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How manufacturers can respond to supply chain disruptions

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The further disruption caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could cause major disruptions to the global supply chain and impact South Africa. Industries such as high-tech electronics and semiconductors, and rare earth minerals are highly susceptible to unpredictability.

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100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

ToolsGroup

While the industry continues to be rocked by world events, uncertainty has become the new normal. How the War in Ukraine is Impacting the Supply Chain and Raw Material Prices. But, before we dig into the data – let’s start on a positive note: Supply Chain Statistics Show Challenges, but the Industry Remains Resilient.

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Editor’s Choice: Aluminum Can Shortage Defines a New Normal for Food Packaging

Logistics Viewpoints

This shortage is the culmination of various ongoing issues – geopolitical tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war, the rapid shift in consumer buying behavior and container freight availability. Beer and food industries are particularly affected by the shortages of aluminum cans as most customers prefer take-home packaging.

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When Variability Is Our Only Constant

Supply Chain Shaman

With the mounting devastation in Ukraine, my heavy heart is a roadblock to writing. ” Corporations serve international markets, and the source of rare minerals (so critical for the evolution of the green supply chain) is primarily Asia. Others argue the demise of global sourcing; might I add caution?

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This Week in Logistics News (February 19 – 25)

Logistics Viewpoints

In some industries, the pandemic’s effects on demand were more sudden and severe than any recession scenario companies had planned for. Now of course, companies must map out the potential impacts of the Russia Ukraine war. Russia Attacks Ukraine. Russia shells Ukraine. This week’s news will all center on this war.

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Russia-Ukraine War Snarls Global Supply Chains

Intelligent Audit

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war continues to impact global supply chains, and it’s much more than many realize. Despite these significant complications enveloping the industry, shippers must know what’s happening, the current impacts, and what changes are predicted as the war and other disruptions endure. Meanwhile, major U.S.

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5 Megatrends Shaping Supply Chain Innovations

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

In these times of global turmoil, there are five (5) important megatrends shaping supply chain innovations in the coming years, namely in e-fulfillment, sourcing, food and agriculture, labour intensive operations, and halal supply chain management. From global to local and regional sourcing. Marco Tieman – CEO, LBB International.