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A lot of companies set up operations and sourced from Mexico back in the 90s, then the focus shifted to China and other Asian countries, and now Mexico is back in the spotlight. economic recession made companies decrease inventories, which increased their need for speed to market and shorter cash-to-cash cycles. Unfortunately, China and most of Asia has a very long lead time, which makes forecasting even more difficult. It seems like we’ve come full circle with Mexico. MORE
As I look for my gloves and earmuffs, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Trade dispute escalates as Trump threatens $100 billion more in China tariffs (Reuters). and China reach some sort of trade agreement. It’s 32 degrees this morning. MORE
A distributor of winter sports equipment, for example, would make most of its sales in the lead up to and during winter, but if it can’t meet this demand through inefficient inventory management it simply won’t make enough money to easily cover year-round fixed costs. Outlined below are four key factors during peak periods that any inventory manufacturing organisation should focus on to be prepared for any peak season. MORE
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. CEO Karl-Johan Persson stated that moving forward, the company will need to “ensure a faster, more flexible and more efficient supply chain” to address misalignment of inventory and demand. MORE
This past Saturday, an explosion at the Kunshan Zhongrong Metal Products factory in China killed at least 75 workers and injured at least 185 others. The scope of end-to-end supply chain visibility must go beyond the status of orders, shipments, and inventory — it must also include having timely, accurate, and complete visibility to labor, safety, environmental, and legal practices across the entire supply chain. MORE
Guest Blog: William Mahoney, Senior Vice President, Sales at NFI Distribution Outlook Inventory levels in 2019 will continue to grow creating the demand for more third-party warehousing space in the coming year. Inventory. MORE
China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. China expert Fred Sengers was the moderator. That means that we can’t supply mainland China directly from our factory. MORE
As the bricks and mortar retailer is attacked by eCommerce pure plays—Amazon in North America, Alibaba in China, and Flipcart in India—assortment and excitement in the store become paramount to lure customers. Current State of Perpetual Inventory. MORE
Check out World Class Inventory Turnover Breakthrough Elements! “If we are truly a Supply Chain Services Company, then why is our Inventory Turnover only at 7?”, In that meeting I set the target … we needed to reach double digit Inventory turns within the next year. MORE
and China. Blog Feature Integrated Demand & Supply Planning Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Operations Cost-to-Serve free trade zone ftz global supply chain inventory Network Design sourcingThe Mandarin word for “crisis” is Weiji or ?? and it has two interesting characters, with the first meaning “danger” while the second represents “opportunity.” MORE
In my previous articles on reducing inventory, I’ve explained the importance of setting a goal , fine-tuning your safety stock strategy , reducing your high-side forecast bias , and reducing stocking locations. You’ll end up with a lower average inventory level. MORE
Surprise celebration: Schaeffler China honors the 3PL project team SupplyOn China recently received the Best Project Team Award from Schaeffler for its 3PL project. The 3PL project represents a considerable improvement for Schaeffler: The inventory and delivery orders were previously paper-based, which led to inefficiencies and susceptibility to errors. The post SupplyOn China receives Schaeffler’s Best Project Team Award appeared first on SupplyOn MORE
‘Supply Chain Opportunities in China’. Introduction – Guillaume Burette, General Manager Logistics – DSV China. China: from sourcing location to an end market. 12:00 China as a Global Distribution Centre – Manufacturing and bonded warehousing. 13:00 Domestic warehousing and distribution centres in China. China as a Regional Distribution Hub. Ralf Bekink, National Business Development Manager – DSV China. Customer deliveries in China. MORE
Finn-Tack, with an international customer base with growing global demand, has two production plants in China, and the Ukraine, manufacturing riding equipment and clothing. Cases Barloworld SCS consolidation demand planning Finn-Tack inventory Optimiza software MORE
If you don’t have a business presence in China, we don’t blame you for being envious when you see the mind-boggling sales achieved during the Chinese shopping holidays. To better understand this shopping phenomenon, we’ll cover popular shopping days in China. MORE
This past year has been a taxing one for companies that import from China to the United States. Here’s a quick overview of the China tariffs that have gone into effect since first announced just over a year ago: CHINA TRADE TARIFF LISTS: IMPORT VALUE AND IMPLEMENTATION. MORE
Just-in-time inventory (JIT) is the antithesis of just-in-case inventory and can be a valuable method of reducing waste and streamlining the supply chain. The benefits of JIT inventory are numerous, although they can only be realised with hard work to set up an intricate system involving many synchronised components. This tech giant has made giant-sized steps in the direction of lean manufacturing and JIT inventory. MORE
But while the newly arrived goods sit in your warehouse, did you know that there are also costs associated with keeping inventory? They are collectively called inventory carrying costs because they need to be paid to hold inventory. What is Inventory Carrying Cost? MORE
