Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

As 2022 kicks in, the manufacturing sector is being shaped by technological change and the Covid-19 pandemic. Digital, connected and smart systems are on the rise, while at the same time manufacturers face challenges such as the ‘Great Resignation’ and clogged-up supply chains – as well as increasing demand for sustainable products.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 22, 2024

Causal AI offers the tantalizing promise of being able to unravel the intricate web of cause-and-effect relationships that govern business operations. Available-to-promise functionality seeks to ensure a company has the requisite manufacturing and logistics capacity to deliver an order to a customer on the date they want it.

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Synovos

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Manufacturing plants are now competing for wages that were unheard of five or six years ago,” explains William Brummett, Vice President of New Business Development at RS Integrated Supply, a global Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supply chain services company that provides outsourced procurement and storeroom solutions.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 2, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , halted a consecutive five-months of contraction levels to that of no-change. The S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI® had a February value of 47.3,

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2023

However, we discern some added signs excess inventories and of production sourcing shifts. Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. From our lens, the latter is evidence of recessionary manufacturing conditions that are now stabilizing. That stated, the reported 49.6

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 13, 2023

New manufacturing data reveals the small to medium manufacturing sector remains in recovery mode, with global performance largely mapping to local economic conditions. New Zealand manufacturing, meanwhile, is at an historic inflection point, with stagnant performance in multiple sectors.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen.

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Unleashed

JUNE 15, 2021

Contract manufacturing is when a business outsources certain manufacturing requirements to another. It is often used by major companies requiring the mass production of goods that find it more financially viable to outsource the manufacturing. Who uses contract manufacturing? How does contract manufacturing work?

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

This global, Tier 1 manufacturer is headquartered in Stockholm and had revenues of over $8 billion last year. in turn, is a boutique procurement consultancy. Professionals from procurement, compliance, logistics, sustainability, information-security and several other internal stakeholder all use the solution for different reasons.

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AIMMS

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Overlooking sustainability can present substantial revenue risks, while embracing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles can unlock a $2.1 Regulatory Compliance: Governments worldwide are implementing stricter environmental regulations, making compliance not just an ethical obligation but a legal one.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 25, 2022

Restoring More Direct Control in Materials Sourcing. Prediction Two of this year predictions indicated the following: Restoring More Direct Control in Strategic and Tactical Direct Material Sourcing Will be the Driving Force for Businesses and their Supply Chain Management Teams in the Coming Year.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Editor's Note: Today's blog is by our great friend, Chuck Intrieri where he gives us a fantastic example of how Procurement and Suppliers can enhance Supplier Relations by navigating the "Battle of the Forms.". The question becomes, is there a contract at all, and if so, whose terms govern – the Buyers or the Suppliers?

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ivalua

MARCH 17, 2021

Office of Management and Budget (OMB) estimates federal grants to states and local governments in FY2019 totaled nearly three quarters of a trillion dollars. Typically they’re presented with three options; increase taxes, increase fees, or pursue federal resources. Reason No. 1 – Grants are Mission Critical. Reason No.

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DiManEx

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

In this article, I will explore how additive manufacturing (otherwise known as 3D printing) can help you mitigate supply chain risk. I will also address the risks that are inherent to additive manufacturing, and how working with a digital supply platform can help you address them. Embedding 3D printing in your risk mitigation strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2024

Infor’s CEO, Kevin Samuelson Infor’s strategy for differentiating their business from competitors like SAP and Oracle rests on a truly differentiated approach to ensuring that their customers get ongoing value from the business applications they purchase. Infor customers were present and spoke at this summit.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Check out What is Virtual Procurement and Why Should You Care? Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? Secondarily, we will include information from other procurement professionals and procurement firms about their experiences, what they forecast, and what they are seeing.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 20, 2019

A tiered approach to supplier onboarding helps Sourcing and Procurement leaders develop a sensible list of checks and resources. Internally driven qualifying checks include requirements by departments such as Legal, Finance, Engineering, Procurement and Diversity. Onboarding to Bridge Upstream and Downstream Sourcing .

