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Faster EDI is a Competitive Advantage with Erik Kiser

The Logistics of Logistics

Erik is the Founder and CEO of Orderful , a complete cloud EDI platform that is revolutionizing the way manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and technology companies trade EDI data. Orderful is a complete cloud EDI platform for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and technology companies.

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The Appointment of Hershey’s First CTO

Supply Chain Matters

The key theme often comes down to not only positioning one’s career but also having a deep understanding and appreciation for the linkage of manufacturing and supply chain capability to enabling business transformation needs and outcomes. In this update, we highlight the announcement of the new Chief Technology Officer at the Hershey Company.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

The partners help to fund and pilot start-ups in their sustainability innovation plans. 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.

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Procurement & Suppliers: Paying Attention to Terms & Conditions to Keep Supplier Relations Postitive

GlobalTranz

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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Electrifying Changes: How the UAW-Big 3 Strike is Reshaping the Automotive World

QAD

GM will begin building a fourth battery plant in northern Indiana with South Korean-based Samsung SDI next year, and it will open in 2026. Their JVs with SK Innovations and Samsung SDI, respectively, introduce a layer of complexity as these collaborations stand outside the purview of the automakers’ primary agreements with the UAW.

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The 7 Best Events For Freight Shipping in 2015

GlobalTranz

Check out some of the country’s top freight shipping conferences and events for the rest of 2015: Can innovative technology, new business models and eCommerce re-boot the business of logistics? FTR Transportation Conference 2015 Indianapolis, Indiana; September 15-17.

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Manufacturers Having Trouble Finding Cheap, Clean Renewable Energy

Material Handling & Logistics

Some states are limiting corporate access to renewable energy, making it difficult for manufacturers to meet energy goals. Yet many of these manufacturers now face a challenge in accessing the clean energy they want and need, due to state policies that limit corporate renewable energy procurement.