China, obviously, is a formidable force and is overtaking the US now. And then there was a McKinsey article, which commented recently, that in the next four years, India would be the third biggest manufacturer , just lagging after China and the US. Planning and managing inventories. MORE
Distribution in China takes a detour. China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. That means that we can’t supply mainland China directly from our factory. MORE
With the national warehouse vacancy rate hovering at record lows and warehouses bloated with inventory pulled in from China during 2018 to get ahead of impending tariffs, companies can combine flexible storage options with advanced technology to create an end-to-end supply chain solution that works. But even as developers have flooded the market with new inventory, some retailers are still having trouble finding adequate, flexible space. Tariffs and China. MORE
This is an issue that should cause every supply chain executive to take notice, and start thinking about the strategic imperatives that lie ahead… US and China are currently on a “trade-war” which started when U.S. companies to help them move production from China to India. MORE
And Qualcomm, for its part, will benefit from improved inventory optimization. by Melissa Clow SupplyChainBrain attended our annual Kinexions user conference, and while there, they completed a number of video interviews with customers , analysts, and Kinaxis executives. MORE
Craft brewers, however, face the same inventory issues as any other business with simple manufacturing and physical products that need to be shipped around. China is one such a growing market. Inventory Management Issues for Craft Breweries. Manage your beer inventory. MORE
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. MORE
Robinson Launches Rail Service, Connecting China and Europe. Robinson launching a trans-Eurasian rail freight service between China and Europe. Robinson China De Beers drones flying cars JDA Luminate JDA Software Kuebix NASA Nulogy rail Uber UPS Walmart MORE
Good transportation links a logistics strength in China. China’s logistics industry is gaining in importance and developing rapidly to support the nation’s manufacturing sector. An important observation is that most local 3PL companies in China have adopted different expansion plans. MORE
With the national warehouse vacancy rate hovering at record lows and warehouses bloated with inventory pulled in from China during 2018 to get ahead of impending tariffs , companies can combine flexible storage options with advanced technology to create an end-to-end supply chain solution that works. MORE
What is Inventory Management? Inventory management, in a nutshell, describes your efforts to manage, assess and report on the flow of your stock of goods. You might be using pencil-and-paper, spreadsheets or sophisticated inventory management software to do this. MORE
Interviews Small Business Resources China Gamification Inventory Small Business Resource A couple weeks ago, I did an interview with Robert Lerose, who writes for the Bank of America blog. His article was posted this week, and it has some great advice for small business supply chains. Check it out here: Optimizing The Pipeline: Managing your supply chain more efficiently. MORE
The contract manufacturer, Celestica, already manages manufacturing and inventory. The benefit is directly in the inventory, as seen in Kathleen’s slide. Apple Store Apple TV Barack Obama Brick and mortar California Callus Campaign advertising China Keynote San Francisco Supply chain MORE
China, producer of half the world’s steel supply, was levied with an additional tariff on over $60 billion worth of imports. Called “the first of many” trade actions against China, the taxes will target technology used in aerospace, computing, and communications, among other industries. In response to the steel tariffs, China has already imposed import duties of up to 25 percent on $3 billion worth of US food products. policy china trade international trade US MORE
Google a phrase like “sourcing products from China” and you’ll instantly be faced by almost 39 million results! This underscores the importance of China being the world’s manufacturing hub in the past decade, and most likely for the next few decades. MORE
Hikes Tariffs Amid Trade Talks; China Vows to Retaliate : On May 10th, the U.S. hiked tariffs on more than $200 billion in goods from China, the most dramatic step yet of President Trump’s push to extract trade concessions. Transportation TIP List: Week of May 12 th , 2019. MORE
China, producer of half the world’s steel supply, was levied with an additional tariff on over $60 billion worth of imports. Called “the first of many” trade actions against China, the taxes will target technology used in aerospace, computing, and communications, among other industries. In response to the steel tariffs, China has already imposed import duties of up to 25 percent on $3 billion worth of US food products. policy china trade international trade US MORE
In my previous articles on reducing inventory, I’ve explained the importance of setting a goal , fine-tuning your safety stock strategy , reducing your high-side forecast bias , and reducing stocking locations. You’ll end up with a lower average inventory level. MORE
Freightos
MAY 28, 2019
This past year has been a taxing one for companies that import from China to the United States. Here’s a quick overview of the China tariffs that have gone into effect since first announced just over a year ago: CHINA TRADE TARIFF LISTS: IMPORT VALUE AND IMPLEMENTATION.
Supply Chain Movement
OCTOBER 19, 2015
Distribution in China takes a detour. China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. That means that we can’t supply mainland China directly from our factory.
