Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

Our Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech column has had a brisk start in our 2024 postings, and we have added this supplemental posting. In our initial 2024 posting last week, we highlighted two acquisitions related to supply chain technology providers. governmental agencies to include U.S.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Freightera CEO Eric Beckwitt Shares His Insights on the Current Green Energy Trends in North America. Current global events have shed light on how fragile supply chains are. For more than four decades, there’s been a trend of moving manufacturing facilities to other countries, where the labor is less expensive.

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E2open

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Connected supply chain SaaS platform is a multiple award-winner for Enterprise Service of the Year and Most Innovative Service of the Year AUSTIN, Texas – Dec. We believe our connected platform is not only a differentiator for our clients’ businesses, but it is also their advantage in operating world-class, end-to-end supply chains.”

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 26, 2022

Delivery van EV start-up Canoo , which negotiated a battery supply agreement with Panasonic has eventual plans to construct its U.S. manufacturing facility somewhere in Oklahoma as well. Part of Broader North America Based EV Supply Network Investments. billion EV battery production facility in Lansing, Michigan.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The disruption has cut off a major trade route for Canada’s exports of minerals, wood fiber, food products, and other products to Asia, and it has created a supply chain nightmare for Canadian manufacturers. “We The post Extreme weather’s impact on supply chains appeared first on Resilinc. If so, when?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Also, warehouse automation excludes similar systems such as airport baggage handling, manufacturing-line automation, and manually driven forklifts. KION acquired Dematic and Egemin Automation in 2016, forming KION Supply Chain Solutions that operates under the Dematic brand. percent from 2,627 million to 3,796 million EUR.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 23, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters March 23 rd edition of our COVID-19 and Ukraine Conflict News Capsule, we provide updates to ongoing industry supply chain developments and disruptions of concern to our reading audience. Most impacted appears to be auto industry, petrochemical and high industry supply networks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2021

Dave Elias, vice president of supply chain management, and Josh Stauffer, senior director of IT, spoke at ARC Advisory Group’s Supply Chain Forum. They have implemented a broad suite of enterprise and supply chain applications and are still implementing more. HWI Has a Complex Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 24, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. CaliBaja is a North American manufacturing powerhouse. In addition to making a significant amount of audio and visual supplies, CaliBaja is also a major manufacturer of medical equipment—a status that has kept them as active as ever during the pandemic. Subscribe Here!

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), based in Saskatoon, is focused on providing more than 160 local Co-ops across Western Canada with strategy and leadership, wholesaling, manufacturing, logistics, operational support, business-enabling services and marketing support. learn more, please visit www.optisconsulting.com. About TealBook.

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3AG Systems

APRIL 21, 2020

Office workers have been sent home, restaurants and retailers that depend on foot traffic have been crippled, and supply chain gaps have been painfully uncovered. Echoing the WWII war production efforts, the speed with which manufacturers have responded to healthcare equipment shortages is nothing short of heroic. Read More

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 9, 2019

Discontinuing products is a struggle with tension between supply chain and marketing functions. The lack of product rationalization results in the long tail of the supply chain with increasing complexity. Lumpy demand for product with low volume requires a supply chain redesign. The reason? The result?

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations. However, you may wonder what kind of practices really work.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 15, 2016

by Kevin McGowan Update on the Vinyl Record Supply Chain. In the 6 months since I wrote that post, the tides have begun to shift in the vinyl record supply chain. The latest has made a lot of press in Canada, and it is poised to become the second-largest vinyl pressing plant in North America.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 13, 2022

In this special edition of Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech we highlight two significant developments involving supply chain management focused technology involving providers Shopify and Panasonic Corporation. Major Acquisition by Shopify. billion.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Women Supply Chain Leaders article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at argentus.com. Women have made tremendous strides in the Supply Chain Management profession. Supply Chain is no longer a back-office, transactional function.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 6, 2015

In the process of compiling the Supply Chains to Admire report for last year’s Supply Chain Insights Global Summit , the research team at Supply Chain Insights calculated the rate of supply chain improvement of companies by industry for the period of 2006-2013 and 2009-2013.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 30, 2020

On July 1, 2020 the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will replace North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). What does this mean for trade and manufacturing in North America? What does this mean for trade and manufacturing in North America? The North American Auto Industry.

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

What is also real is the impact it has on supply chains. In fact, it will not be a stretch to say that climate change is currently the biggest threat that global supply chains are facing today and is responsible for shortages and disruptions in several industries. First things first: Climate change is real.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 15, 2023

Supply Chain Matters continues to highlight announcements being made by global auto manufacturers regarding supply network moves to support domestic and regional EV production and supply network needs. Factors that reportedly influenced this automaker were the U.S.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 19, 2015

I worked with consultants defining a business case for cloud-based supply chain solutions and new vendors looking to use artificial intelligence to solve the problems of master data management. It was not a good week for supply chain leaders. On the road, I scanned the newspapers… read newsfeeds.

