Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Simmons Foods Simmons Foods is a farm to fork poultry manufacturer. Then we are pulling out of an animal nutrition production facility and taking those finished products to a pet food manufacturing facility. An RFP is a data intensive exercise. Really, in 2021 we were hanging on for dear life,” Mr. Masters lamented.

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Logility

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

ATLANTA (November 18, 2021) American Software, Inc. million for the quarter ended October 31, 2021, a 49% increase compared to $7.0 million for the quarter ended October 31, 2021 compared to $29.6 Total revenues for the quarter ended October 31, 2021 increased 12% to $31.2 million compared to $0.5 million compared to $10.2

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Logility

AUGUST 25, 2021

ATLANTA (August 25, 2021) American Software, Inc. million for the quarter ended July 31, 2021, a 54% increase compared to $6.4 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2021 compared to $27.5 Total revenues for the quarter ended July 31, 2021 increased 7% to $29.3 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2021 compared to $2.6

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 29, 2021

”[1] The consequences of a blocked Suez Canal are just beginning to be felt around the globe — by shippers, by manufacturers, by retailers, and by consumers. Footnotes [1] Vivian Yee and Megan Specia, “ Scramble Against Time to Free Ship Stuck in Suez Canal ,” The New York Times, 27 March 2021. [2] 3] Peter S.

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

In this post, we’ll go over the most important things you can do this year to set your supply chain transparency efforts up for success in 2021. 2021 Supply Chain Transparency Checklist We’ve helped dozens of businesses create new levels of visibility into their supply chains. Not sure where to start?

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

In this post, we’ll go over the most important things you can do this year to set your supply chain transparency efforts up for success in 2021. 2021 Supply Chain Transparency Checklist. When you complete your exercise, you should come away with a clear list of milestones you’ll hit. Book an intro call with us to see how.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 30, 2022

In 2021, the U.S. “This means identifying all the sites across the world that directly or indirectly support manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and repair by land, sea, and air.” Fuller, “ 4 types of billion-dollar weather events tested supply chains in 2020 ,” Supply Chain Dive, 1 June 2021. [7]

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 15, 2022

Reportedly McCarthy’s goal is to transform the company “ primarily into a subscription-based company rather than an equipment manufacturer.” based manufacturing strategy, with a decision to source manufacturing at a CMS provider located in Taiwan. At one point in 2021, containers transiting from East Asia to the U.S.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Treat data collection as a dynamic exercise. It’s a dynamic exercise that may undergo a series of iterations before companies ‘get it right.’ East writes, “Sustainability is a journey we’re all on together, even if some brands may be further along the path than their manufacturing partners.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Faster and accurate digitised information will also reduce decision-making time, improve efficiencies of business management, build better suppliers and manufacturers networks, create streamlined sales and delivery processes. Additionally, supply chain digitalisation is never a one-off exercise but rather a continuous effort.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 25, 2022

The basis of our 2022 predictions were our belief that the 2021 predictions theme of Renewal was shifting toward one of Reexamination of business process practices and decision-making needs. Our stated belief was that the multi-industry supply chain challenges of 2021 would not abate and would linger in some cases into 2023.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

This week, the company announced a reversal in manufacturing and supply chain strategy, as well as a major turnabout. The company will henceforth outsource the manufacturing of its stationary exercise bikes and treadmills to a Taiwan based contract manufacturer. Pivot Toward Internal Manufacturing Presence.

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Enter Peloton, an exercise equipment and media company. With an understanding of what is required to return to our normal standards, we continue to invest in technology, manufacturing capabilities, and people to help us scale and meet the needs of all our customers.”. So, what happened?

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Don’t forget the manufacturers who produced the stove you cook on or the serving ware. ” The Washington Post, 4 November 2021. [2] 4] Ashleigh Walters, “ Gratitude Helps Us Be a Team Again ,” IndustryWeek, 15 November 2021. . ” The Washington Post, 4 November 2021. [2]

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In our prior highlights and perceptions of September and Q3-2023 published indices , we observed that the numbers once again signaled added contraction in global manufacturing output and product demand levels. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. down from the 49.2

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The August numbers once again signal a continued downturn in global manufacturing conditions as output and new order rates continue to fall. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. The three specific regions of concern are the Eurozone, United Kingdom along with Taiwan.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In 2021, the new ideal balance was 57% technology and 43% humans. While many companies tout their sustainability initiatives, without the data to back it up, it’s nothing more than a greenwashing exercise. That didn’t, however, discount the role of humans – it’s that their tasks are changing as technology takes on manual processes.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Background Global wide transportation and logistics costs increased at unprecedented rates during 2021 and 2022. Our specific prediction was that manufacturers and retailers will exercise considerable pressure on carriers for re-negotiating existing transportation and logistics contracts.

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ModusLink Corporation

MARCH 9, 2022

Traditionally, inventory counts were a complex exercise done manually about once a year but RFDI technology enables retailers such as Macy’s to monitor stock monthly bringing accuracy from 60% to over 90%. Roadmap for strengthening the vaccine supply chain in emerging countries: Manufacturers’ perspectives. 2021, January 11).

