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Medline is the Largest User of the AutoStore Robotics Solution in the World

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Medline, with revenues of over $21 billion annually, is headquartered in Northfield Illinois. SwissLog was selected as the implementation partner and the source of the warehouse control software that links AutoStore to Medline’s warehouse management system. Medline is a medical supply manufacturer, distributor, and solutions provider.

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PepsiCo’s Massive, Complex, and Difficult Greenhouse Gas Initiative

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But in North America, distribution is predominately through their company-owned fleet. There are continuing efforts to reduce the weight of their tractor and trailers in North America. PepsiCo Foods North America introduced tractors with liftable tandem axles which can lift the second axle if the load is not too heavy.

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Two Automakers Make Senior Supply Chain and Procurement Executive Leadership Changes

Supply Chain Matters

Rivian acquired the former Mitsubishi Motors automotive assembly production facility in Normal, Illinois which began production operations in September of 2021. Marlo Vitous has been named Senior Vice President of Purchasing and Supply Chain for North America effective June 1. Thus far, $13.7

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Plant-location decisions and potential supply chain risk

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At the new plant, Mazda expects to produce cross-over models which Mazda will introduce to the North American market, and Toyota plans to produce the Corolla for the North American market. Toyota will be better positioned to respond to the growing North American market. By producing vehicles in the U.S.,

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Rivian Automotive Learns Another Important Supply Chain Focused Lesson

Supply Chain Matters

Last week our news feed included an exclusive published report from The Wall Street Journal , Rivian Moves More Engineers Near Illinois EV Factory to Speed Up Output (Paid subscription required). assembly plants and sales operations in North America and Europe. The result was engineering resources located across the U.S.

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New Developments Among Electric Vehicle Automotive Players

Supply Chain Matters

There are added considerations for expanding this same supply network vertical integration model to North America. The company has reportedly struggled to keep its Normal, Illinois production facility running continuously because of parts shortages. PowerCo will additionally locate a second cell factory in Valencia, Spain.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

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And if most of your production happens in FL, you may choose to divert sourcing to your secondary facility, say in New Jersey, during heavy produce shipping season months to avoid the heightened costs. Illinois is an agriculture heavy state ranking 7 th in terms of most farms. You may need to pay more to attract capacity. Rhode Island.