The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As consumers become more savvy and demand more eco-friendly options, companies that don’t meet the expectation stand the risk of being called out. We can expect to see a change in how liquids, such as laundry detergent and hair care products, sold by Unilever companies are packaged in 2022. Courier Fleets.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 25, 2020

Will the trend toward a return to “regional manufacturing” boost volumes in over the road transportation in North America as manufacturers move away from Asian overseas operations? As a result, a new focus on network resilience and the idea of more regional manufacturing emerged.”. This strategy is not without its risks though.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Bob Gill, General Manager, Southeast Asia ARC Advisory Group Bob Gill is responsible for managing ARC Advisory Group’s business operations and market research activities in Southeast Asia. For the supply chain sector, in addition to multiple market studies, ARC publishes the long-running Logistics Viewpoints blog.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 29, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog highlights this week’s announcement from athletic footwear designer and manufacturer New Balance of the grand opening of this company’s fifth production facility in North America. In a published Supply Chain Matters at the time , we pointed out that despite knowledge that manufacturing shoes in the U.S.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

In the spring of 2022, Asia/US ocean container rates resumed pre-pandemic levels and congestion eased in November 2022 into California ports. Companies needed quicker answers with better insights, but current organizational processes are slow, putting supply chains on the back foot. Companies participating get a copy of the results.

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4WL Consulting

MAY 4, 2020

C3Nano is a material technology company developing and manufacturing transparent conductive films, the main component in all touch sensors used in phones, tablets, and more. companies – and why the model needs to change. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. Why outsourcing is so common for U.S.

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4WL Consulting

MAY 4, 2020

C3Nano is a material technology company developing and manufacturing transparent conductive films, the main component in all touch sensors used in phones, tablets, and more. companies – and why the model needs to change. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. Why outsourcing is so common for U.S.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Disruptions cause supply chain uncertainty Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in Asia continue to see strong demand for trade supply. Despite the growing complexity and breadth of supply chains worldwide, many companies continue to rely on relatively simple means of tracking and managing these processes.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

These activities involve numerous stakeholders, such as suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Efficiently managing these processes is vital for companies to meet customer demands, minimize costs, and maintain a competitive edge.

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E2open

JANUARY 19, 2023

Latest report highlights how lessened demand for goods from Asia has continued to reduce port congestion, resulting in an average eight-day decrease in total time from booking to receipt compared to the year-ago period. Companies can use this data to make informed decisions on when to book ocean freight.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

These events have highlighted a need for agility and have led to significant changes and approaches to managing supply chains across the Asia Pacific region. . By the end of 2022, half of all manufacturing supply chains will see the benefits of supply chain resiliency, resulting in a 10% reduction in disruption impact.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 15, 2022

A top-10 Forbes 500 company, the Volkswagen Group is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group operates 120 production plants in 19 European countries and a further 10 countries in the Americas, Asia, and Africa. The Volkswagen Group sells its vehicles in 153 countries. “We

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Unleashed

AUGUST 12, 2021

Food manufacturers will find new opportunities in the alternative protein market as consumer demand surges for non-meat proteins: insect, plant and algae-based products, and ‘lab meat’ cultivated from animal cells. The demand for alternative proteins has surged in recent years, creating an opportunity for food manufacturers.

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West Coast and California Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Your company has made a cost-driven decision to manufacturer in Asia and import from Asia back into the U.S. The by-product of that decision is a much lengthier supply chain and cash cycle. Your job, in logistics, is to mitigate the negative impacts of your import supply chain by designing an efficient U.S.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

CNC machining is also known as just machining and is used extensively in manufacturing and industrial applications. How CNC Machines Are Changing Manufacturing as We Know It. Thanks to CNC machine technology, traditional manufacturing supply chains are gradually disappearing. The Asia Pacific will See the Most Growth.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Some companies look for legal loopholes to help avoid or reduce duties without shifting production to other countries. Any of these creative ways to reduce tariffs payable by companies should be used carefully. Alternatively, you may want to relocate – totally or in part – where your product is manufactured. Buying forward.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

VF Corporation (VFC) is a global apparel, footwear and accessories company headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company’s 12 brands are organized into three categories: Outdoor, Active and Work/Work-Inspired. The company sells their goods in over 125nations and has approximately 1300 company owned stores.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

They’ve also named themselves as a cross-border logistics service and an ocean freight company, with ports in Japan, Europe, and the United States. Moreover, the company also launched their same-day Amazon Prime delivery service in 14 US states that year. For now, it seems like Alibaba has the firmer grip on Southeast Asia.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 22, 2024

Apple CEO Tim Cook has wrapped up his latest Asian trip, one that is being described as the most extensive Southeast Asia trip in years. Reportedly, Mr. Cook did not provide a timeline for such an investment since the company has no supply chain investment within this country at this time.

