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Global Production Activity Levels Remain in Contraction at the End of 2024

Supply Chain Matters

Source: Various published PMI reporting, 2024 and compiled by Ferrari Consulting and Research Group LLC This same global wide indicator ended 2023 at a value of 48.8 The consumer goods sector was contrasted with output rising for the seventeenth consecutive month. and thus 2024 provided a 0.8

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Not up to Promethean Standards: Greece’s Pharmaceutical Supply Chain is Worryingly Weak

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source: It Makes Sense Blog. Sales in Greece are down 20 - 25%, according to the Economist, which could lead to further unemployment if the low numbers persist. Whether or not Greece stays in the Euro, its supply chain problems will continue to plague Greek citizens and countries that rely on Greek products. A Sisyphean Task.

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Enhancing Logistical Efficiency: Strategies for Improvement

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Logistical Efficiency in Sourcing, Distribution, and Delivery Local Sourcing: While offering potential environmental benefits, local sourcing introduces complexities like smaller vehicle sizes and less-than-full loads. Balancing consumer preferences for locally sourced products with logistical efficiency is crucial.

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Is Logistics Outsourcing Right for Your Company?

Supply Chain Movement

From local truck transportation to global supply chain management systems, from produce sourcing to consulting based on practical experience to outsourcing, C.H. Integrated technology gathers data from all parts of the supply chain and provides full visibility to orders and costs. Falkland Islands (Malvinas). Faroe Islands. French Guiana.

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Will the Downturn Signal an Upturn?

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First it was the downturn in Southern Europe, followed by the economic crisis in Greece and now the devaluation of the Yuan. Here are some facts to consider as you build your case: 1) Market Volatility Has Never Been Higher. The hits keep on playing. The global economy is slowing, and volatility is rising.

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Global PMI Levels in August Remain Sluggish

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From our lens, the August data further reflects ongoing shifts in production sourcing within specific industry sectors. The top producing nations by notion of highest PMI levels were noted as India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Greece and Russia. The three specific regions of concern are the Eurozone, United Kingdom along with Taiwan.

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Global Wide Manufacturing Output Strengthens in March 2024

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India has again demonstrated the highest level of PMI growth and the report authors point to Greece, Indonesia, Russia and Brazil as demonstrating stronger rates of expansion. Observed was that manufacturing conditions across Greece have improved to the sharpest extent in two years. along with Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia.