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The Notions and Implications of Elastic Supply Chain Strategies

Supply Chain Matters

We have featured in published research advisories and on Supply Chain Matters, examples of companies that are indeed exercising either China Plus or other regional sourcing strategies in support of both regional and/or global customer fulfillment needs. Our own research advisories support such a premise. All rights reserved.

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September and Q3 Global PMI Levels Remain in Contraction

Supply Chain Matters

Reportedly, destocking activities increased with finished product and raw materials inventories decreasing by the end of the quarter. As the final quarter approaches, businesses and their associated supply chain management teams must scrutinize their expected 2024 product demand and supply needs. was relatively unchanged from the 49.0

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U.S. East and Gulf Coast Dockworker Strike Appears Likely

Supply Chain Matters

We previously highlighted data indicating that the peak inventory import period occurred in July. inventories are currently strong due to pulling forward of orders earlier this year to avoid existing disruptions. Accurate and risk balanced inventory management is now a must. On the ground knowledge is essential.

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Barometers of Holiday Period Sales- Walmart and Target

Supply Chain Matters

Overall inventory levels were $64.0 This profit performance benefited from our team’s commitment to efficiency and disciplined inventory management, and I’d like to thank them for their tireless efforts. Global online sales increased by 15 percent. Customer transactions reportedly rose 3.4 percent on a year-over-year basis.

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The Evolving Landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Supply Chains & Logistics

ThroughPut

At the same time, global spending on IIoT Platforms is predicted to grow from $1.67B in 2018 to $12.44B in 2024, attaining a 40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in seven years. ACCURATE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT. Accurate inventory management can ensure the right flow of items in and out of a warehouse. WAREHOUSE EFFICIENCY.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Supply Chain Planning: 4 Essential Year End Questions to Ask Yourself

GlobalTranz

We will also include a bonus portion of the post to include what is the outlook for the freight marketplace in 2016 and what to consider as you start to plan for better transportation management in 2016. . BONUS: Freight and Transportation Costs Must be Considered in Supply Chain Planning. Would you have done something differently?