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Embracing the Supply Chain as A Complex Non-linear System

Supply Chain Shaman

My reply to my friend is that “The supply chain is a complex non-linear system. I think that the circular pattern we see is a system out of control.” I think that we are trying to manage an out-of-control system. The focus of the writing by Donella Meadows is on managing leverage points in a system to drive change.

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Companies in Asia Pacific Eager to Innovate with Supply Chain Optimization

AIMMS

The adoption of advanced analytics has moved at a much slower pace in Asia Pacific compared to Europe or North America. Chief concerns preventing the adoption of Advanced Analytics in Asia Pacific. Small talent pool: The talent pool of optimization specialists is very small in Asia Pacific.

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Hyundai’s Green Revolution: Pioneering Hydrogen Technology and Innovation in Southeast Asia

Logistics Viewpoints

HTWO Ecosystem Hyundai’s approach to hydrogen includes the extension of the current HTWO (representing “Hydrogen” and “Humanity”) fuel cell system brand to encompass a broader range of Hyundai’s hydrogen value chain business.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse: An Opportunity to Reinforce the Importance of Supply Chain Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

The port relies on the bridge to connect the rail network and the interstate highway system, which are essential for moving goods to and from the port. For example, a robust supply chain may have backup power generators, firewalls, security systems, and emergency plans to prevent or mitigate the effects of disruptions.

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SYNOPSlS: Your Supply Chain Roadmap IDC’s Predictions for 2022 and Beyond

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Presenters: Dr Chris Holmes , Managing Director, IDC Insights Asia Pacific. Stephanie Krishnan , Associate Vice President, IDC Manufacturing & Energy Insights Asia/Pacific. Stephanie Krishnan is the Research Director for Manufacturing Insights with IDC Asia/Pacific, responsible for Industry 4.0 About the Author.

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Mobile Warehouse Robotics Market to Continue Its Explosive Growth

Logistics Viewpoints

There are a couple that work as sortation systems and one or two that move three dimensionally. Asia as an Early Mover. Software emerged in North America, quickly followed by Western Europe, then parts of Asia, and finally Latin America. Some bots carry heavy loads, others light.

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The Best Explanation for the Supply Chain Crisis Yet

Logistics Viewpoints

The Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG) reported stellar results once again last Wednesday (December 1st). However, at its heart, production in the Asia-Pacific region was severely curtailed for a period of time for issues ranging from the COVID impact on worksites to energy shortages, to port capacity limits.