Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

2] Included in her overview are: the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian conflict; the Israeli-Gaza conflict; Houthi attacks in the Red Sea; tensions between China and Taiwan; China’s hegemonic ambitions, leading to territorial conflicts with Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan, and India; and rising concerns about North Korean aggression.

Risk Management 130

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Resilinc

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Resilinc agrees with economists and analysts who forecast a dampening of the recovery through 2021. Forecasters such as IHS Markit and Oxford Economics have downgraded their 2021 forecasts in the last several months, but they are still forecasting YOY growth of about 6%. Here is an overview: H2 2021: Recovery, disrupted.

Optimal Sourcing 62

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

MARCH 10, 2023

If manufacturing didn’t continue to have supply chain interruptions, if labor had been more available, 2022 truly could have been full throttle. Conventional freight market forecasts center around the confluence of 2 primary factors: supply of seated trucks vs demand for truck capacity. Some missed by a mile.

Freight 98

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In our prior highlights and perceptions of September and Q3-2023 published indices , we observed that the numbers once again signaled added contraction in global manufacturing output and product demand levels. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. down from the 49.2

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

One equity investment firm indicated that the shortfall in operating income for Express business was over 75 percent lower than forecasted. Revenues for the FedEx Ground unit, this carrier’s engine of E-Commerce last-mile fulfillment, came in at $300 million below forecast. Are holiday forecasts too optimistic?

Cost Reduction Strategies 59

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Resilinc

AUGUST 31, 2021

Even the rush to invest in new semiconductor manufacturing is exacerbating the shortages. Even the equipment used to make semiconductors requires a lot of semiconductors, accordingly “lead times for new semiconductor manufacturing equipment are out 12 months.”. Then the Delta variant hit, changing demand again.”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 14, 2022

In a prior 2023 predictions focused initial blog we highlighted the IMF’s sobering economic forecast which calls for 2.7 In a prior 2023 predictions focused initial blog we highlighted the IMF’s sobering economic forecast which calls for 2.7 The IMF Global Economic Outlook Forecast anticipates 3.2 Global Economic Themes.

Supply Chain Software 52

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 10, 2021

I packed my (one) bag to start a considerable journey into becoming a Supply Chain Professional from the manufacturing floor up, with Detmold (Detpak) Packaging. . I took up a role to develop and facilitate the regional S&OP program for BlueScope steel, spanning, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia.

Sourcing Strategies 162

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QAD

JUNE 13, 2023

It’s no secret that putting all of your eggs in one basket probably isn’t the best idea, but that’s exactly what manufacturers around the world have been doing for years in offshoring production to China. That includes front-end forecasting and planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics and import/export.

Supply Chain Planning Software 90

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QAD

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Manufacturing in South Korea. The South Korean government began encouraging investment in manufacturing technologies, especially for high-tech and automotive industries. Typical manufacturing products made in South Korea include electronics, telecommunications, automobiles, chemicals, shipbuilding, mining and steel.

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Material Handling & Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

With Chinese New Year approaching fast workers will travel throughout the country to return to their families and celebrate the New Year, with all manufacturing shutting down for the duration. Provide a forecast of your expected cargo to your shipper’s representative. Vietnam – Lunar New Year – February 14-20 .

How To 85

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 18, 2019

In mainland China (and even in other countries that celebrate the holiday such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei), the Chinese New Year holiday is a very big deal. Consider other manufacturing locations. Some manufacturers will have operations in several different countries.

How To 136

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

More and more APAC organisations are starting to invest in improved supply chain forecasting and visibility systems. In Asia in particular, we see the market looking to multiple low-cost locations such as Vietnam or Thailand, away from reliance on China.

Sourcing Strategies 246

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

negotiating lower costs from Chinese manufacturers where they have leverage. While Vietnam is a popular choice, reports are surfacing that the country’s limited manufacturing capacity is already heavily booked and their ports and other infrastructure are maxed out. increasing inventory before the deadline.

Optimal Sourcing 48

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 2, 2022

The manufacturer has now reduced its expectations for industrywide smartphone shipments to flat or minimal growth. Apple has for the past two years, begin shifting some of its contract manufacturing capacity for certain models of iPhones outside of China to areas such as Vietnam and India.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

To date, most of our content has covered topics related either to logistics or manufacturing outsourcing. Meanwhile, countries in Southeast Asia, such as Vietnam and Cambodia, are enjoying growth as offshore manufacturing centres.

Optimal Sourcing 73

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Material Handling & Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2019

Tariffs aside, manufacturing in China has been buffeted by security concerns and rising wages, making the region less attractive to manufacturers. China dominates the manufacture of certain components, so while a move to Vietnam or Mexico might allay some concerns, it will create others around quality and part availability. .

Supply Chain Planning Software 66

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

negotiating lower costs from Chinese manufacturers where they have leverage. While Vietnam is a popular choice, reports are surfacing that the country’s limited manufacturing capacity is already heavily booked and their ports and other infrastructure are maxed out. increasing inventory before the deadline.

