Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Over the last five years, I have helped two companies, Sonoco Products and Owens Illinois (OI) with their selection of technologies to improve Sales and Operations (S&OP) planning. Both companies provide packaging materials to the food manufacturing industry. Owens Illinois provides glass products and Sonoco Products provides flexible packaging. Six years ago, Owens Illinois’ primary question was IT standardization versus the choice of best-of-breed vendor.

Illinois 219

Illinois Packaging Supply Chain Strategy Food 219

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Approximately 60 percent of today's unfilled manufacturing jobs are due to a shortage of applicants with sufficient proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and math ( STEM ) skills. This estimate is according to responses provided by 83 percent of the manufacturing executives who participated in a survey conducted as part of an industry study by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte Consulting LLP. capacity to keep pace with needs of manufacturing.

Manufacturing 262

Manufacturing Illinois Training Education 262

USC Consulting Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

What are the major food and beverage manufacturing trends on tap for 2020? Here’s more on this and what other aspects of these food manufacturing trends that will be “in” as Americans shop for snacks, brunch, breakfast, and lunch: 1.

Beverage 67

Beverage Food District of Columbia Detroit 67

RFgen

JANUARY 27, 2016

manufacturers will no longer be allowed to use tiny plastic materials called microbeads in health, hygiene and beauty products. Illinois was the first in an attempt to keep microbeads out of the great lakes. In 2017, the national ban on microbead manufacturing will begin.

Illinois 52

Illinois Manufacturing New York Journal 52

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 6, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a blog and infographic from The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). manufacturers to help the>m create and retain jobs, increase profits, and save time and money. December 5, 2016 was the 225th anniversary of Alexander Hamilton’s report on manufacturing to Congress. Alexander Hamilton: The First Government Expert & Champion on Manufacturing.

Manufacturing 241

Manufacturing Puerto Rico Illinois United States 241

Supply Chain Digest

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

Chinese Manufacturers Thrive on Government Subsides, IKEA DC Going Solar Big Time in Illinois, LTL Carriers Retain Pricing Power Even in Face of Weak Volumes, Singles Day Sales Continue Rapid Growth

Illinois 40

Illinois DC Government Manufacturing 40

Kinaxis

OCTOBER 31, 2016

The reason: Illinois produces about 90% of sugar pumpkins each year. But when Mother Nature (in the form of heavy rains) hit Illinois hard, half of the crop was wiped out. In response to the RFID hype started by Wal-Mart, RFID manufactures and investors poured in large amounts of money. by Teresa Chiykowski Warning: This blog post isn’t for the faint of heart. In fact, I should include a PG-13 rating on it.

Illinois 149

Illinois Supply Chain Survey Journal 149

Logility

JANUARY 15, 2014

To understand the value of S&OP, let’s contrast Keith’s performance to one of his competitors Owens Illinois. Comparison of Owens Illinois Versus Sonoco Products for the Period of 2000-2012. Owens Illinois is investing 3X more in R&D than Sonoco Products; yet Sonoco products had 5X greater growth with 1/2 the inventory. Owens Illinois, Inc. (OI) Frequently, I get asked the question, “What is the value of S&OP?”

Illinois 116

Illinois Metrics Comparison Packaging 116

GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2015

The 3PL Summit is North America’s largest and most high-level gathering of logistics executives and their manufacturer and retailer supply chain counterparts. Fleet Safety Conference Shaumberg, Illinois; July 13-15. 8th Annual Integer Emissions Summit & DEF Forum Chicago, Illinois; October 27-29. Are you up-to-date with the latest events in freight shipping and logistics? As you know, the atmosphere for freight brokers is only getting more competitive.

Shipping 255

Shipping Freight Conference Illinois 255

AB&R

JANUARY 10, 2019

In addition, several agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) require unique device identifiers (UDI) usually in the form of barcodes to contain information such as manufactured date and lot number to provide traceability. Illinois. Asset Management Blog Inventory Management Managed Services Manufacturing RFID Transportation & Logistics asset management barcode verification compliance labeling GS1 harsh environment labeling UDI

Rhode Island 56

Rhode Island South Dakota District of Columbia North Dakota 56

Logility

JANUARY 15, 2014

To understand the value of S&OP, let’s contrast Keith’s performance to one of his competitors Owens Illinois. Comparison of Owens Illinois Versus Sonoco Products for the Period of 2000-2012. Owens Illinois is investing 3X more in R&D than Sonoco Products; yet Sonoco products had 5X greater growth with 1/2 the inventory. Owens Illinois, Inc. (OI) Frequently, I get asked the question, “What is the value of S&OP?”

