Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2022

It is becoming clearer that supply chain procurement and logistics teams elected to route import shipments thru either U.S. In one reported dimension, cited from sourced industry forecasting data, automakers and their battery suppliers are planning to install 5.8 West Coast port operators. Gulf or East Coast ports of entry.

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Proxima

JULY 27, 2023

The paper, ‘Defence’s Response to a More Contested and Volatile World’ follows the Integrated Review Refresh, published in March 2023 and considers, more fully, lessons from the ongoing war in Ukraine. However, the war in Ukraine has thrown up some questions over how UK Defence operates now and in the future.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2022

My recent conversations with the supply chain practitioners are dominated by supply chain risk — specifically geopolitical risks in light of the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Here are some ways supply chains are being impacted by the situation in Ukraine. Let us dive deeper into how supply chains are getting disrupted.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 6, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares select individual prediction snapshots that are included in our Annual 2023 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains Research Advisory publishing later this month. Let’s begin with the sharing of excerpts from our first prediction.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Importance of Supplier Relationships in Indirect Procurement Challenging times call for closer relationships between organizations and their MRO suppliers Strong and successful indirect procurement strategies depend on strong and successful supplier relationships. Indirect procurement can be somewhat hidden, though.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Earlier this year, before Russia invaded Ukraine and COVID-19 reemerged in China, it seemed we would finally enjoy relief from supply chain interruptions and price increases. With the war in Ukraine inflicting more injury to an already weak global supply chain, you can expect high prices, product scarcity, and project delays through 2022.

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Proxima

MAY 26, 2023

Germany looks like it is heading into recession with industrial production falling in March. So, what does this all mean for procurement? Procurement leaders in the short term must focus on cost optimisation. There are two very different aspects to that relating to procurement. The UK posted quarterly growth of just 0.1%

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

The ongoing Ukraine–Russia conflict has caused turmoil in significant parts of the global food chain, and in fact, Ukraine is a major exporter of barley (30% of global totals), wheat (25%), and sunflower oil (60%). Further, Ukraine supplies more than one-half of the world’s neon gas necessary for printing circuits on computer chips.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 6, 2022

McCormick’s diverse supplier network helps shield it from Ukraine impacts. The company has faced sourcing constraints as a result of the war in Ukraine, causing the company to rely on second sourcing capabilities for its mustard procurement. Industrial Market Update – Q1 2022.” With vacancy rates as low as 1.6

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

This shortage is the culmination of various ongoing issues – geopolitical tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war, the rapid shift in consumer buying behavior and container freight availability. Beer and food industries are particularly affected by the shortages of aluminum cans as most customers prefer take-home packaging.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares select individual prediction snapshots that are included in our annual 2023 predictions for industry and global supply chains research advisory. Background. Prediction Background. based manufacturing facilities had soared by over 116 percent.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 18, 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is causing severe shortages of the building blocks of industrial production the world over.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 31, 2022

The further disruption caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could cause major disruptions to the global supply chain and impact South Africa. Industries such as high-tech electronics and semiconductors, and rare earth minerals are highly susceptible to unpredictability. The supply chain of the future.

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Freightos

APRIL 27, 2023

The future of global freight data lies in real-time information, contextual insights, and aggregated data that can help companies make better decisions and adapt to a rapidly changing industry. Legibility, followed by analysis and the ability to take action can literally change industries. Real world, meet data. And they are.

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QAD

AUGUST 16, 2022

Even as industries start to recover from the effects of the pandemic, significant issues remain: Ongoing work stoppages in China due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Continued fallout, including transport congestion, limited air freight and rail freight transportation in the Asia-Europe lanes, because of the Russia/Ukraine conflict.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 20, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group via its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog shares a mid-year assessment of previously published 2022 predictions for industry supply chains published at the beginning of 2022. We especially take note of where there have been significant developments and noteworthy shifts in areas of predictions.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The automotive industry has shown itself to be brave in recent times, in all areas but one: the supply chain. In order for logistics, procurement and distribution to align with the general advancements of the industry itself, these critical areas must give in to a more comprehensive transformation.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Every industry sector and every business across the board, in APAC and around the globe have been impacted by the Great Supply Chain Disruption over the last two years, causing a blow out of transportation costs and continuous delays at every stage of the channel. And this was before the Russian invasion of Ukraine began.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 7, 2022

In this Supply Chain Matters Product Demand and Supply Network Perspective we reference a published Bloomberg report addressing how the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict is impacting commodity and materials planning and supply concerns. Wheat prices have soared to levels that occurred in the prior global recession of 2008-2009. .

