Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Chip shortage forces GM to pause production at Indiana plant. Walgreens is opening the automated, centralized hubs to keep up in the fast-changing pharmacy industry. The aforementioned deal to partially lift tariffs on steel and aluminum also affects other industries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The figure includes Panasonic’s purchase of the remaining 80 percent of shares in Blue Yonder for $5.6 The distribution hub will be operated by XPO Logistics Supply Chain, which has already started hiring. Apple’s Advanced Manufacturing Fund is financing the project.

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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.". For example, in one Indiana case, Tyler Pipe Industries, Inc. Battle of the Forms: Will You Win, Lose or Draw?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

294 manufacturing facilities produced more than 90 million metric tons of food and beverage in 2021. Scope 1 emissions include direct emissions from the company’s owned and controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased energy. PepsiCo has farmers they directly source from.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

Supply Chain Management Book Ranking In publishing industry, Nielsen BookScan is the most widely used database for a book ranking method. In supply chain management area, most industry publications create the ranking based on the input from readers then editorial team makes a final decision which is a bit subjective.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 24, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Members can enjoy this benefit year-round by scanning their Amazon app at the register or purchasing with a credit card that’s registered to their Prime account. In response, the auto industry needs to step up its efforts—and its investment dollars.

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The world of supply chain and logistics is changing every day. Each one is featured as having done something unique to reinvent their supply chain and logistics. Additionally, the company’s manufacturing expertise will enable the reduction of production costs. Kick back, be inspired and happy innovating.

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