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Elementum

JUNE 6, 2016

Mexico may become the global manufacturing nerve center if the country plays its cards right. According to Deloitte’s 2016 Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index, Mexico ranks number eight out of 40 countries including Canada, Sweden, and Vietnam. Looking Deeper. Mexico has its share of challenges, of course. Branching Out.

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Freightera

MARCH 1, 2022

“It’s a big honor to be named one of Canada’s 50 Changemakers 2022, along with other inspirational leaders, entrepreneurs, and academics reinventing how Canada does business,” said CEO Eric Beckwitt. Its intent is to showcase the emerging leaders transforming business today. ” About The Globe and Mail .

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PINC

JANUARY 5, 2021

Leaders in yard management services and technology to collaborate to bring transparency and efficiency to hundreds of facilities in North America. Founded in 1996, Lazer Spot provides yard spotting , shuttling, trailer rentals and specialized yard services in 400+ locations in North America. and Canada.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Through these services, you gain the expert logistical and supply chain support your company needs. Freight management services enable companies to deliver freight and complete the supply chain on time and at the lowest possible expense. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 16, 2017

India is on the cusp of a supply chain transformation that may end up being nothing short of a major game changer. This usually leads to a lively discussion as to why companies in India have surprising supply chain configurations. A system of poor supply chain incentives. By IMD Professor Ralf W. A new game.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2018

administration, and after a lot of back and forth negotiations between the US, Mexico, and Canada over the past year, a new agreement has been reached which is set to be signed soon. Mexico, and Canada (USMCA), I asked Jose to evaluate the impact of NAFTA — was it positive or negative? “I as supply chains have become more global.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 26, 2018

Engineering & Manufacturing (E&M) companies are advancing their business models to focus more on providing services and capability to their customers, a practice known as “servitization.” Service type activities already make up from one-third to more than one-half of manufacturing employment in some industries. Description.

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Synovos

JULY 9, 2019

. – July 9, 2019 – Synovos, the leading independent integrated supply chain management company in the world, announced that Walt Teesdale has been named Senior Vice President of Operations. Synovos is a leading provider of global supply chain management services. ABOUT SYNOVOS. Based in the U.S.,

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Synovos

JULY 9, 2019

. – July 9, 2019 – Synovos, the leading independent integrated supply chain management company in the world, announced that Walt Teesdale has been named Senior Vice President of Operations. Synovos is a leading provider of global supply chain management services. ABOUT SYNOVOS. Based in the U.S.,

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 29, 2020

Robinson put together information on four key subjects that will help your PPE supply chain run smoother during a time when simplicity is what you need most. Policy 12 created a white and blacklist of manufacturers and suppliers. and Canada customs best practices. Importing PPE into Canada. In conclusion.

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Freightera

JANUARY 13, 2021

The 14-year Amazon veteran had a range of executive responsibilities including technology development for warehousing, fulfillment center, supply chain, logistics, and the Amazon marketplace platform. ” About Freightera. The Freightera platform allows businesses to find the best prices and lowest-emission transportation options.

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ToolsGroup

MAY 7, 2019

BOSTON (May 8, 2019) – ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, today shared details of its participation in the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference, taking place May 13-16 in Phoenix. Disruptions large and small confront today’s supply chains on a daily basis. and Canada.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JUNE 16, 2022

In today’s business world, organizations rely on an agile and efficient supply chain to remain competitive and deliver quality products to consumers everywhere. Cross-docking is a lean supply chain model that allows fast-tracking of goods from suppliers to customers or retailers with little to no handling or storage.

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USC Consulting Group

JUNE 3, 2020

Whether in official press releases, mass emails, or executive meetings, business leaders acknowledged that tough times may indeed be ahead, but also expressed confidence and cautious optimism that supply chain disruptions would be minimal. This includes food and beverage suppliers, packers, and manufacturers.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 24, 2023

Faced with economic uncertainties, transportation industry leaders are focused on building supply chain resiliency. In a recent statement, FedEx said, “ This adjustment will enable FedEx Ground to boost efficiencies while maintaining a competitive advantage in weekend coverage ,” according to Supply Chain Dive.

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Supply Chain Network

JULY 27, 2011

Purolator, Canada’s leading integrated freight and parcel solutions provider, is pleased to announce that it was recently awarded Logistics Quarterly’s 2011 Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Sustainability Award for demonstrating leadership in sustainable supply chain practices. About Purolator Inc.

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