EMERGE App
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
But while the newly arrived goods sit in your warehouse, did you know that there are also costs associated with keeping inventory? They are collectively called inventory carrying costs because they need to be paid to hold inventory. What is Inventory Carrying Cost?
Supply Chain Movement
JUNE 30, 2015
China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. China expert Fred Sengers was the moderator. That means that we can’t supply mainland China directly from our factory.
Supply Chain Movement
MAY 13, 2015
‘Supply Chain Opportunities in China’. Introduction – Guillaume Burette, General Manager Logistics – DSV China. China: from sourcing location to an end market. 12:00 China as a Global Distribution Centre – Manufacturing and bonded warehousing. 13:00 Domestic warehousing and distribution centres in China. China as a Regional Distribution Hub. Ralf Bekink, National Business Development Manager – DSV China. Customer deliveries in China.
PINC YMS
JANUARY 9, 2019
With the national warehouse vacancy rate hovering at record lows and warehouses bloated with inventory pulled in from China during 2018 to get ahead of impending tariffs , companies can combine flexible storage options with advanced technology to create an end-to-end supply chain solution that works.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 16, 2018
Check out World Class Inventory Turnover Breakthrough Elements! “If we are truly a Supply Chain Services Company, then why is our Inventory Turnover only at 7?”, In that meeting I set the target … we needed to reach double digit Inventory turns within the next year.
Supply Chain @ MIT
MARCH 19, 2015
Good transportation links a logistics strength in China. China’s logistics industry is gaining in importance and developing rapidly to support the nation’s manufacturing sector. An important observation is that most local 3PL companies in China have adopted different expansion plans.
EMERGE App
JULY 11, 2018
Google a phrase like “sourcing products from China” and you’ll instantly be faced by almost 39 million results! This underscores the importance of China being the world’s manufacturing hub in the past decade, and most likely for the next few decades.
Unleashed
FEBRUARY 19, 2019
Just-in-time inventory (JIT) is the antithesis of just-in-case inventory and can be a valuable method of reducing waste and streamlining the supply chain. The benefits of JIT inventory are numerous, although they can only be realised with hard work to set up an intricate system involving many synchronised components. This tech giant has made giant-sized steps in the direction of lean manufacturing and JIT inventory.
EMERGE App
AUGUST 5, 2018
What is Inventory Management? Inventory management, in a nutshell, describes your efforts to manage, assess and report on the flow of your stock of goods. You might be using pencil-and-paper, spreadsheets or sophisticated inventory management software to do this.
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Supply Chain Movement
SEPTEMBER 10, 2013
Finn-Tack, with an international customer base with growing global demand, has two production plants in China, and the Ukraine, manufacturing riding equipment and clothing. Cases Barloworld SCS consolidation demand planning Finn-Tack inventory Optimiza software
Demand Solutions
OCTOBER 18, 2016
In my previous articles on reducing inventory, I’ve explained the importance of setting a goal , fine-tuning your safety stock strategy , reducing your high-side forecast bias , and reducing stocking locations. You’ll end up with a lower average inventory level.
Demand Solutions
OCTOBER 18, 2016
In my previous articles on reducing inventory, I’ve explained the importance of setting a goal , fine-tuning your safety stock strategy , reducing your high-side forecast bias , and reducing stocking locations. You’ll end up with a lower average inventory level.
NC State SCRC
MAY 13, 2019
This is an issue that should cause every supply chain executive to take notice, and start thinking about the strategic imperatives that lie ahead… US and China are currently on a “trade-war” which started when U.S. companies to help them move production from China to India.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 6, 2018
As I look for my gloves and earmuffs, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Trade dispute escalates as Trump threatens $100 billion more in China tariffs (Reuters). and China reach some sort of trade agreement. It’s 32 degrees this morning.
Elementum
APRIL 12, 2018
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory.
Talking Logistics
MAY 11, 2018
Robinson Launches Rail Service, Connecting China and Europe. Robinson launching a trans-Eurasian rail freight service between China and Europe. Robinson China De Beers drones flying cars JDA Luminate JDA Software Kuebix NASA Nulogy rail Uber UPS Walmart
Elementum
APRIL 12, 2018
However, this dynamic industry is now facing the same challenges as some traditional retailers —unsold inventory and profit losses. Inventory Woes. billion worth of unsold inventory. CEO Karl-Johan Persson stated that moving forward, the company will need to “ensure a faster, more flexible and more efficient supply chain” to address misalignment of inventory and demand.
EMERGE App
MAY 14, 2019
Craft brewers, however, face the same inventory issues as any other business with simple manufacturing and physical products that need to be shipped around. China is one such a growing market. Inventory Management Issues for Craft Breweries. Manage your beer inventory.
