GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2018

Over the next two years, manufacturers are set to invest more than $250 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and the use of technology to improve manufacturing will only increase. Let us take a closer look at some the advanced manufacturing technologies set to define the state of manufacturing throughout 2018.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 16, 2023

In a series of blog articles, the Product/Solutions Marketing team explores new business challenges and innovation solutions to change the game and manage disruptions. In Part 1 , we covered the complexities of logistics management in the automotive industries and the change in thinking about how to manage logistics.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

A Google search on where experts see the automotive industry going reveals one key takeaway: no one knows exactly where it’s headed. Others believe that innovation will center more around vehicle drivetrains (swappable electric batteries or lightning-quick charging) and infrastructure (smart highways). Partner Up to Share the Risk.

Automotive 109

Automotive Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 109

Talking Logistics

MARCH 7, 2017

When you consider the increasing complexity of the automotive supply chain, collaboration continues to play an important role. Centralized and harmonized way to exchange data between original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), suppliers, and forwarders instead of bilateral exchange via individual solutions.

Automotive 102

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GlobalTranz

JULY 30, 2018

Even JP Morgan, Microsoft, and Google, reports Jonathan Chester of Forbes , are working to increase blockchain development and innovation, and supply chain leaders need to understand how the use of blockchain in supply chain and logistics will bring about lasting change and improvements in efficiency.

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 22, 2023

The choices they make will determine whether they survive the coming decade of innovations, uncertainties and changes, or will be obliterated or acquired by competitors. Automotive manufacturers Toyota and Daimler recently signed a letter of intent to merge their truck divisions.

Trends 78

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DELMIA Quintiq

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

If you want to find out what’s new in automotive logistics, there’s one place to be – the Automobile Logistics Forum. Marzell Bandur, director supply chain planning at ADAM Opel in Rüsselsheim, described a challenge familiar to many car manufacturers. In doing so, we retain the cost benefits of worldwide purchasing.”

Automotive 120

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QAD

JANUARY 18, 2024

In the dynamic realm of the automotive industry, the importance of risk management has reached new heights, compelling us to revisit and enhance our insights. Breaking Down Silos and Embracing Cross-Functional Collaboration Waiting for a crisis to strike is not an option in the fast-paced automotive industry.

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IQMS

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

to $2T in supply-chain management and manufacturing. By 2021, 20% of leading manufacturers will rely on embedded intelligence, using AI, IoT, and blockchain applications to automate processes and increase execution times by up to 25% according to IDC. to $2 in supply-chain management and manufacturing. 7T value to manufacturers.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The Russian invasion of Ukraine stretches into a much longer war resulting in serious disruptions to the food, automotive, and semi-conductor supply chains. Business continuity continues to be a risk for many retailers and manufacturers. Definition of Form and Function of Inventory: Source Supply Chain Insights. My take away?

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 5, 2023

I shared perspectives from my research and was joined by two experienced industry leaders who shared lessons learned from working with manufacturers on their digital twin efforts. One compelling story details how an automotive OEM uses virtual twins to anticipate costs based on knowing the cost structure of raw materials inside their product.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Each of these challenges is connected, and each offers an opportunity for innovation and transformation, especially considering advancements in digital technologies. Disruptions cause supply chain uncertainty Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in Asia continue to see strong demand for trade supply.

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SupplyOn

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

End of October, numerous experts discussed innovations in the supply chain and financial transformation in the automotive industry in China Outside, a constant stream of vehicles and cold temperatures prevailed; inside, innovations in the automotive industry were debated in a warm atmosphere.

Automotive 40

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Subnational governments like Québec in Canada and Telengana in India as well as manufacturers and fleets like DHL, Heineken and Scania are endorsing the MOU and declared that they will align with the decarbonization effort. Significant emission reductions require large scale innovation and major capital investments across the globe.

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QAD

APRIL 14, 2022

Starting with the invention of the wheel, to the light bulb and everything in between, innovation has made people’s lives and the world better. The benefits could provide solutions to many disruptive forces currently impacting agriculture, farming and food manufacturing. Let us take a look at a few examples.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Supply chain innovation is slowly simmering in the face of radical disruption. While there is much hype on DDMRP and the use of orders as a proxy for demand, companies need to remember that orders carry latency: they are out-of-step with market purchase behavior. Examples include Hadoop, Kafka, and Apache Spark. .

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RFgen

MARCH 7, 2016

Robots scare a number of manufacturing workers. It seems likely robots will not replace humans in manufacturing and warehouse management, rather machines and traditional employees will work side-by-side over the next couple of decades. The Guardian reported automotive manufacturing has more robotic equipment than any other industry.

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RFgen

MARCH 7, 2016

Robots scare a number of manufacturing workers. It seems likely robots will not replace humans in manufacturing and warehouse management, rather machines and traditional employees will work side-by-side over the next couple of decades. The Guardian reported automotive manufacturing has more robotic equipment than any other industry.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 8, 2015

For example, Kiva robots, require brand new batteries every year. Modern electronics ratcheted up the demand for portable sources of electric power. The Convenience and Innovation of Light Weight Sustainable Power and Energy. Hearing aid manufacturers needed an affordable light weight battery to create a comfortable unit.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Green supply chain history: The origin of Supply Chain Management can be dated back to the early 20th with Henry Ford who vertically integrates the automotive supply chain and organizational practices. A great example would be today’s prominence of climate change. Why go green?

