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The Single Point of Failure in Supply Chain – Baby Formula!

Supply Chain Game Changer

After 2 infant deaths an FDA investigation of Abbott resulted in the closure of their Michigan production facility and recalls of product made in that building. Given lack of strict adherence to FDA guidelines, imports from Europe and elsewhere have been curtailed, further restricting necessary supply lines. Trade Policy.

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Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 16-20

QAD

In this episode, Cathy Fisher and I dive headlong into two of the most widely consulted, but notoriously complex protocols for automotive supply chain management: the Automotive Industry Action Group’s (AIAG) Global Materials Management Operational Guidelines/Logistical Evaluation (MMOG/LE) and International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949.

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Logistics Market Stays Flat as May Begins

Zipline Logistics

The state limited some dine-in capabilities at restaurants, but it will even relax these guidelines beginning May 11. . The state has allowed all facilities to reopen if they follow proper social distancing guidelines. . Michigan . Some of Michigan’s stay-at-home order was relaxed at the end of April. California .

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Don’t Get Caught Off-Guard: Preparing for July 2016 SOLAS Shipper Mandates

Talking Logistics

degree in Communications from Michigan State University. Shippers, beneficial cargo owners or non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs) are responsible for verifying weights. Shippers are required to communicate verified weights in a shipping document. Michelle earned a B.A.

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

This increase is a result of many states loosening or completely lifting virus guidelines for businesses. The state has allowed all facilities to reopen if they follow proper social distancing guidelines. Shippers should check with supply chain partners when doing business in Michigan. Status: Mostly Open. Mississippi.

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Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 26-31

QAD

These were just a couple of the questions we had the opportunity to delve into on the sidelines of the 2022 Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) Annual Automotive Supplier Conference in Novi, Michigan, and the answers may surprise you.

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Putting the “S” Back in the S&OP Planning Process

Supply Chain Opz

Professor Zondag is a professor from supply chain program at Western Michigan University which is ranked one of the best program in the nation. Based on our research we formulated 3 crucial strategic guidelines for setting up or re-designing a company’s S&OP process.

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