GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

For a microcosmic sampling, the CMAP report published by the Illinois government (widely reputed as a resource for broader industrial indicators), reveals an acute shortage of qualified candidates to fill essential manufacturing positions in the Chicago region, including CNC Programmers, CNC Operators, Industrial Machinery Mechanics, and Welders.

Buyer Training 120

Buyer Training Manufacturing Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 120

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. The auto industry makes up less than 9% of chip demand by revenue, and that figure is expected to increase by 10% per year until 2025. Because Russia and Ukraine are leading exporters of grain, wheat futures in Chicago rose by almost 6% to $9.26 IDC via IEEE Spectrum).

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

I live in Chicago. When looking at global online sales, Salesforce reports 57% digital growth in 2020, and 16% growth in 2021, with eMarketer data predicting a continued increase through 2025. Digital Commerce Matters More Than Ever. Ah, the joy of shopping. From my couch. In my pajamas. With my dog. And as it turns out, I’m not alone.

Supply Chain Planning Software 177

Supply Chain Planning Software Trends Retail Forecasting Software 177