Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 1, 2022

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. US eases tariffs on UK steel and aluminum.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2023

Starting next week, Amazon will start actively recruiting existing small businesses in 23 states including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Florida, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Dakota, and Washington. percent), manufacturing (4.5 percent).

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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. By further increasing its production capacity in the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2021

The hub, to be located west of Plainfield in Clayton, is part of Apple’s plans to expand its distribution network and accelerate delivery times for US customers in Indiana and across the country. Apple’s Advanced Manufacturing Fund is financing the project.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Careful analysis of the industry dynamics suggests that the UAW is primed to focus on the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) battery sector. Organizing these workers under the union’s banner would not only bolster the UAW’s membership but also ensure a growing relevance of the UAW at the center of the industry transformation.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2016

With Black Friday on the horizon, consumer goods of all kinds are making their way from manufacturers to distribution centers and retail locations across the country. The industry experiences more cargo theft incidents when there is a higher volume of consumer goods moving through the supply chain.

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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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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

For example, in one Indiana case, Tyler Pipe Industries, Inc. Seller”) were negotiating over two piping units to be manufactured by the Seller. The Buyer then sent a purchase order affirming its intention to purchase the two piping units to be manufactured by the Seller. Contract Negotiation Enhancing Supplier Relations.

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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. The long-term agreement will initially enroll corn, soy and wheat farmers across Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Nebraska, with the opportunity for future expansion. PepsiCo’s Internal Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 31, 2022

Last week both Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal reported the departure of yet another senior manufacturing executive at Rivian Automotive as well as an overall reorganization. As noted in our January update, the manufacturer announced the news that the Chief Operating Officer had departed the company in December 2021.

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Elementum

JUNE 13, 2016

Sales have burgeoned to the point that in late 2015, Yasuyuki Yoshinaga, Fuji Heavy Industries’ President and CEO announced plans to cap the brand’s annual sales at a little over a million vehicles in the interest of maintaining niche standards. Preparing for success is just as important as preparing for failure.

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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 On average, non-college-educated workers in manufacturing made 10.9 employment.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2015

If you want to stay ahead of the competition, it’s not just a question of reading industry newsletters. Conferences and expos are a chance for you to hear from the industry’s top players, and most importantly, build relationships with other freight shipping professionals. 7 of the Best Freight Shipping Events to Attend in 2015.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Looking back at the ASCE Report Card, it’s little wonder Rail received the highest grade — that infrastructure is maintained by the rail industry not the government. 3] Those states are: Utah, Nevada, Florida, Kentucky, Minnesota, Tennessee, Ohio, Georgia, Indiana, and Texas. .” Self-interest.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 27, 2015

How Can USMTO Reports Help Drive Manufacturing Sales and your Bottom Line? The United States Manufacturing Technology Orders (USMTO) data report is compiled monthly by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT). Who is Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT)? What is the USMTO Data Report?

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AB&R

JANUARY 10, 2019

The GS1 Standard barcode was adopted in 1973 by industry leaders to standardize barcodes and unique numbers so they’re accepted by retailers and distributors worldwide. Business Address 2. California. Connecticut. District of Columbia. Massachusetts. Mississippi. New Hampsire. New Jersey. New Mexico.

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AFFLINK

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

Since its launch in the 1980’s, autonomous cars have piqued the interests of automobile manufacturers and software developers. And with recent prototypes looking more and more capable, debates have sprung up on the consequences that these supply chain solutions could bring.

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Freight Plus

MARCH 14, 2019

Last month, XPO lost $600 million in business from its largest customer whom most industry analysts believe was Amazon. Truck manufactures reap spoils of robust economy. His hiring came just as XPO launched “XPO Direct”, a similar service. XPO’s stock nosedived last December after a short seller’s negative report. 2018 — I mean — wow!

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 12, 2020

Currently, this has not made a substantial impact on the freight market, but we are seeing signs that the industry is beginning to recover. We expect cross-industry reopening, combined with produce season, to marginally tighten capacity on a regional level in pockets around the country in the coming weeks. Status: Open.

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Zipline Logistics

MAY 19, 2020

cross-industry?reopening, Indiana ? . Shipping in or out of Indiana should not be interrupted. . Manufacturers, construction outfits, vehicle dealerships, and professional services are now operating at 50% capacity. and recently allowed manufacturing work to resume; however, the?formal?order Businesses?throughout

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

MAY 5, 2015

The forum, an annual event at Kelley in its third year, joins analytics and thought leaders from various industries and firms, including C.H. Understanding the temperature of a package throughout transit provides significant value to customers seeking six sigma quality logistical processes, like food distributors and drug manufacturers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 24, 2022

In 2020, the startup said it had partnered with tractor-trailer manufacturer Daimler Trucks North America to add on-vehicle fleet management software to its trucks. In response, the auto industry needs to step up its efforts—and its investment dollars. Terms of the newest deal were not disclosed. for April after sinking to -7.38

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

APRIL 27, 2020

Industry leaders acknowledge that the U.S. The 15 largest pork-packing plants account for 60 percent of all pork processed, so when even one of those plants closes for days or weeks, the consequences ripple across the industry. slaughterhouses. And Smithfield Foods halted production at its plant in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

APRIL 30, 2014

is starting a multiyear overhaul of its North American operations, consolidating several units at new headquarters in Plano, Texas, that will house 4,000 employees now spread across separate marketing, manufacturing and finance locations. where Toyota’s North American manufacturing operations are now based, was too small, he said.

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In addition to cutting the need for outsourced manufacturing, this move could give the company a leg up on the competition by making it possible to get products in the hands of consumers faster. Additionally, the company’s manufacturing expertise will enable the reduction of production costs. manufacturing facility in 2014.

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Material Handling & 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. 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.

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o9 Solutions

MARCH 15, 2021

Rupert, from the industrial manufacturing world and Steve from the finance operations standpoint have each experienced the power of digital technologies in dramatically improving productivity and efficiency of enterprise operations and it is a pleasure to welcome them into the team”. from Indiana University. “I

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Elementum

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

The competition to be on top of the automotive industry means creating unusual partnerships. The two car manufacturing giants have agreed to work together to: - Establish a joint venture that produces vehicles in the U.S. The auto industry accounts for an estimated $5.7B others at supplier or manufacturing support companies.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 1, 2019

The state’s freight rates are heavily impacted by the agricultural industry, which can cause rates to increase due to higher demand. Phoenix and Tuscon are Arizona’s freight activity centers for consumer goods and manufacturing. This is due to the amount of industry, high population and the state’s centralized geographical location.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 1, 2019

The state’s freight rates are heavily impacted by the agricultural industry, which can cause rates to increase due to higher demand. Phoenix and Tuscon are Arizona’s freight activity centers for consumer goods and manufacturing. This is due to the amount of industry, high population and the state’s centralized geographical location.

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Freight Center

JANUARY 1, 2019

The state’s freight rates are heavily impacted by the agricultural industry, which can cause rates to increase due to higher demand. Phoenix and Tuscon are Arizona’s freight activity centers for consumer goods and manufacturing. This is due to the amount of industry, high population and the state’s centralized geographical location.

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