Illinois 100

Illinois Metrics Comparison Packaging 100

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2016

In the shipping and manufacturing industries, that same “worldwide web” is now being deployed to encourage more energy-efficient operational and communication strategies for a low-carbon economy, thanks to IoT Tech. Additionally, the use of remote-piloted drones may allow for more direct, manufacturer-to-consumer deliveries, eliminating the need to shuffle product around multiple times to various warehouses and distribution centers.

Sustainability 187

Sustainability Internet of things Finland Denmark 187

Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Studying about lean manufacturing and can't find free VSM software? Develop your leadership skill with help from University of Illinois Test this course by University of Illinois and get college credits towards iMBA program (traditional admission requirements applied). Resource: Leadership Course from University of Illinois 49. Resource: Value Chain Management Course from University of Illinois 50. Supply chain management is not an easy subject.

Resources 116

Resources Illinois Case Study SCM 116

Kinaxis

AUGUST 11, 2017

The outcome is expected to either significantly impact an existing automotive supplier network or prompt manufacturers and suppliers to move or begin operations. The Wall Street Journal reports that at least 11 states are in talks to land the manufacturing plant. Those sources also said the manufacturing facility would require at least 1,000 acres of land. by Melissa Clow This guest post comes to us from Jim Fulcher , Blogger on the Supply Chain Expert Community.

South Carolina 123

South Carolina Mississippi Kentucky North Carolina 123

RFgen

MAY 19, 2015

Assets, such as equipment used in manufacturing, can become outdated without notice if a company doesn’t have a strong data capture system. Food and consumer goods manufacturing organizations face numerous challenges.

Asset Management 52

Asset Management Illinois Packaging California 52

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Candor Expedite is a woman-owned and operated hotshot ground and white-glove service provider with offices in Illinois and Texas. Nicole Glenn and the Candor Expedite Story. Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss Nicole’s story and the story of her company, Candor Expedite.

Illinois 104

Illinois Texas Logistics Freight 104

o9 Solutions

OCTOBER 1, 2020

As a trusted adviser to C-level executives for enterprise-wide digital transformation programs, he served on the board of directors for IMEC (formerly Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center).

Illinois 52

Illinois Dallas Asia Supply Chain 52

GlobalTranz

MARCH 6, 2015

While US manufacturing has been hit hard by nearly two decades of policy failures that have damaged its international competitiveness, it remains a vital part of the U.S. The US manufacturing sector employed 12 million workers in 2013, or about 8.8 Manufacturing employs a higher share of workers without a college degree than the economy overall. On average, non-college-educated workers in manufacturing made 10.9 US Manufacturing Interactive Footprint Map.

America 262

America Report Manufacturing Indiana 262

Shipchain

APRIL 8, 2020

But today, any trucker transporting essential goods or anything used to manufacture said items is exempt from the rules. This is especially noteworthy as some of the most heavily-affected states (think California, New York, Illinois, and Washington) are notorious for their traffic congestion.

Industrial 63

Industrial Industry Illinois Washington 63

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2012

Evolve Dental Technologies, Inc, Virtu USA, and many other large and medium sized companies in Illinois, Michigan, Arizona and Orange County, CA. Chuck is a graduate of Northwestern University in Evanston, IL where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at the Northwestern’s Kellogg School specializing in Manufacturing and Distribution Management. Experienced logistics and supply chain consultant, Chuck Intrieri is a new contributor to TheLogisticsofLogistics.com.

Arizona 100

Arizona Wisconsin Illinois Third Party Logistics 100

Zipline Logistics

MAY 12, 2020

Illinois. Illinois officials have extended the state’s stay-at-home order through the end of May but has built in more flexibility for facilities to reopen where it is safe. Transportation could be impacted in Illinois.

Rhode Island 56

Rhode Island Delaware South Dakota Missouri 56

Enterra Insights

JULY 4, 2019

According to Bruce Kraig, a hot dog historian and professor emeritus at Roosevelt University in Illinois, the term “hot dog” can be traced to German immigrants who had enjoyed dachshund sausages in their homeland. ” To see how a typical hot is manufactured, watch the following video. Most countries around the world set aside a special day to celebrate their national identity.

