ToolsGroup

AUGUST 12, 2022

Discover how inventory optimization software powered by AI and machine learning helps you optimize your future stock mix and model uncertainty into your forecast –ensuring you can deliver great customer service and maximize margins across channels. Inventory Visibility. The solution to this challenge? Don’t look to the past. Personalization.

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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.

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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.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 31, 2021

Much of it is caused by surges in COVID-19 in China, Vietnam, and other Asian exporters. But there are also continuing challenges with forecasting demand in this unprecedented time. “On-again, Resilinc’s research indicates that staffing issues arising from the pandemic were a major source of the spike.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

She writes, “Accurate forecasting of unforeseen events is crucial in light of past crises. What alternative sources of supply are available for the essential resources? 9] Parisa Hafezi and Andrew Hayley, “ Exclusive: China presses Iran to rein in Houthi attacks in Red Sea, sources say ,” Reuters, 25 January 2024. [10]

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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?

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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.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Reducing reliance on different modes of transport or a single source location, while diversifying collaborative relationships within the market is key defensive strategy. More and more APAC organisations are starting to invest in improved supply chain forecasting and visibility systems.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

Those who source a significant portion of their goods from China. Also, those retailers who have not already diversified their sourcing options, as some of the major players have, will have little time to do that before the new tariffs kick in, putting them at a distinct disadvantage. But which retailers will be impacted most?

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Supply Chain View from the Field

MARCH 13, 2015

I have been working with Jay Golden at Duke University on the biobased forecasting project for the USDA, seeking to understand the current scope of the biobased product market ( focused on non-fuel, non-food products). We have another 100M metric tons from animal sources.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2019

Managing geopolitical risk has always been a part of procurement and supply management’s job, but as new sources of supply volatility emerge and the threat of tariff escalations increase, managing these risks has become critical. Source: CBOE Volatility Index. Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. 6 months ending 12-Dec-2018.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

Those who source a significant portion of their goods from China. Also, those retailers who have not already diversified their sourcing options, as some of the major players have, will have little time to do that before the new tariffs kick in, putting them at a distinct disadvantage. But which retailers will be impacted most?

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

This index is a compilation of seven ASEAN nations- Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand , and Vietnam. percent in 2022 to a forecasted 3 percent this year, an anticipated 2.9 These nations reportedly account for 98 percent of ASEAN manufacturing value added. percent in 2024.

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Vinculum

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

1) is expected to grow significantly in Southeast Asia with ecommerce leader in Southeast Asia, Indonesia, forecasted to grow from $37.48 The ecommerce revenue growth trends of Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, and Indonesia over the period till 2028 all show a growth of over 60%. billion in 2023 to $60.63

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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. For some Americans, the holiday comes and goes without them even noticing. Consider other manufacturing locations.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

Containers are piling up in ports, international shipping has been hammered, Western companies are battling to source products from traditional suppliers, and disruptions are being experienced throughout the global supply chain. And, according to some analysts, things could get worse—a whole lot worse! Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 2, 2022

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. He additionally indicated that the company is now making deliberate decisions about where to invest in the coming months.

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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. From product concept, sourcing, and ordering to delivery, Gravity helps its clients stay informed every step of the way.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2020

More recently at ATX Networks, I am proud of sourcing and developing new suppliers that have helped us grow into new markets, help capture tactical or long term opportunities, and reduce cost and risk for the company. All kidding aside one of the key lessons I’ve learned is you and your team will always get through a tough situation.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Meanwhile, countries in Southeast Asia, such as Vietnam and Cambodia, are enjoying growth as offshore manufacturing centres. For instance, automated order processing can reduce order processing time, while predictive analytics can help forecast demand more accurately, reducing the risk of stock-outs or excess inventory.

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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.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Crisis Response – At the outset of the crisis, it’s easier to visualise a horizontal and linear supply chain with the 4 flows disrupted and adversely affecting the Core Supply Chain Functions, of Planning, Sourcing, Production, Distribution, last mile Deliveries and returns management or reverse logistics. Diversification.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

And some materials can only be sourced from China. A few have already started importing from Thailand, Vietnam, and India instead of China. The most important thing you can do now is to understand your forecast volumes and speak to your provider (NVO/BCO) to ensure you have the necessary allocations. Final Thoughts.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

More recently at ATX Networks, I am proud of sourcing and developing new suppliers that have helped us grow into new markets, help capture tactical or long term opportunities, and reduce cost and risk for the company. All kidding aside one of the key lessons I’ve learned is you and your team will always get through a tough situation.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 7, 2022

Such strong forecasts mean one inevitable outcome for global carriers—raising rates to stay competitive and deliver the growing volume of packages. Parcel and freight exports from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam to Europe, MEISA, LAC 3 , and some APAC countries and territories 6 – Increasing $0.10

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 10, 2022

Shipments From Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, or Taiwan to the U.S. Surcharges are the result of greater forecasted demand, and even still, carriers have the option to add additional surcharges and adjust the above schedule of surcharges accordingly. 31, 2022–Jan.

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EMERGE App

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Source Sensibly and Sustainably. South-East Asian nations such as Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines are ready with substitutes or alternative suppliers. Forecast the Future. Begin by making better sales forecasts and purchases , thus avoiding tying up valuable cash in stock. Go Forth with International Trade.

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EMERGE App

JANUARY 8, 2019

By seeing what’s selling well at large and popular retailers such as Amazon, we can extrapolate or forecast trending ideas that will hopefully continue into 2019. However, as we shall see, forecasting is more an art than science. For wholesalers, string lights are easily sourced from China. Fads can come and go in a blink.

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