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Mexico is seeing strong growth in manufacturing. fabs tool up, Mexican companies can provide back-end process steps such as assembly and testing (as a center of automotive supply chains, Mexico is already a major destination for automotive semiconductors). market and secure redundant sources of supply. Due to strong U.S. As new U.S.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 15, 2021

The impact was across manufacturing plants, transport networks, warehouses, and retail outlets. Our analysis of digital and non-digital manufacturers over time shows an index of profit performance, with digital manufacturers outpacing their peers (Figure 1). Source: IDC 2021—Digital Analysis: Manufacturing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

by Martin You – Sales Director for Asia Pacific at E2open. As of January 1, 2022, it was taking a company an average of 73 days to deliver goods to truck or rail carriers after booking with an ocean carrier and completing the cross-ocean journey, according to E2open’s Ocean Shipping Index. HOW DID WE GET HERE? About the Author.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

On the air side, our top airports of Asia increasingly needs to support not only regional needs, but also global ones. Infrastructure takes time to get into place, and several companies in 2022 have been busy doing just that. All the large manufacturers were in on it. billion USD to expand its battery manufacturing in the U.S.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Manufacturers today face lots of challenges driven by changing customer expectations. This is driving manufacturing sector to create more agile supply chains. These in tunr lead to additional strain on manufacturers to track and manage thousands of different product types. Making Asia a Leader – One Green Initiative at a Time.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

In that interview we mentioned that he would visit Made In USA Zipper manufacturer, UCan Zippers to film a video documenting the company's commitment to American Manufacturing for nearly 30 years. Why are we having an interview with an American Manufacturer on a logistics blog, you ask? It's simple.

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Logility

MAY 17, 2023

They’re also carefully pursuing suppliers, manufacturing, and distribution locations that are sustainable and resilient. According to Reshoring Initiative , companies seeking to limit their exposure to supply chain uncertainties and global conflict risks are moving operations from East Asia to the United States or as close as possible.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sustainability is definitely coming of age in Asia. However, there is now a growing appreciation that going green correlates with increased profit as demand for products with sustainable credentials grow and Asian companies get set to move up the value chain. As driving greater sustainability is a key factor in reducing risk.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2023

Companies can manage their supply chains only when they have a clear picture of each link,” as the report rightly sums it up. According to McKinsey, an auto manufacturer, on average, has around 250 tier-one suppliers – and 18,000 across the full value chain. So, what is true E2E supply chain visibility?

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

During this webinar, Tatham will share how the company drives its business, leveraging ToolsGroup’s powerful retail planning tools and capabilities. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In this particular video, the company offers a seemingly simple but sturdy method to ship a suit jacket wrinkle-free! This may be good news to e-marketplaces and logistics companies that support e-commerce, but mountains of packaging materials that go with every shipment are wreaking havoc on our planet. million).

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Resilinc

APRIL 17, 2024

With lockdowns across the globe and major port backlogs, many companies realized too late that the key parts and materials they needed often came from one small supplier or factory. This can also allow the company to develop a closer relationship with the supplier and potentially negotiate better terms.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 11, 2024

The company is committed to offering sustainable fashion choices to its expanding customer base through more efficient business practices strengthened by the most powerful retail planning technology. That’s why we’re trusted by leading companies like Abercrombie & Fitch, Co., Bulgari, and Kappahl.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, OMRON Corporation is a multi-billion-dollar, diversified company with business units producing industrial automation products, device & module solutions, healthcare, and social system solutions. This scale up is in sync with the transformation being witnessed by the manufacturing world.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2023

Richard is Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Intelligent Audit , a cutting-edge logistics and supply chain technology company, dedicated to revolutionizing how businesses manage their shipping and transportation processes. The company works with a wide range of industries, including retail, manufacturing, e-commerce, and healthcare.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

COVID of course taught companies the need for agility. There can be surprises that potentially offer a better upside: demand is higher than expected, it is possible to raise prices without affecting demand based on what is happening with competitor products, technology has allowed manufacturing capacity to ramp up faster than expected, etc.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

As we head into the holiday season, supply delays, logistics constraints and inflation are looming over shoppers and retailers—and the manufacturers and distributors who keep them in supply. In more buoyant times, companies are often optimizing inventory to reduce cost or maximize revenue to grab market share.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , provided a banner headline of global manufacturing output showing signs of stabilizing at the conclusion of Q1. That stated, the reported 49.6

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