain & Controlled Room Temperature Logistics Europe. 17th European Logistics CIO Forum. RLCON 2016. eWorld Purchasing & Supply.

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