Optimal Sourcing 40

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Requis

OCTOBER 30, 2020

There are much better planning and forecasting systems now. Manufacturing sites have been rationalized in terms of, “we don’t need five factories in this country, we only need three, then two, then we don’t need them at all, we’ll move them to China”. There’s a huge swathe of companies that have shockingly poor forecasting accuracy.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 19, 2016

In the last three years we’ve developed our strategy, centralised procurement, purchasing and manufacturing aligned our portfolios across all categories globally and developed our exclusive brands portfolio. My role includes purchasing, product development, product management, category management, supply chain and manufacturing.

Supply and Demand 60

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EazyStock

AUGUST 8, 2023

Chinese New Year shutdowns Every year factories in China (and other countries that celebrate the Lunar New Year, such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei) shut down so that their workers can celebrate Chinese New Year. For example, how much extra stock do you order to cover your forecasts?

Inventory Reduction 52

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

It adds that while all its manufacturing partner sites in that country have reopened, they are ramping up more slowly than expected. In the United States , automotive stocks have fallen as manufacturers General Motors, Ford, Toyota, and Fiat Chrysler scramble to find parts and Moody’s Investor Service forecasts a drop of 2.5%

Manufacturing Procurement 59

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Bristlecone

MARCH 23, 2020

The clothing and mid-market fashion goods sector relies heavily on China for fabrics like cotton and silk, as well as China’s manufacturing capabilities. High-Tech and Semiconductors: The most important tradeshows are cancelled, and Apple is likely to miss their forecasts as suggested by TrendForce, a supply chain analytics provider.

Supply Chain Planning 52

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

In recent months, Japanese investors have prioritized the Philippines in their list of promising Asian manufacturing locations owing to the country’s positive economic outlook and steady growth. The Philippines is now ranked next to China, overtaking Thailand and Vietnam. Murata Manufacturing Co., to manufacture Mirage model.

Philippines 60

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2020

In my case I graduated with an Electrical Engineering degree in 1990 and started my career with IBM Manufacturing in Toronto, doing test engineering. There are always going to be breakdowns in communication, un-forecasted demand, missed pick-ups, quality problems, unforeseen disruptions due to strikes, floods, volcano’s, whatever.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

In addition, some companies I’ve spoken with are considering a shift in manufacturing locations to avoid the tariffs. A few have already started importing from Thailand, Vietnam, and India instead of China. This type of move is not an option for everyone. Final Thoughts.

Shipping 34

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Taulia

JUNE 11, 2018

have also been falling in general , but other countries like Vietnam have seen benefits from the trade war, with their exports rising by 21% year on year. In uncertain times, suppliers tend to need more liquidity as they struggle to achieve certainty and confidence in their business forecasts. Chinese exports to the U.S.

Supply Chain Planning 40

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Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

made great use of this innovation during the Vietnam War to ship supplies to soldiers, who sometimes even used the containers as shelters … This innovation made the modern globalized world possible. manufacturers have increasingly relied on parts produced in low-cost countries, especially China, a practice known as offshoring.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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QAD

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As President and CEO of AutoForecast Solutions, he has been advising tiered suppliers, vehicle manufacturers, government agencies, financial institutions, and the academic community fo r over 25 y ears. “We We forecast every new vehicle to be built worldwide for the next 8 years,” McCabe opens.

Automotive 90

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Unleashed

MARCH 31, 2021

When we refer to the ‘supply chain’, we’re referring to the network of suppliers, manufacturers, producers, shipping companies and more who, when combined, produce, ship and sell products and services to end-users. The life of coffee begins with growers in the likes of Brazil or Vietnam. But, is there a difference?

Supply Chain Planning Software 69

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Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

A senior executive from a large global manufacturer came to speak in my MBA class this week, and discussed the major shifts in global business that was occurring due to the emergence of omni-channel capabilities in the supply chain. A few of these were discussed in our class last night by this executive.

Supply Chain Design Software 60

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

In my case I graduated with an Electrical Engineering degree in 1990 and started my career with IBM Manufacturing in Toronto, doing test engineering. There are always going to be breakdowns in communication, un-forecasted demand, missed pick-ups, quality problems, unforeseen disruptions due to strikes, floods, volcano’s, whatever.

Supply Chain Network Software 40

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Elementum

OCTOBER 29, 2015

Consider manufacturing companies: “It used to be—go to China for products, parts, and material. Now, though, we might go to China for some things, but for assembly we might go to Vietnam, Malaysia, or more recently, an African country. But supply chains are not only longer, they are more dynamic and complex. He laughed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

In a highly globalised and integrated world economy, China plays a pre-eminent role as a manufacturing heavyweight – the factory of the world representing 17%-20% of world GDP. Reliable and accurate demand forecasting was almost impossible. Arising from the pandemic is risk diversification i.e. reducing sourcing risks from China.

Supply Chain Disruption 41

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 21, 2019

Vietnam to become world’s factory? Vietnam may just come out on top of the trade disruptions. With a strong infrastructure, including a deep-sea port that serves mega-vessels, Vietnam could be on track to replace China as the world’s factory. Industrial policies favor domestic commodities. Depreciation of China’s renminbi.

Asia 34

Asia China Vietnam Singapore 34

EMERGE App

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Or follow your savvy suppliers and manufacturers as they open production lines in another country. Just like looking for suppliers and manufacturers in China, you may have to apply the same principles and common sense in evaluating business partners. Forecast the Future. Take Control of Wholesale.

Inventory Management Software 60

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