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 28, 2022

Last month, at the start of Ukraine hostilities, VW had to overcome a shortage of wiring harnesses supporting various German based production lines that were previously produced in Ukraine. A cited quote from Murat Aksel, VW’s Procurement Chief , is a testament: “ We still want competitive prices, but my priority is securing supply.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 1, 2022

The metaphor was reflective of when global shipping lines elected to take advantage of such disruptions to drive up shipping rates and ancillary charges to unprecedented levels with ongoing financial impacts to multiple industries. The industry supply chain implications are extremely impactful. . A Sudden Tide Change.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 17, 2022

In our previously published Supply Chain Matters Editorial commentary , The Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Action and the Signal for Assessment , this Editor provided a summary of likely implications that industry supply chain leaders and their respective teams should be focusing on in the coming months. cyberattacks.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 29, 2022

The demand is subjected to change due to many factors drastically, including pandemics (COVID-19), war (Russia-Ukraine war), and last but not least technological advancements. So, if you are a supply chain professional and apply this model in your industry, you have to review the results of your planning efficiency. References.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 25, 2022

While the Intel CEO’s comments are not the first to compare the two capabilities, the timing is especially poignant in the backdrop of the conflict occurring in Ukraine , and the heightened tensions between China and the island of Taiwan. The former is the existing global epicenter of semiconductor design and production.

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American Global Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

But the supply chain industry resolved some major issues and formed a more certain path ahead. Cargo planes could not fly out of or into Russia or Ukraine. Likewise, ships could not sail into or out of Russia and Ukraine. That exacerbated food shortages with Russia and Ukraine among the top five grain exporters.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

I have spent a great deal of time talking to engineers, maintenance and procurement professionals involved in MRO,” says Will Brummett, Vice President of Sales, North America, for RS Integrated Supply. “I The war in Ukraine has now exacerbated this problem. I have learned a lot about the challenges they face.” The solution?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 13, 2022

This latest development will exacerbate the situation for companies in many industries, particularly those which are heavily reliant on energy resources. Even companies without a direct supplier connection in Russia or Ukraine will experience debilitating disruption across industries from energy to agriculture.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the following economic sanctions spiked energy prices and created new sourcing challenges for certain agricultural products and raw materials. Another area where AI can help retailers increase profitability and reduce their environmental impact is reducing waste in the grocery industry.

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HICX Solutions

JUNE 12, 2023

In this episode of the Supplier Experience Live podcast, we spoke with Yash Rai , Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain Solutions at The Smart Cube. Yash has over 14 years of experience working in the procurement domain. He continues, “I think this is where the opportunity for best-of-breed tools and technology comes into play.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The report, based on a global survey of indirect procurement professionals, reveals that 82% of respondents regard inflation as a major challenge over the next 12 months. Build Strong Relationships with Suppliers What tactics can indirect procurement professionals use to help them manage these various crises?

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 3, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, materials shortages, port closures, inflation and other disruptions have only revealed the underlying fragilities of our modern global supply chains — spanning thousands of miles and involving dozens, or even hundreds, of participants — that were always there.

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Yes, COVID caused many issues, but other factors, including geopolitical changes, the war in Ukraine, weather events, peak season , and economic instability, have altered the fabric of logistics. Warehouse and distribution managers and procurement professionals will need to start thinking about managing the customer experience better.

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QAD

MAY 23, 2023

Product Sustainability Begins in the Field and Factory Sustainability has become a priority for businesses of all shapes and sizes and across every industry. In a recent BearingPoint survey, a whopping 85% of companies attribute their move to sustainable procurement practices to government regulations.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 3, 2022

Once again the data collectively provides evidence that disruptions remain occurring among industry supply chains, compounded by the manufacturing, logistics and transportation disruptions occurring in China. Inflationary pressures reportedly remain high as are concerns for added financial, business and economic impacts months to come. .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

This country created an advanced agri-food cluster with supplying and supporting industries to create an interdependent ecosystem. The result of this cocktail is an unfortunate reduction in global agri-food production, export, and rapidly increasing agri-food commodity prices.

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BlueYonder

JUNE 16, 2022

In his recent blog , Anmol Khurana discussed the immediate effects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict for companies shipping products in and out of the region. Even more damaging are the potential long-term impacts for the world’s food supply as Russia seizes Ukraine’s grain supplies and harvesting equipment.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 23, 2022

Our stated takeaway from for the Q1 data was that indices were no longer reflecting the optimism indicated in February, and instead that of growing headwinds and added geopolitical concerns related to effects of the Ukraine conflict and China’s potential economic stumble as a result of a strict COVID-19 isolation policy.

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