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Proxima

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Fueled by Covid, war, and supply shortages, inflation rates across key global markets including the UK and US have remained over the 2% target rate since April 2021, peaking at 11% and 9% respectively, in 2022. But what goes up, must eventually come down.

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USC Consulting Group

MAY 24, 2021

The majority of businesses, especially manufacturers, have been experiencing among the worst supply chain disruptions they’ve seen in a long time, courtesy of COVID-19. That’s enough disruption to cause severe problems for manufacturers even without COVID-19. Cyberattacks. What’s the weakest link in your supply chain?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 2, 2021

Demand for physical goods rose – everything from office furniture to groceries to fireworks to exercise bikes – as people tried to make the most of staying home. Shipping container shortage article originally published on Supply Chain Game Changer on July 2, 2021. Investing in more resilient supply chains.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 17, 2023

In Part Two of this blog series , we provided highlights our third prediction, that supply chain management teams will continue to exercise more direct control of direct materials sourcing, and these efforts will be a prominent element of business strategy for CSCO ’s and CPO ’s this year. Prediction Background.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 14, 2022

In line with prevailing economic forecasting, readers should anticipate continued uncertainty of global markets and the actual likelihood of various regional economic and manufacturing recession conditions in the coming year. By all accounts, there remain a lot of uncertainties and many potential downside risks. Global Economic Themes.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 13, 2023

In Part Two of this blog series , we provided highlights our third prediction, that supply chain management teams will continue to exercise more direct control of direct materials sourcing, and these efforts will be a prominent element of business strategy for CSCO ’s and CPO ’s this year. million in 2021. After the existing U.S.

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Intelligent Audit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

According to UPS , customers billed for more than 20,000 packages after October 2021 can expect to see a “Peak/Demand Surcharge” tacked onto certain Ground, SurePost, and UPS Air Residential deliveries. of the 3,165 survey respondents believed that railroaders should be allowed to exercise their right to strike on or after Sept.

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Shifts in food manufacturing often mirror consumer trends, but they typically reflect technological advancements, too. However, if they do, the benefits could reach consumers and manufacturers alike. from 2021-2027. Food manufacturers will also need to make smart packaging decisions for these items.

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QAD

OCTOBER 15, 2020

These new classes provide you with all the tools you need to study by yourself — videos, exercises and hands-on environments. QAD Enterprise Quality Management System (EQMS) is a fully integrated enterprise solution that provides timely visibility into manufacturing and quality-related issues. Available QAD Training Courses.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 17, 2021

Prior to the pandemic, consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and retailers often placed the greatest stress on the goods they sold, today the focus has turned to the consumer. The association published a new report highlighting the post-pandemic outlook in 2021. ” Boston Consulting Group, 11 March 2021. [3]

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 7, 2022

This week, the manufacturer alerted customers and investors that it will not be able to make its adjusted 2022 aircraft delivery goal because of ongoing supply network challenges. Background. However, Airbus reiterated that it still expects to meet its adjusted profitability and free cash targets for this year. Added Perspectives.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Three professors from the University of Tennessee, Ted Stank, Tom Goldsby ( @ThomasGoldsby ), and Lance Saunders, warned back in June 2021 that the bullwhip effect was already in play. 1] Ted Stank, Tom Goldsby, and Lance Saunders, “ Commentary: Caution—Bullwhip Effect Ahead ,” The Wall Street Journal, 14 June 2021. [2]

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Manufacturing services partner Foxconn Technology Group coordinated the simultaneous production ramp-ups in both China and Chennai, India. These moves represent efforts by branded companies to exercise a ‘ China-plus one ’ supply risk mitigation strategy, especially as geo-political tensions have increased relative to China.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 19, 2022

Even before the pandemic, consumers were trending towards more online shopping — making the digital path to purchase and omnichannel operations important for manufacturers and retailers. ”[3] She adds, “Creating a high-converting omnichannel purchase journey can’t be a checkbox exercise.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

2021 started off hopeful. Perform segmentation to curate clusters based on value proposition, manufacturing strategies, fulfillment choices, inventory policies down to customer, product and market intersections to carry forward stratification of demand and replenishment streams.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 13, 2022

For example, in 2021, L’Oreal announced almost 29% of their sales were generated digitally, and their overall sales were up 16%. It can be a costly exercise but is worth the outlay considering these channels will be the persuader of upfront investments and ultimate purchases. But it simply can’t be a side hustle.

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

became more dependent on foreign manufacturers for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). The Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association have blamed this on a “race to the bottom” mentality that drove manufacturing to low-cost countries such as India and China, which are now the largest global suppliers of APIs.

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Vinculum

JULY 7, 2020

For the rest of this year and into 2021, consumers are going to have different expectations for their shopping experience, particularly when it comes to health and safety precautions. to help manufacturers shift production out of China; similar calls in US and Australia. This has increased the number of online users exponentially.

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