Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The exhibit featured dozens of items, articles of clothing, and mementos dating back to the era of the Silk Road. The shortage has not impacted Charlottesville’s other major healthcare provider, Sentara Health as this organization sources its IV solutions from a different manufacturer.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 9, 2025

It requires a streamlined, reliable supply chain, from sourcing gear and managing equipment lifecycles to ensuring a seamless student experience. Much like gyms and wellness centers, diving schools operate within the broader fitness supply chain , which impacts how they source, sell, and serve.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

Ibrahim Al Syed, the director of digital manufacturing at Celanese, was surprisingly forthcoming about how Celanese developed these capabilities at ARC Advisory Groups 29th Annual ARC Industry Leadership Forum. He also spoke at the ARC forum in 2023, and this article is based on that presentation as well. They must be.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2024

They write, “This includes tackling bigger issues such as compliance, supplier relationship management, risk and disruption, responsible sourcing, and transparency. “AI allows you to integrate real-time data from various sources, helping you devise more efficient delivery routes and schedules.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 23, 2025

(Infographic) In recent years, the focus on sustainability has become more crucial than ever, especially within the supply chain of appliance manufacturing. Let’s dive into how sustainability can be woven into the appliance manufacturing supply chain and the strategies that lead to significant carbon emission reductions.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 22, 2025

Bowman, SupplyChainBrain In the rush to adjust sourcing strategies in line with current trends in international trade, the answer might be to think small. manufacturers have spent the last few decades consolidating production at gigantic offshore plants, especially in China. Enter the concept of the “microfactory.”

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Exiger Perspectives

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Manufacturing Sectors Client Alert Foreign adversaries are increasingly threatening vital domestic industries through current and potential future restrictions on critical mineral exports. government procurement of critical components. Background Nickel and titanium are critical to the aerospace manufacturing sector.

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ShipBob

JUNE 20, 2025

Table of Contents ** Minutes What is product sourcing? Where can I source products from? This makes it essential that buyers understand where they are sourcing their products from and how that ultimately affects their brand. What is product sourcing? Where can I source products from?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 10, 2025

With automation, you can transform traditional manufacturing into a streamlined, data-driven operation. Continue reading to discover how automation is revolutionizing efficiency not only in manufacturing but also far beyond. Your equipment will only work when needed—eliminating energy wastage at the source.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

This article outlines key factors driving supply chain change, the limitations of outdated strategies, and how Walmart is restructuring its supply chain using AI and automation. Just-in-time (JIT) inventory models, lean supplier networks, and offshore manufacturing reduced expenses but left companies exposed to disruptions.

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Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Industries dependent on these metals, including defense , renewable energy , electronics, and manufacturing, may experience supply chain disruptions, including delays, price increases, and supply bottlenecks, due to China’s leading role in their production. China is the top producer of all five recently restricted metals.

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Arena Solutions

APRIL 1, 2025

In recent years, manufacturers have experienced substantial supply chain disruptions , leading to material and labor shortages, quality issues, product delays, and low profit margins. In this article, we showcase five leading product companies that excel in supply chain management and share valuable lessons your business can learn from them.

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QAD

JUNE 26, 2025

The resurgence of aggressive tariffs and geopolitical shifts have disrupted sourcing, inflated costs, and left manufacturing operations scrambling. The post How Process Intelligence Helps Manufacturers Overcome Tariff Turbulence appeared first on QAD Blog. What’s the answer?

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Exiger Perspectives

DECEMBER 26, 2024

In our work with a large DIB manufacturer, Exiger identified additional impacted parts by analyzing technical data packages and master production schedules. Antimony (Sb): A metalloid used primarily in flame retardants and lead-acid batteries; predominantly sourced through stibnite (Sb2S3) ore.

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Exiger Perspectives

MAY 20, 2025

Article - May 19, 2025 A Bitter Pill: Americas Dangerous Dependence on China-Made Pharmaceuticals How Global Supply Chains, Strategic Rivals, and Quality Breakdowns Threaten U.S. Over 504 generic drugs, including 10 essential medicines, have only a single identified API manufacturing country, heightening the risk of supply shocks.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The company explains, “The growing reliance on artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) devices is creating vulnerabilities across supply chains, with manufacturing and electronics sectors identified as particularly at risk. 8] I suggest you read the entire article to learn more about other possible black dragon events.

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QAD

JANUARY 23, 2025

This is the year that AI stops being just a buzzword and begins to evolve into an operational imperative for manufacturers, retail and supply chain companies. Like any engine, it cant run without fuel, and not just any type of energy source is going to cut it. Think of AI as a high-performance engine.

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QAD

JULY 3, 2025

In today’s high-pressure manufacturing environment, true agility isn’t just a goal – it’s essential for survival. Faced with volatile demand, equipment failures, and disruptive supply chains, how can manufacturers move beyond reacting to chaos and instead gain a proactive edge, all while boosting quality and efficiency?

