ivalua

MARCH 27, 2023

The first and most visible element of this change are the emergence of Government tax networks or Continuous Transaction Controls (CTC) systems. Almost all governments are looking to onboard CTCs, with most of Europe being covered by 2026. Every supplier will be forced to send Government approved invoices to their clients.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

This can come in several ways, such as electronic updates from your partners or reports provided by your own transportation team, which presents several challenges. A TMS enables the collection of data from your supply chain through integration with data sources and interfaces that are available to your partners. Visibility.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 30, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group, via its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog calls reader attention to two recently published research papers that address evidence of ongoing shifts in global supply component and end production sourcing. The above seems to imply, from our lens, the movement toward China Plus sourcing activity.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The increased geo-political tensions involving influential global nations is more and more spilling over into supply chain sourcing and business policy dimensions. This development follows a partnership announcement in January among the two companies involving Foxconn becoming a supplier of advanced electronic control units for automakers.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

So for the last decade the Procurement teams have been pushing the ‘No-PO, No Pay’ mantra, it’s now even ‘Government Policy’. Meanwhile, Governments (large & small) have seen the opportunity digital technology offers in the automation and policing of tax collection. or Accounting systems (e.g. or Accounting systems (e.g.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 17, 2020

Strategic National Stockpiles and Sourcing for the National Interest! These Rare Earth Elements have long ago been abandoned for mining and processing here in the United States and are part of our reliance on Chinese sources of supply. sourcing #rareearthelements. Subscribe Here! Email Address. What are Rare Earth Elements?

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters posting, we highlight a rather significant reports indicating that Apple is considering sourcing of the chip fabrication of its advanced design semiconductor processers within the U.S. He reportedly added that the consumer electronics giant will likely expand its supply of semiconductor chips from Europe as well.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 16, 2024

This week, business media headlines are citing market quantitative research firm IDC indicating that in Q1-2024, Samsung Electronics surpassed Apple as the designated leader in global smartphone shipments. The Chinese government has banned Apple devices for use in any governmental settings. percent in Q1-2024, to 50.1 million units.

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EC Sourcing Group

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

eSourcing refers to a buyer’s ability to collect different bids from suppliers using an online sourcing solution. Sourcing electronically instead of leaving a paper trail saves time, money, and is a much more efficient way to procure goods and services. Electronic bid submission and advertisement. Seamless communications.

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EC Sourcing Group

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

eSourcing refers to a buyer’s ability to collect different bids from suppliers using an online sourcing solution. Sourcing electronically instead of leaving a paper trail saves time, money, and is a much more efficient way to procure goods and services. Electronic bid submission and advertisement. Seamless communications.

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QAD

AUGUST 16, 2022

With the waves of challenges undermining supply chains across all industries, businesses need improved supplier collaboration, optimal sourcing and quicker ways to respond to shifts in supply and demand. QAD Auctions tailors auction designs to the specific negotiation and award strategies and improves sourcing results.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 13, 2023

Background In early December of 2022, we called Supply Chain Matters reader attention to published reports acknowledging that consumer electronics giant Apple was accelerating actions to source some hardware production outside of China. Reportedly, the current goal is to have upwards of 25 percent of iPhones assembled in India by 2025.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 20, 2020

COVID-19 and the Future of China Sourcing and Manufacture. Unstable government. Government investing in education and infrastructure. Taiwanese firms dominate the world’s electronics manufacturing and lead the way in Original Design Manufacture (ODM). But global dependence on Chinese manufacturing is mind-boggling….

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

This is a public, multinational providing different types of electronic and machinery products for different industries. They source from approximately 15,000 suppliers with a sourcing spend of over €7 billion. But even multi-sourcing is not enough. Their revenues exceed €25 billion. This is quite an accomplishment!

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 11, 2023

Total investments are expected to exceed 10 billion euros consisting of equity injection, debt borrowing, and strong support from the EU and German governments. One prominent area has been that of semiconductor design, fabrication, and assembly needed to support deemed strategic domestic industries and national defense needs.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 7, 2020

And when you order something on line you can electronically track the movement of your items until they arrive at your doorstep. Electronic sensors, GPS, and online cameras can track goods as they move through manufacturing facilities and distribution centres and retail channels. And that same visibility is available for goods.

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QAD

JANUARY 9, 2024

Furthermore, access to electronic documentation creates efficiencies and more accurate reporting. Done correctly, international trade compliance is a source of competitive advantage. A robust transportation execution solution will create and maintain an audit trail for all your shipping and compliance documentation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

One Network’s NEO Platform handles supply chain forecasting, sourcing, planning and execution (with routing and logistics optimization) for what may be the largest supply chain control tower deployment in the world. Identify the source of the problem and fix it. 8 Essential Capabilities to Optimize the Cold Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Citing sources familiar with plans, The Wall Street Journal report ( Paid subscription or metered view ) indicates that the semiconductor producer plans to announce in the coming months the building of a second cutting-edge plant north of Phoenix, Arizona , a presence that the chip maker originally committed to in 2020. has to do so as well.

