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How China’s zero-Covid policy is affecting global supply chains

Proxima

However, this couldn’t be more different for China, as the country continues to pursue a strict zero-Covid policy through lockdowns, spanning across some of the country’s key port cities. Much of the world remains determined to move on from the pandemic and the lockdowns that came with it.

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Climate Change and the Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

It’s good to see these companies recognizing the impact of climate change, and changing their policies, sourcing, and manufacturing practices to reduce emissions. Agriculture, oil and gas operations are major sources of methane emissions. The most well-known features of the IRA are the climate and clean energy provisions.

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4 Tips For Better Process Manufacturing Planning and Forecasting

Logility

With the right technology, process manufacturing strategy, planning, and management can be simplified. Manufacturers have been through a trial by fire with supply chain disruptions and changes in demand during the past two years. 4 Digital Solutions That Address the Top Challenges for Process Manufacturers.

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Effects of the Lifting of China’s Zero Tolerance Policies- Sobering Predictions

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters highlights published reports that indicate the sobering potential impacts of China’s policy makers in lifting most all of the restrictions related to the country’s Covid-19 omicron zero-tolerance strategies. times higher capacity for intensive care needs. All rights reserved.

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How manufacturers can respond to supply chain disruptions

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

This also includes delays in local manufacturing as well as inflationary pressures due to escalating costs because of the increased fuel prices – increases are already at 10% and shipping is about 30%. With digital technologies, organisations can use data to maximise visibility into demand, inventory, capacity, supply, and finances.

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Top 3 challenges facing manufacturers and how to overcome them

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The manufacturing industry confronted many uncertainties in the last year due to the pandemic. The pandemic has led to many shifts in manufacturing including new challenges to overcome. Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. Transitioning to B2B e-Commerce.

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The Pros and Cons: International and Domestic Sourcing

Unleashed

It’s easy to oversimplify the differences between sourcing for parts locally or internationally. When considering where to purchase from, the prevailing idea seems to be that domestic sourcing allows for better control and shorter lead time, but international sourcing is more cost-effective. International Sourcing.