Transplace
MAY 15, 2019
Hikes Tariffs Amid Trade Talks; China Vows to Retaliate : On May 10th, the U.S. hiked tariffs on more than $200 billion in goods from China, the most dramatic step yet of President Trump’s push to extract trade concessions. Transportation TIP List: Week of May 12 th , 2019.
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 6, 2014
This past Saturday, an explosion at the Kunshan Zhongrong Metal Products factory in China killed at least 75 workers and injured at least 185 others. The scope of end-to-end supply chain visibility must go beyond the status of orders, shipments, and inventory — it must also include having timely, accurate, and complete visibility to labor, safety, environmental, and legal practices across the entire supply chain.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 30, 2014
A lot of companies set up operations and sourced from Mexico back in the 90s, then the focus shifted to China and other Asian countries, and now Mexico is back in the spotlight. economic recession made companies decrease inventories, which increased their need for speed to market and shorter cash-to-cash cycles. Unfortunately, China and most of Asia has a very long lead time, which makes forecasting even more difficult. It seems like we’ve come full circle with Mexico.
Elementum
APRIL 4, 2018
China, producer of half the world’s steel supply, was levied with an additional tariff on over $60 billion worth of imports. Called “the first of many” trade actions against China, the taxes will target technology used in aerospace, computing, and communications, among other industries. In response to the steel tariffs, China has already imposed import duties of up to 25 percent on $3 billion worth of US food products. policy china trade international trade US
EMERGE App
OCTOBER 8, 2018
If you don’t have a business presence in China, we don’t blame you for being envious when you see the mind-boggling sales achieved during the Chinese shopping holidays. To better understand this shopping phenomenon, we’ll cover popular shopping days in China.
CHAINalytics
MAY 14, 2019
and China. Blog Feature Integrated Demand & Supply Planning Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Operations Cost-to-Serve free trade zone ftz global supply chain inventory Network Design sourcingThe Mandarin word for “crisis” is Weiji or ?? and it has two interesting characters, with the first meaning “danger” while the second represents “opportunity.”
SupplyOn
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Surprise celebration: Schaeffler China honors the 3PL project team SupplyOn China recently received the Best Project Team Award from Schaeffler for its 3PL project. The 3PL project represents a considerable improvement for Schaeffler: The inventory and delivery orders were previously paper-based, which led to inefficiencies and susceptibility to errors. The post SupplyOn China receives Schaeffler’s Best Project Team Award appeared first on SupplyOn
Kinaxis
FEBRUARY 3, 2015
The contract manufacturer, Celestica, already manages manufacturing and inventory. The benefit is directly in the inventory, as seen in Kathleen’s slide. Apple Store Apple TV Barack Obama Brick and mortar California Callus Campaign advertising China Keynote San Francisco Supply chain
Supply Chain Shaman
SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
As the bricks and mortar retailer is attacked by eCommerce pure plays—Amazon in North America, Alibaba in China, and Flipcart in India—assortment and excitement in the store become paramount to lure customers. Current State of Perpetual Inventory.
Kinaxis
FEBRUARY 26, 2015
And Qualcomm, for its part, will benefit from improved inventory optimization. by Melissa Clow SupplyChainBrain attended our annual Kinexions user conference, and while there, they completed a number of video interviews with customers , analysts, and Kinaxis executives.
Elementum
APRIL 4, 2018
China, producer of half the world’s steel supply, was levied with an additional tariff on over $60 billion worth of imports. Called “the first of many” trade actions against China, the taxes will target technology used in aerospace, computing, and communications, among other industries. In response to the steel tariffs, China has already imposed import duties of up to 25 percent on $3 billion worth of US food products. policy china trade international trade US
Supply Chain Cowboy
DECEMBER 7, 2014
Interviews Small Business Resources China Gamification Inventory Small Business Resource A couple weeks ago, I did an interview with Robert Lerose, who writes for the Bank of America blog. His article was posted this week, and it has some great advice for small business supply chains. Check it out here: Optimizing The Pipeline: Managing your supply chain more efficiently.
Kinaxis
FEBRUARY 22, 2019
China, obviously, is a formidable force and is overtaking the US now. And then there was a McKinsey article, which commented recently, that in the next four years, India would be the third biggest manufacturer , just lagging after China and the US. Planning and managing inventories.
Unleashed
JANUARY 17, 2019
A distributor of winter sports equipment, for example, would make most of its sales in the lead up to and during winter, but if it can’t meet this demand through inefficient inventory management it simply won’t make enough money to easily cover year-round fixed costs. Outlined below are four key factors during peak periods that any inventory manufacturing organisation should focus on to be prepared for any peak season.
NFI
JANUARY 22, 2019
Guest Blog: William Mahoney, Senior Vice President, Sales at NFI Distribution Outlook Inventory levels in 2019 will continue to grow creating the demand for more third-party warehousing space in the coming year. Inventory.
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