USC Consulting Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

What are the major food and beverage manufacturing trends on tap for 2020? One thing the food and beverage industry is fairly certain about is 2020 ending in the black, with earnings expected to top 2019. Some manufacturers already sell foods that are naturally gluten free. “You have to know your local law.”

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2018

Going back to the Industrial Internet of things (IIoT), the use of Internet-connected technology increases risk in manufacturing. billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing. However, the risk is well worth it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 17, 2021

Today’s article is from FourKites and examines ocean trends for 2021. 2020 was a tumultuous year for supply chains, and 2021 has certainly followed suit. The post Editor’s Choice: Ocean Trends for 2021 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. To read the full article, click HERE.

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IQMS

DECEMBER 18, 2020

2021 manufacturing trends will be driven by the lessons learned in 2020. Whether assisting workers on the shop floor or helping back-office employees to continue their jobs remotely, smart manufacturing technologies have been central to enabling business continuity in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

While we’re happy to leave 2021 in the rearview mirror, many of the same trends will impact the truckload market in 2022. In our white paper, 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook , we cover many of the lingering effects of the past two years, and the newest challenges truckload shippers can expect to face in the year ahead.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 1, 2022

”[3] Below are some of the trends affecting the food and beverage landscape. Food and Beverage Trends. And Generation Z is maturing into adulthood and will shape trends with its interest in ethical sourcing, sustainability and local food.”[4] In 2020, 57% of American households purchased plant-based foods.”

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EazyStock

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Intro to 2020 Supply Chain Management Trends. The new year is upon us, and with the end of 2019 we reach the end of the decade – and the beginning of 2020. Throughout the last decade, the main trends were digitization and globalization. 2020 supply chain management trends will further these shifts.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Before COVID, new technologies in manufacturing took years, sometimes decades, to become fully accepted. As manufacturers invest in new technology equipment, it is going to enable smarter manufacturing. Various scenarios have been painted by analysts and consultants, but here is the consensus on where manufacturing is going.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

A year ago at this time, I carefully drafted a blog of predictions for 2020 in the consumer products and food & beverage industries. In 2020, online shopping for food soared by 60%. Manufacturers will need more robust supply chain management and inventory control to remain nimble. Can 2021 Get Any Crazier?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2018

Over the next two years, manufacturers are set to invest more than $250 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and the use of technology to improve manufacturing will only increase. Let us take a closer look at some the advanced manufacturing technologies set to define the state of manufacturing throughout 2018.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 14, 2021

2020 has been the year of virtual conferences and meetings for most of us. On 1st and 2nd Dec LogiSYM held its Vietnam 2020 Digital event on a platform called AirMeet. This is a golden opportunity for companies with international sourcing, manufacturing and sales footprints to reap these benefits. EVENT HIGHLIGHTS. Royston Phua.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

”[2] Below are some of the trends subject matter experts believe will impact the grocery sector this coming year. Trends in the grocery industry. Wells and his colleagues report, “The long-forecast online grocery boom happened all at once in 2020. Online grocery shopping. At-home meal push.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Supply Chain Matters provides our monthly highlights commentary and perspectives on published monthly global manufacturing PMI and supply chain activity indices. In both our summary and perspectives focused on August and July global PMI reporting , we echoed an increased trending toward declining global supply chain production momentum.

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Unleashed

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

UK electronics manufacturers have seen a sales revenue lift of 30% in 2021 vs 2020, outpacing the average performance of manufacturers of 24%, according to data from a soon-to-be released Unleashed State of Manufacturing report. The report analyses over 79,000 data points from UK manufacturers that use Unleashed software.

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Ware2Go

JUNE 20, 2023

See the latest insights on ocean freight rates and other trends that fast-growing businesses should know about to plan for 2023 peak season. The World Trade Organization estimates 43 billion tons of goods are shipped each year—due in part to the rising trend of eCommerce.

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QAD

MARCH 23, 2023

Today, the choice for CPG manufacturers and supply chains is clear: future-proof with digital manufacturing technologies that can meet the customer where they are or be left behind. CPG Trends to Watch in 2023 and Beyond As the CPG industry puts COVID-19 in its rearview mirror (phew!),

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Elementum

JUNE 4, 2020

There are 10 seismic supply chain trends expected in 2020. Take this buzzword off your list of stressors for 2020. 2020 has become a highly fashionable date marker for companies to complete aggressive environmental goals. Ford has pledged to cut water usage from its manufacturing by 72%. Here's to 2020!

