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Successful Strategic Sourcing Engagement? What’s Next?

QAD

I caught up with a former colleague recently to discuss her procurement project which comprised a year-long strategic sourcing engagement. During the project, she was able to rationalize the supply base, boost procurement efficiencies and drive positive financial results. Gain Efficiencies with Automation.

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ERP Aids Your Sustainability Initiatives

QAD

Sustainable manufacturing refers to the ability to manage manufacturing operations “in an environmentally and socially responsible manner,” according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. In their 2020 sustainability report, Whirlpool announced record low levels of energy and water intensity in their plants.

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Common issues and challenges facing manufacturers in 2021

USC Consulting Group

We can all agree that 2020 was quite the tumultuous year for manufacturing, and for most every other industry out there. We’ve all had to pivot on a dime to accommodate COVID-19 workplace protocols and procedures, and that one change alone hit manufacturing especially hard. Yes, we’ve been through a trial by fire.

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The Failings of Lean Manufacturing Principles

Elementum

How Continuous Improvement Gutted the Global Supply Chain? Despite its promise for continuous improvement over time, we’ll see that a singular focus on costs and reduced waste has had serious unintended consequences. How Continuous Improvement Gutted the Global Supply Chain?

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Big Data, Analytics, and Industry 4.0

Enterra Insights

The BCG analysts explain, “Today, another workforce transformation is on the horizon as manufacturing experiences a fourth wave of technological advancement: the rise of new digital industrial technologies that are collectively known as Industry 4.0.” So, it’s not a question of if but when AI will become the norm in the manufacturing sector.

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6 Manufacturing Trends to Watch Out for in 2016

GlobalTranz

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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Digital transformation for Africa’s manufacturing and distribution CIO and CFO

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

regional research into manufacturing and distribution companies during the Covid-19 period to date. Is it wait, see, and survive, or should companies seek efficiencies, technology value and come out running? in 2020/21compared to growing 2.5% Spending and Innovation – the focus and source of funds. The Manufacturing 4.0