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Traceability Software for Process Manufacturing and Discrete Manufacturing

RFgen

Discrete manufacturers use these solutions to better manage inventory and reduce costs. In either case, manufacturers nowadays face significant competitive pressure forcing them to streamline their supply chain, lower costs, expand product lines, and improve customer service. Manufacturing is the backbone of the world economy.

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Insights from Ryder Innovate 2014

Talking Logistics

Ellen shared a great example: Women in Trucking recently awarded its first ever “Transportation Patch” to 84 Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana , ages 5-12, who spent half a day at Olive-Harvey College learning about the transportation industry from experts. Suppliers (supplier management and supplier quality issues).

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36 innovative companies re-inventing and rethinking supply chain and logistics

6 River Systems

In higher-traffic markets, Advance Auto Parts has “hub” stores that keep more inventory in-stock to give customers what they need when they need it. Bed Bath & Beyond is also implementing inventory reduction strategies and is on track for a 5% reduction year-over-year by the end of the current fiscal year.