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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

by Wolfgang Lehmacher, Anchor Group & Mikael Lind, Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE). 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. Amazon, A.P.

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The Absolut Company: Balancing Service and Inventory Creates a Delicious Mix

ToolsGroup

With continuously shifting consumer preferences and brands around the world rushing to deliver delicious new options for alcoholic beverages, The Absolut Company has been able to navigate the increased complexity while staying true to its heritage and commitment to quality and sustainability.

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Top 20 Warehouse Automation Suppliers Worldwide

Logistics Viewpoints

ARC defines the warehouse automation market according to a number of qualifications and dimensions to deliver a well-defined measure, with numerous segmentations, allowing those that purchase the research to understand what is being measured, and to easily extrapolate the findings to support their strategic planning needs.

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Is Mexico the World's Next Manufacturing Hub?

Elementum

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. Lower costs and proximity to the U.S. Europe and Asia Follow Suit.

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Top 20 Verified Supply Chain Experts You Can Hire

SCMDOJO

Effective supply chain management is essential for success in the dynamism and connectivity of modern companies. Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. They come from a variety of backgrounds.

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Supply Chain Predictions 2020: Uncertainty Demands Resilience

ToolsGroup

Machine learning will also play an increasing role in tricky supply chain planning problems such as new product introduction, as companies try to determine the impact of social media and promotions on sales. Digital twins help companies mitigate risk by accurately testing the resilience of complex, multi-echelon, global supply chains.

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Shortages of coolant set to impact the semiconductor industry

Resilinc

Coolant is a key input in chip manufacturing. 3M’s Zwijndrecht, Belgium, plant produces coolant that is essential to the etching process used in semiconductor manufacturing. It’s also worth mentioning that the 3M coolant plant is an example of a single source upon which an entire industry depends for a key input.

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