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Supplier Relationship Management in a Time of Fragmented Supply Chains

QAD

Unpredictability is undoubtedly the major issue manufacturers face when dealing with fragmented supply chains. As the supply chain breaks, manufacturers must find new suppliers and new transport routes and find them rapidly, so that production doesn’t come to a halt. So, how can manufacturers respond to these challenges?

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Mid-Year Assessment of 2022 Supply Chain Sourcing Predictions- Part Two

Supply Chain Matters

Our 2022 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chain advisory remains available for complimentary downloading at our Research download site. Restoring More Direct Control in Materials Sourcing. Geo-Political and Hybrid Government Policy Dimensions.

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What’s Good for Consumer Goods Manufacturing?

USC Consulting Group

What’s on the road ahead for consumer goods manufacturing? Here are some trends affecting the consumer goods manufacturing industry today: Consumer Goods Manufacturing Trends Challenges remain on the road ahead, but the ride is getting smoother. Supply chain woes. Geopolitical instability. No, it’s not over yet.

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Mid-Year Assessment of 2022 Supply Chain Predictions- Part One

Supply Chain Matters

Our 2022 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chain advisory remains available for complimentary downloading at our Research download site. Our annual predictions advisory began with a summary of prevailing global economic, financial and manufacturing outlooks. Global Supply Chain and Manufacturing Activity.

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How can o9 assist in solving the energy trilemma going into 2023 and beyond

o9 Solutions

From the earlier post-pandemic shocks to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the acceleration of energy transition, these factors have caused further uncertainty for the oil and gas industry. Decisions are taken at different stages within the supply chain (supply, manufacturing, and distribution) and at different levels.

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The Top 10 Supply Chain Management Challenges for 2023 & Beyond: An In-Depth Look

RFgen

Meanwhile, turmoil in Ukraine is here to stay for the time being. Unstable global markets, trade wars, and fluctuating exchange rates can impact the cost of raw materials, transportation, and production. If you’re a manufacturer, you also know that rising input costs add even more pressure onto already razor-thin margins.

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When Government and Business Global Supply Chain Forces Can Collide

Supply Chain Matters

This week’s address was overshadowed by the newly occurring and deeply concerning Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the looming risk of a land war occurring once again on the European continent. Turning to the domestic side, among the various topics addressed were specific supply chain and manufacturing focused areas.