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 3, 2024

Leaders will again be presented with an environment of uncertainty and differing economic, financial and risk based outlooks, depending on geographic region, or specific industry product demand or supply network sector. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Activity Levels- Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 8, 2024

Global Production Continues to Contract Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® ended 2023 on a noted lackluster footing. Manufacturing production reportedly contracted at a slightly quicker pace in December, dashing hopes for a point of stabilization. The December reading of 49.0

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Vinculum

APRIL 29, 2020

Present scenario. With most manufacturing units/factories being shut down, supply chains have been disrupted leading to auxiliary crises. At the outset of this global crisis, data governance is even more crucial for retail giants. They are relying on retailers and eCommerce platforms for purchasing essential stuff online.

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RFgen

JULY 11, 2016

Offshoring offers manufacturers many supply and labor benefits, but it can also present supply chain logistics management obstacles. Forbes explained how Mexico is currently undergoing manufacturing growth that makes the country an ideal candidate for production. Mexico is a Smart Manufacturing Choice. Ford is a U.S.

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RFgen

JULY 11, 2016

Offshoring offers manufacturers many supply and labor benefits, but it can also present supply chain logistics management obstacles. Forbes explained how Mexico is currently undergoing manufacturing growth that makes the country an ideal candidate for production. Mexico is a Smart Manufacturing Choice. Ford is a U.S.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

More than ever before, globalization and the associated falling costs of manufacturing, transportation, and coordination present businesses with a tremendous opportunity to produce and deliver products and services at scale. They enable companies to secure the long-term viability of their business and social license to operate.

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Logility

OCTOBER 6, 2021

For fashion companies, for example, supply chain traceability solutions document the chain of custody of your goods and inputs from the cotton source to the importer of record. They want to be confident that they are not hurting the environment or supporting unfair labor practices with their purchases. Verifiable Sustainability Claims.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Justin Dillon , founder and CEO of FRDM, indicates that consumers are often the catalysts who stir governments and businesses into action. When he first became active in the anti-slavery movement, he says, “Consumers showed up first, which is the fuel for politics and for governments to act.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 28, 2023

From using insourcing and supplier diversification to insurance and other risk transfer solutions, both firms and governments need to leverage every tool available to build resiliency.” These scenarios should be able to take alternate views of demand signals and align them with the increasingly constrained supply and capacity sources.

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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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Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 13, 2018

A new report assesses the importance of 37 materials to these industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks. One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides monthly highlight commentary and perspectives on published January 2023 global manufacturing PMI and supply chain activity indices. Our previous posting in this series of global wide manufacturing PMI highlights was in early January summarizing both December and Q4-2022 reported indices data. increased 0.4

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our second post in a collaborative blog post series about mobility in manufacturing & logistics along with Catavolt, who helps manufacturing organizations drive operational excellence with mobile apps. What is “The Internet of Things” Impact on Manufacturing & Logistics?

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Claritum

MAY 12, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Technologies and Procurement Table. There are a lot of articles around on what Procurement needs to do; how Procurement needs to change; and how technology will fundamentally change Procurement. 2 Technologies and Procurement Table. Virtual Procurement Agents.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 5, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , provided a banner headline of global manufacturing output edging only slightly higher. That stated, the reported value of 49.6 declined 1.5

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 27, 2022

” If that news isn’t grim enough, the staff at Fetch Rewards insists, “Food inflation [is actually] higher than government data.”[2] On the supply side, it can be difficult for grocers and consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers to keep up with these changes. Retailer and manufacturer responses.

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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.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters commentary, we highlight a series of fast-moving events that have involved Foxconn , a prime contract manufacturing service provider producing iPhones in China. . Local officials began lockdown of districts based on the government wide zero tolerance Covid policy. Ongoing Chronology.

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DynaSys

DECEMBER 17, 2019

So what will that future look like and how will the transition present itself. Some publications focus on the recycling aspect, others on carbon emissions and others on sustainable sourcing. In this post, I want to describe two ways in which manufacturers may be impacted. Sustainable Sourcing. Something has to give.

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