QAD

MARCH 14, 2024

Welcome to the latest episode wrap-up of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast, where Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I unravel the complexities and unveil the insights driving innovation in the automotive supply chain. EV battery materials are particularly hot in the US right now thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 1, 2022

I just returned from the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Conference in Detroit. Sensing and predicting disruptions as early as possible will allow organizations to develop proactive risk mitigation strategies and lower premium freight. I am feeling energized by what I learned and the people I spoke to while there.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2019

According to see CCJ Digital.com , trucks North America has expanded the availability of the Detroit connect analytics to new truck models, which will allow more shippers to leverage information gained through IoT-enabled sensors and logs.

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IQMS

JANUARY 21, 2021

Customers reward manufacturers who have the greatest supply chain transparency and most effective sustainability strategies with more sales. Somachini produces heavy truck timing gears for Detroit Diesel and Daimler to Germany, specializing in high precision, high volume production.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The report indicates that while strategies that former CEO Clark initiated for this start-up to be a broader services and logistics execution provider will continue, a renewed emphasis on cost cutting was essential. Thomas, Ontario , upwards of a two hour drive from Detroit.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

The UAW elected a strategy that avoids a massive strike action, and instead focus on rolling work stoppages targeted at individual automakers most popular and profitable car models. based production and supply network strategies in the coming years. Professor Jacobs is a noted observer and published author on labor union strategy.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 3, 2020

Regardless of which scenario proves to be more accurate, Yildiz and Yan see three broad promising strategies for firms can adopt. These are great strategies until a major catastrophe comes, when firms desperately need buffer inventory, alternative suppliers and flexibility in manufacturing. ” The way ahead. They are: 1.

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QAD

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Likewise, the action never stops here at the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast, because Cathy Fisher of Quistem, Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I never miss a beat on supporting your organization in “delivering on the promise of delivery.”

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o9 Solutions

MARCH 1, 2021

Digitally transforming processes within large enterprises requires the right technology, a solid strategy, and outstanding leadership. In his last role with Coca-Cola, he led the Global Supply Chain Strategy team and was responsible for providing strong franchise leadership for the Coca-Cola system. ” – Chris Gaffney.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In its reporting, The Wall Street Journal indicated today: “ The United Auto Workers campaign against Detroit’s three automakers can be described as one thing for the union: a win. The CFO of Ford Motor has already indicated to company investors that the new labor contract will add $850 to $900 in added labor expenses per vehicle.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2013

Wal-Mart seeks to tether small stores to big ones ( The Detroit News ). The spotlight is starting to shine on home delivery, as retailers and others look for ways to execute on their omni-channel fulfillment and same-day delivery strategies. FedEx Expands SenseAware® Capabilities with Cryogenic Probe.

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QAD

OCTOBER 13, 2022

This episode with Sherise Brown and Katrina Allen of Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) may be one of our very favorites. She described how supply chain IT professionals contribute to strategy and business operations and are not limited to a narrow focus on technology. Episode #12: The Many Dimensions of Supply Chain Success.

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QAD

AUGUST 17, 2023

That’s because Cathy Fisher of Quistem, Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I never miss a beat when it comes to breaking down the auto supply chain with actionable insights that will help your business prepare for the next season, fiscal year or 10 years into the future.

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QAD

MAY 30, 2023

Change is constant in the automotive world and Cathy Fisher of Quistem, Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I strongly believe that building a resilient supply chain requires the work of so much more than one company or a few thought leaders. It takes a village; an industry. And that’s why we created the Auto Supply Chain Prophets.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Season 1 of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast is a wrap and Cathy Fisher of Quistem , Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit and I couldn’t be more proud. We also discuss strategies for managing volatility, OEM risks to watch for and what to do with customers who don’t hold up their end of the contract. Episode #22: Happy Holidays!

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 31, 2022

billion has been raised from an initial public offering, with corporate strategy aiming to focus on acquiring adequate manufacturing capacity and demonstrating capability and actual delivery of designed vehicles to the market in order to garner a first-mover advantage in the EV market segment. Thus far, $13.7

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 14, 2016

For example, the top 5 border crossings are Laredo, Detroit, Buffalo, Port Huron, and Otay Mesa. Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing.

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TMC

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

But it is possible to stay a step ahead of events by identifying the risk factors, and developing a strategy for managing the main threats. A key battleground region that stretches from Detroit in the north to Houston in south is especially sensitive to such trade-offs. Multiple risks. “K” Vessel size is a further consideration.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Speakers are the SCRC meeting yesterday and today continued to speak more on the topic of transportation strategy given increasing challenges in the transportation sector, and the need for an effective transportation management strategy. As an example, Adam Ruff mentioned the big border crossing across the Detroit River.