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Logility

MARCH 16, 2023

What does all of this mean for manufacturers and distributors? Is there a supply chain stakeholder anywhere in the world right now who’s willing to use data from 2020-22 to project demand during 2023-25? More and more manufacturers will aim to control costs by casting a wider net for suppliers.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 26, 2021

To narrow the discussion, I will look at the technology trends identified by two of the world’s largest consulting firms — Deloitte and Gartner. Each firm has identified nine technology trends they believe will have significant impacts on businesses over the next couple of years. Below are Deloitte’s nine technology trends.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In 2020, for the first time in twenty years, there were fewer renewable energy resources added to the energy supply than during the previous year.[2] Another trend noted by Birch is the use of “distributed energy resources (DERs) [that] enable the generation of electricity or heat at the place of its consumption. ”[4].

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 11, 2021

” Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturers know as well as anyone that keeping up with the changing landscape can be difficult — but essential. And consumer packaged goods companies are betting that relocation is a trend that’s here to stay.”[1] ” What does that mean for CPG manufacturers? ”[2].

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 30, 2022

Categories like frozen meals, shelf-stable foods and baking ingredients saw double-digit sales growth [in 2020] and continued to perform above historic averages in 2021.”[6] 2] Staff, “T he Benefits of Planograms in Merchandising During Covid-19 ,” 5 August 2020. [3] ”[8]. Footnotes. [1] Footnotes. [1]

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

”[1] She adds, “The biggest takeaway from 2020 is the shift to ecommerce; consumers have embraced online shopping with vigor and retailers have responded with the speedy rollout of new technologies, new apps and new ways of meeting shoppers’ needs. Retail trends in 2021. Even more stress on omnichannel operations.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 3, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides commentary relative to July’s global manufacturing PMI indices relative to data indicating declining momentum, and some contraction among specific global regions. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® report, a composite index produced by J.P. Global Wide Production Activity. The July 2022 J.P.

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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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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 5, 2022

Although many of the trends discussed below involve technology, supply chain professionals need to give equal attention to people, processes, and technology. ”[1] Improved visibility and connectivity are involved in many of the supply chain trends discussed below. Supply Chain Trends. Digital Supply Chain Transformation.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2022

Consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and their end-customers constantly engage in a complicated dance that has no choreographed steps. Sometimes CPG manufacturers take the lead and sometimes consumers take the lead. Most business consultants today urge CPG manufacturers and retailers to become consumer-centric and demand-driven.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Global Manufacturing PMI Global Trade as a Barometer Clearly domestic business activity is much larger than international trade. The first pattern I noticed was an extreme decrease followed by an extreme increase in 2020. The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing. Source: J.P.

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Logility

DECEMBER 28, 2020

How can manufacturers manage disruption and improve productivity? By using advanced analytics for manufacturing, to understand the valuable information concealed within the data they already have! Therefore, manufacturers must continually look for new ways to improve the productivity and profitability of their operations.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

It’s become even more important that businesses navigate multiple supply chains with food manufacturing software. So if you have a thirst for knowledge, here’s all you need to know about food industry trends for 2021. Consumer trends in food industry. Health food industry trends. Better food tracing and origin.

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AFFLINK

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Which trends are set to change the world of supply chain management? 2020 is going to be an interesting year. Not only is the manufacturing and production industry experiencing global changes, but the world, is, too — people are moving towards being greener and more sustainable.

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PINC

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

As part of this trend, more of those organizations are turning to technology to help them run their yards efficiently and safely. manufacturing sites) should also consider [using] a YMS.”. Supply chain leaders should grasp trends, existing capabilities, and selection criteria to support their needs, they add. Steps to Take Now.

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Logility

DECEMBER 29, 2020

How can manufacturers manage disruption and improve productivity? By using advanced analytics for manufacturing, to understand the valuable information concealed within the data they already have! Therefore, manufacturers must continually look for new ways to improve the productivity and profitability of their operations.

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Vanguard Software

APRIL 2, 2021

Manufacturing supply chains took a hit in 2020 due to COVID-19. We expect to see four trends in 2021 as manufacturers adjust to these new realities.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 3, 2017

The Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) has been a major topic among manufacturers and third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) for several years. However, the IIoT is beginning to encroach on all aspect of manufacturing and supply chain management for its wide-ranging deployment and application to improving processes. In the U.S.,

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 31, 2022

We recently surveyed CFOs and finance executives in the manufacturing and distribution sectors to study how the pandemic has impacted their businesses. Managing cash flow and margins remains a key objective for US finance leaders, based on our survey in 2020, 2021 and now into 2022. 3. Improving visibility into performance.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 12, 2021

Alternative proteins have seen a rise in popularity over the last decade – a trend expected to continue in future – as consumers look to maintain their protein intake while avoiding meat for personal, environmental or health reasons. Food Nation began selling its products in 2020, and has already made a splash internationally.

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