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20Cube Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2022

However, despite becoming the latest epicenter for sourcing and manufacturing activities, economic growth in certain countries is expected to slow down this year due to various reasons. In case situations stay the way it was in 2021, Asian producers of electronic gadgets would try to keep their prices in check. Political Impacts.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This change was necessitated by a ruling by EU regulators that Apple’s Lightening port placed an undue burden on European smartphone and consumer electronics users where USB-C has become an accepted standard for multiple branded consumer devices. restrictions on companies selling advanced technology to China’s high tech companies.

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2021

In addition, COVID revealed the need for increased downstream fortification as sources — from growers to spinners to mills — became less reliable. Mapping and strengthening the supply network is one thing; but businesses now must take a more important step—completely eliminating and replacing XUAR-based fabric sources.

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Resilinc

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Keep in mind that in mid 2022 supply chain issues were also contributing to inflation, so the government wasn’t totally focused on the implementation of UFLPA. But some of our customers knew that once we were done with the elections, the government (especially CBP), would start doing more on the implementation and enforcement side.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2018

They still rely on paper-based, manual processes; they lack electronic connectivity with most of their trading partners; their data quality is still poor (inaccurate, incomplete, and/or not timely); and they have failed to modernize their IT systems. Source: CIO ).

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2023

Planners in China rely on different data sources and operate with different business practices than those in North America. Finally, from a data perspective, getting better environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data is a real problem. There is no one source that can provide good sustainability data.

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Resilinc

JUNE 11, 2023

To mitigate risk, both use strategies like qualifying additional and alternate sources for high revenue-at-risk components; improving supplier collaboration and planning; and designing products and supply networks for resiliency. During the pandemic, a global electronics manufacturer did just that.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 24, 2022

Supply Chain Matters provides our readers added perspectives on this week’s reports indicating that Apple has initiated plans for production of the upcoming new model iPhone14 to be sourced from both China and India. in the light of increased geo-political, industry competitiveness and government policy tensions. Bob Ferrari.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Local officials began lockdown of districts based on the government wide zero tolerance Covid policy. Citing informed sources, the report indicated that a plan to shift some production to other Foxconn sites in China was underway. If that is correct, then the likely alternatives would be India and Vietnam.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 15, 2022

It requires a high level of government and business responsibility for the quality of manufactured products and their availability at a price for the broad population to preserve the nation’s health, increase labor productivity, andthe quality and length of people’s lives. Pharma software development is relevant and vital today.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Governments including Canada , Germany , and the United Kingdom have enacted special legislation in these areas. Because of pressures from investors along with the governments of Germany and the United States , the automaker completed an audit of this facility in December, reportedly finding no evidence of human rights abuses.

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Exiger Perspectives

JULY 14, 2023

The New Trade Controls Will Likely Prompt Companies to Identify Alternative Sourcing Methods China’s move to restrict exports of two metals used in chipmaking and other goods poses a new threat to global supply chains, and makers of consumer electronics, solar cells, and semiconductors could see disruptions soon. In the U.S.,

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GlobalTranz

MAY 5, 2015

Since 2011, the federal government focused on changing this paradigm and made American manufacturing a priority. government is following suit by establishing a network of manufacturing innovation hubs throughout the country. Next Generation Power Electronics Manufacturing Innovation Institute or Power America. supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As governments continue to enact regulations or release new policy statements, the industry will mature further, creating an even more complex landscape than it is today. A combination of favorable government regulations and a solid grasp of technology makes it a prime environment for cryptocurrency.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2022

Our previously published commentary authored by The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group provided a mid-year assessment of our specific 2022 prediction that restoring more direct control of tactical and strategic materials sourcing would be a driving force for businesses and their supply management teams during 2022. All rights reserved. .

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Rogers pointed out three sources of food supply chain woes: war, COVID-19, and climate change. ” He explains, “The response to a supply chain disruption relies on the ability to identify its source as quickly as possible. ” Food Supply Chain Troubles. 2] They are: • Increase in demand. .” Footnotes. [1]

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 10, 2023

Last year, during the height of Covid-19 related lockdowns across China’s manufacturing regions, local government agencies reportedly worked with Tesla officials to keep the facility operating with the workforce restricted to campus living conditions. Reportedly no financial details were shared regarding the announcement.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

It is an internal document every company is required to maintain under the governance of GDPR Requirements. GDPR requires you to maintain your RoPA in a written format, be it physical or electronic. You can create backups in electronic form. Understand the rules of data privacy. Maintain both digital and physical records.

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