Illinois 100

Illinois Food New York America 100

Zipline Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

Illinois ? . Illinois officials have extended the state’s stay-at-home order through?the could be impacted in Illinois , especially around the greater Chicago area. and recently allowed manufacturing work to resume; however, the?formal?order

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island Delaware South Dakota Missouri 52

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 21, 2020

Candor is a woman-owned and operated hotshot ground and white-glove service provider with offices in Illinois and Texas. Freight Moves on Relationships (and Trucks) with Nicole Glenn. Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss the topic, freight moves on relationships and trucks.

Illinois 113

Illinois Freight Texas 3PL 113

BluJay Solutions

JUNE 17, 2013

The recent announcement by Google-owned Motorola Mobility that all new Moto X smartphones sold in the US will be manufactured in Texas, highlights the continued importance of the global supply chain and role of freight forwarders and logistics services providers (LSPs) in successful local sourcing strategies.

Sourcing 60

Sourcing Texas Illinois Brazil 60

MIT Supply Chain

APRIL 29, 2013

Ocean Spray added new manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Florida to support the company’s growing customer base. To construct the very large vehicles used in the mining industry, parts are shipped from all over the globe for assembly at Caterpillar’s manufacturing facility in Decatur, Illinois. Traditionally, manufacturers use trucks, or a mix of trucks and rail, to transport their products to customers.

Case Study 71

Case Study Study Florida Illinois 71

Enterra Insights

MARCH 24, 2020

“But according to a study out of the University of Illinois, even if you have never traveled around the United States, the food you eat (or at least elements of it) certainly has.”[4] ”[4] He reports, “A team from the University of Illinois looked at the 9.5 We have also been working with the government, both federal, state and local, to ensure that grocery stores — food manufacturers are considered what we call tier one responders.

Food 122

Food Illinois United States America 122

Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 14, 2018

The 2018 Manufacturing and Logistics Report Card , conducted by Conexus Indiana for the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research, rates U.S. states on three variables: the share of total income earned by manufacturing employees in each state, the wage premium paid to manufacturing workers relative to the other states’ employees, and the share of manufacturing employment per capita. Illinois.

North Dakota 107

North Dakota Kentucky Nebraska Fort Worth 107

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

When you calculated your startup expenses, you probably figured out manufacturing costs down to the penny. When a backer decides to purchase your geode kit for every science teacher in Illinois, you could end up with a house bursting with science kits. A crowdfunding fulfillment provider can track and warehouse your products once they arrive from the manufacturer. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Article provided by Jake Rheude at [link].

Chad 50

Chad Illinois Seattle Washington 50

4WL Consulting

APRIL 30, 2020

In today’s episode of Manufacturing Success, we have a guest who is out of the norm for this show, but has equally valuable information to share! Prior to his time in sales, Stacey served in the US Army and graduated from Illinois State University and Baker University where he earned his MBA.

Kansas City 130

Kansas City Kansas Illinois Oklahoma 130

4WL Consulting

APRIL 30, 2020

In today’s episode of Manufacturing Success, we have a guest who is out of the norm for this show, but has equally valuable information to share! Prior to his time in sales, Stacey served in the US Army and graduated from Illinois State University and Baker University where he earned his MBA.

Kansas City 130

Kansas City Kansas Illinois Oklahoma 130

EFT

JULY 30, 2020

The German company specialises in automotive, manufacturing, and logistics software and believes that we are now moving towards a world in which: “An array of appliances and machines are brought into constant communication in order to create a cohesive, highly visible system.”.

Illinois 57

Illinois Survey Internet of things Automotive 57

Logistics Trends and Insights

APRIL 27, 2020

Turning to FedEx’s lower volumes, the slowdown in the global economy, Chinese Lunar New Year and delayed reopening of Asian manufacturing due to the coronavirus all were contributing factors. (Originally published in Air Cargo World ).

Louisville 85

Louisville Memphis Alaska Arkansas 85

Requis

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

In the first edition I also didn’t write about manufacturing execution systems or manufacturing operations management systems, but I cover them in the second edition. Otherwise known as “Mr.

Education 52

Education Military Course Illinois 52

Supply Chain Network

MARCH 24, 2011

According to James Davis, president of Industrial Specialties Manufacturing of Denver, Colo., “We found Summit very informative, the presenters well prepared, and the content relevant to our current business needs. Headquartered in Livermore, California, Activant has operations in Texas, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Canada, Ireland and the United Kingdom. Activant Solutions Inc.,

Las Vegas 80

Las Vegas Distribution South Carolina United Kingdom 80