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Jaggaer

APRIL 24, 2025

By the time I have finished writing this article, and certainly before it is published, the situation will have changed. Supply chain management typically does not fit very well with procurement, which is a challenge at the best of times, and can be a disaster in difficult times. Procurement must adjust accordingly.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

A Manufacturer’s Guide to the Evolution of ERPs Lets start by declaring an interest. Most JAGGAER installations in the manufacturing industry specifically, and in product-centric businesses in general, involve integration with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system of one sort or another. So, we have skin in this game!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 29, 2025

For instance, hurricanes may delay shipments while earthquakes disrupt manufacturing operations. Diversify your sources: Avoid placing all your supplier eggs in one geographical basket. Supply Chain Disruptions article and permission to publish here provided by Fatbardha Maloku.

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EFT

JULY 1, 2025

Additionally, an NTT survey found that manufacturers are extremely confident in generative AI, especially for supply chain management, but 92% report legacy technology is limiting expansion.

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EFT

JUNE 26, 2025

Strategic rethink in supply chains With such a substantial shift in operating costs over the short and long term, as well as an increased risk of dislocation disrupting supply chains, businesses are reconsidering their strategies, with major implications for global manufacturing and sourcing.

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Procurement Academy

JANUARY 7, 2025

This article will explore key strategies for building supply chain resilience, and how Skill Dynamics can help support your business throughout this transformation. A lack of resilience can cause disruptions and delays to sourcing, transportation, or even manufacturing all of which lead to higher costs.

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IQMS

MAY 15, 2023

Manufacturers are expanding their commitment to sustainability initiatives that are not only good for the environment but also contribute to profitability by optimizing operations, reducing waste, and conserving energy. To support these efforts, more manufacturers are implementing AI-powered energy management techniques.

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Bristlecone

JANUARY 8, 2025

In a recent article, Forbes discussed the rising success of touchless planning among supply chain leaders who were early adopters. Global Beverage manufacturer reduced forecast error by 40%45%, reduced inventory level by 20%25%, and planners time release by 30% from demand sensing.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 4, 2025

Today’s supply chains often span multiple countries, involve various suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors, and rely on intricate networks of transportation. The Rise of Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing In recent years, sustainability and ethical sourcing have become important concerns for businesses and consumers alike.

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Jaggaer

MAY 8, 2025

I am a big believer in procurement getting involved as early as possible in new product development based on all the market knowledge available. The worst-case scenario is product engineering developing a new product, selecting a supplier and then telling procurement to get on with negotiation. How often do your purchase orders change?

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just ask any manufacturer who’s had to halt production because a single critical component wasn’t available. 2) Diversify Your Operations The companies most likely to get through a crisis are those that have made an effort to diversify their operations and implement multi-sourcing strategies.

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2025

Companies often push aside procurement compliance to focus on more pressing issues. No wonder—procurement often gets tedious and burdened with time-consuming processes. However, ignoring procurement compliance is like ignoring a ticking time bomb. Scroll down to find out: What is procurement compliance?

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Freight Waves

JULY 3, 2025

companies in apparel and fashion have shifted their sourcing, and have reached “single-digit” dependency on Chinese manufacturing, said Maersk Chief Commercial Officer Karsten Kildahl, in the update. “[O]ther Find more articles by Stuart Chirls here. Maersk said its Gemini services with Hapag-Lloyd (OTC: HLAGF ) had a 90.9%

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Koganti urged the procurement audience to look for whats referred to as “foresight function” in planning tools, which is capable of enhancing data analysis, scenario generation and trend identification , allowing for more informed and proactive decision-making, albeit with human oversight.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

That includes everything from raw materials and manufacturing to packaging and logistics. Tesco and Walmart have announced procurement policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability throughout their extended supply chains. Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 1, 2025

In this article, we’ll take you behind the scenes and explore the logistics and supply chain management that make modern casino operations run smoothly. They work closely with suppliers who manufacture high-quality cards and chips to ensure a steady supply. Sustainable sourcing of products and materials is also a priority.

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This creates a continuous flow of information between design tools, simulation environments, and manufacturing systems allowing all stakeholders to access a single source of truth. This will result in minimal changes to the design and BOM while still allowing purchasing and manufacturing to continue with minimal delays.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 7, 2025

Industrial manufacturing supply chains operate in one of the more complex environments in recent memory. That means that manufacturers need more than incremental improvements to keep their heads above water; they need connected data, real-time decision-making, and digital-first operations. telematics) are changing the game.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 24, 2025

According to a Car and Driver article, there are only about 17,000 hydrogen-powered automobiles in the US. While major vehicle manufacturers are focusing on electric cars, hydrogen vehicles are still in the background despite their lucrative promise. As stated in a CNBC article, another significant production challenge is its cost.

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