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 28, 2023

The Toyota way eventually swept across the industry, and a new jargon (and mindset) made its way to Detroit, with terms like Kaizen , Kanban , and Genchi Genbutsu. In the 1970s, Japan rocked the automotive world by mass producing high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles at highly competitive prices.

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Resilinc

JANUARY 19, 2022

spokesperson noted that this was not Toyota’s goal – and likely not sustainable – the change in ranking is widely seen as a vindication of Toyota’s supply chain strategies. But the efficiency benefits were so compelling that eventually “every car maker from Detroit to Wolfsburg adopted a version” of the Toyota system.

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QAD

APRIL 25, 2023

He breaks down how people get stuck in their comfort zones AND (the really great part) strategies on how to unstick them! Grant’s breakthrough strategies include ideas like “think like a researcher” and “motivational interviewing”. Were the participants from Detroit or India? How Can We Break Free of Old Ideas?

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 26, 2015

After all, over a hundred years after Henry Ford revolutionized car manufacturing, automobile R&D and production are still tightly clustered in Detroit. competitive, we need a coordinated National Manufacturing Strategy. The Silicon Valley’s success is not unique. To keep the U.S.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

Steve described his experience this afternoon over pizza and sodas in Detroit. These types of thoughts on cost drivers and risk didn’t come from just the buying activity, differentiated the strategy and established the optimal approach to buying.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 15, 2023

Thomas, Ontario , upwards of a two hour drive from Detroit. The global automaker has previously indicated a strategy to establish regionally based EV supply networks to support the major markets of Europe , China , and North America. Plans reportedly call for the facility to be operational by 2027.

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Resilinc

JANUARY 18, 2022

spokesperson noted that beating GM was “not our goal, nor do we see it as sustainable,” the change in ranking is widely seen as a vindication of Toyota’s supply chain strategies. But the efficiency benefits were so compelling that eventually “every car maker from Detroit to Wolfsburg adopted a version” of the Toyota system.

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Resilinc

JANUARY 17, 2022

While Toyota was careful not to gloat, the change in ranking is widely seen as a vindication of Toyota’s supply chain strategies. This shift was a remarkable change for Toyota, which basically invented the strategies that shaped global supply chains over the second half of the 20 th Century. By the year’s end, Toyota’s U.S.

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DynaSys

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Says speaker Josh Linkner, jazz guitarist and founder of digital promotions company ePrize (now HelloWorld) and Detroit Venture Partners. However beautiful the strategy, you should occasionally look at the results.” The forecast does not end with the strategy presentation and implementation. Gartner’s Sr.

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QAD

JUNE 13, 2023

Suddenly, it became all too apparent that a consolidated global supply chain reliant on a single nation for many raw materials and finished products wasn’t such a good strategy after all. But it’s within the context of a bigger global strategy that companies are considering at this point,” continues Rosemary.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

At Micron, Freeman developed and managed the company’s robust supply chain risk management strategy and programs, which uses Resilinc’s suite of tools and solutions. You’ve run it twice, once at Wayne State University in Detroit and once in San José. What are some touchpoints for this internal “sales job”?

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 24, 2023

Thomas , Ontario , upwards of a two hour drive from Detroit. This facility, which will represent VW’s first battery production facility outside of Europe , is to be located in the city of St. Plans reportedly call for the facility to be operational by 2027. Factors that reportedly influenced this automaker were the U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

billion facility will be located in Marshall, Michigan , about 100 miles west of Detroit. Ford’ s sourcing strategy is different from other automakers from a technology collaboration and other aspects including the direct control of all production operations and worker labor negotiations. This planned $3.5

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2016

Often companies put together a strategy based on localized, tactical objectives. Prior to Kewill, Walter led the worldwide commercial efforts for the IBM Sterling TMS solution, providing strategy and executive leadership for IBM’s global supply chain execution portfolio. Consider the bigger picture.

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TMC

DECEMBER 8, 2016

The trade-offs are especially critical for destinations in a “battleground” region that stretches from Detroit in the north to Houston in the south. For example, a higher cost could be part of a strategy to win market share and align product transportation with that mission.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2024

A weekly look at environmental, social and governance issues and strategies for corporate decision makers. employing about 150,000 hourly workers after winning record new contracts with the Detroit Three automakers. The company, based in Bentonville, AR said that 75 percent of net U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Ontario Premier Doug Ford called the Ambassador Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, a “vital trade artery.” More companies are adopting inclusion programs as part of their labor strategy. It carries 25 percent of trade between the countries.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Rich Weissman, a former supply chain professional turned journalist, explains, “From Detroit to Brexit to China and beyond, vague economic threats and counter threats may be fodder for the breaking news junkies, but they run counter to normal business planning and operations.

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