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QAD

MARCH 7, 2023

Compare that to the average price paid for a car in the US of $48,681 and the 58% savings in initial purchase price is a game changer. The average American drives 14,000 miles per year, and the cost of gas in Texas is $2.97, so using the Camry as an example, any Tesla would cost $365 a year in energy costs vs the Camry at $1,264.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 15, 2016

The company is a B2B Supply Chain Operating Network supporting the automotive and aerospace industries. The majority of manufacturing and retail companies want better performing supply chains. The processes are largely batch, using data with great latency (orders and purchase orders). My time on the European continent is busy.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 2, 2024

The Just-In-Time inventory management approach revolutionized manufacturing forever. Just-In-Time (JIT) Inventory Management, also known as lean manufacturing or the Toyota Production System (TPS), is a strategy that aligns raw-material orders from suppliers directly with production schedules. How Does Just-In-Time (JIT) Work?

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 3, 2019

The type of contract of interest in this report is for Development and Manufacture contracts in the Aerospace and Defense industries. The subcontract efforts feature the majority of military and part of commercial aviation, systems are outsourced by the overall airframe manufacturer, known as “primes” (Boeing, Airbus, Sikorski, etc.)

Aerospace 40

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2021

Amazon and other ecommerce innovators have been the leading agents of disruption. The most high-profile example of this is the growing adoption of autonomous mobile robotics (so-called AMRs) and modular micro-fulfillment systems. One practical example of dynamic is AI-based batching and pick path optimization to reduce travel.

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 4, 2018

For example, Tata Steel has developed a mobile canning concept to cut food loss. This concept will allow farmers anywhere in the world to process and preserve their produce on site, helping to reduce food loss dramatically at source whilst generating additional revenues for farmers. Producers are becoming increasingly digitalized.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Supply Chain Nation recently sat down with Automotive Logistics Group Publisher, Louis Yiakoumi, about the hot topics in this industry. In Part II he will cover what automotive companies are doing to overcome those challenges. SCN: What are companies doing to overcome the key challenges facing the automotive industry?

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2022

Our previously published commentary authored by The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group provided a mid-year assessment of our specific 2022 prediction that restoring more direct control of tactical and strategic materials sourcing would be a driving force for businesses and their supply management teams during 2022. Closing Thoughts.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Whether you''re a manufacturing company in China, a sourcing agent in London or a world''s leading company in Silicon Valley, we''re all in a global supply chain networks. Research from APQC’s Open Standards Benchmarking in procurement shows that organizations without formal SRM programs report 121 percent longer supplier lead times.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 28, 2016

The average manufacturing company’s supply chain organization is 15 years old. In our recent analysis of supply chains that are “working well” , we find higher performance when companies have source, make and deliver reporting to the supply chain organization. Organizational structure matters.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 7, 2016

I am a manufacturing gal by training. While traditional supply chain processes evolved from functional excellence definitions for source, make and deliver from the inside-out; to make the digital pivot and become more market-driven, companies need to define new supply chain processes outside-in. What drives my passion? Bio-engineering?

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QAD

JULY 18, 2023

Change is coming whether we like it or not, and it’s usually something I welcome in manufacturing. New technologies, complex processes and mankind’s incredible ability to solve problems have led to countless innovations that make our everyday lives richer, but there’s no denying that change also has a downside.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Like most industries, manufacturers around the world are feeling the pinch of inventory disruption brought on by shortages and other supply chain challenges. But manufacturers are unique. What is Manufacturing Inventory Control? What is Manufacturing Inventory Control? 4 Common Inventory Pitfalls Manufacturers Must Avoid.

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QAD

AUGUST 18, 2020

As we continue to navigate the tumult of a global pandemic , we are still keeping an eye on the widespread, irreversible impact electrification, autonomy, and connectedness will have on the automotive industry. Some automotive suppliers recognized this and began their transition into the software sector years ago; some are jumping in.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

Hadoop is an open-source software framework written in Java for distributed storage and processing of large data sets on computer clusters. While the rest of the world was deep in a recession in 2008, and manufacturers were struggling with payroll decisions and layoffs, Hadoop innovation was in full swing.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 14, 2014

In this edition: Marion Kohlmeier, Head of supply chain planning and project purchasing at Weidmann Plastics Technology. Weidmann Plastics Technology is part of the Techniplas Group and I am responsible for three teams: Logistics planning; pre-series scheduling; and project purchasing. The third team is project purchasing.

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Cathy Roberson

JULY 10, 2021

As consumers, most of us have made minor repairs on various goods we’ve purchased such as eyeglasses, lamps, and some automotive work. Often times we’ve utilized third-party repair shops or sent our items to manufacturers for repairs. So, expect more thoughts on reverse logistics from me in the coming months.

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