Logility

JUNE 30, 2022

resigned from their jobs in durable goods manufacturing. The labor supply is shrinking in Germany, Poland, Russia, and Japan, and contraction is expected to quicken. Roughly 25% of workers plan to change jobs in 2022. In February alone, 22,000 people in the U.S. It’s a global problem. China, which had a worker surplus of 55.2

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Subnational governments like Québec in Canada and Telengana in India as well as manufacturers and fleets like DHL, Heineken and Scania are endorsing the MOU and declared that they will align with the decarbonization effort. Significant emission reductions require large scale innovation and major capital investments across the globe.

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ivalua

MAY 7, 2020

On Friday March 11, 2011, at about 2:45PM local time, the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan struck. At the time of the disaster, Japan was (and still is) the 3 rd largest economy in the world. But the connections between that event and the current Covid-19 crisis are more prominent than most realize. .

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Kinaxis

DECEMBER 9, 2014

by Trevor Miles I’m on my way back from Tokyo where I attended our user conference, Kinexions Tokyo , in Japan, just 5 weeks after our Kinexions North America user conference in San Diego. At the conference, that transformation was captured best by a pharmaceutical manufacturer and Schneider Electric.

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Kinaxis

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Over the years, working for and with numerous manufacturing companies, I’ve seen many supply chain practices that cost companies money. We saw this type of issue over the past several years with the Japan earthquake / Tsunami in and with the Thailand floods. These are the types of issues that impact supply for an entire region.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Also, warehouse automation excludes similar systems such as airport baggage handling, manufacturing-line automation, and manually driven forklifts. Never before have we launched so many innovations for all parts of the value chain.”. Robotics and automation are key innovations for the future of supply chain.”.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

The kick-off to the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan is just two weeks away, after being postponed last summer due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Earlier this week, a resurgent coronavirus forced Japan to declare a state of emergency in the capital that will run throughout the event. Rob Spilman Jr.,

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Elementum

JUNE 4, 2015

Manufacturing Agendas: So Hot Right Now. China has joined the manufacturing revolution party. At the end of May the Ministry of Industry and Telecommunications Technology announced the introduction of China’s own manufacturing legislation: Made In China 2025. Manufacturing Revolutions have 10 Planks, Too.

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ThroughPut

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

IOT and Digital Transformation trends, manufacturers are now frantically scouting for smarter ways to bolster their overall readiness to face global competition with resilience and differentiation. ” The strategic partnership with ThroughPut Inc. “We are excited to collaborate with Macnica Networks Corp.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Paul is the Founder and CEO of Vuzix , a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of Smart Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies and products for the enterprise, medical, defense and consumer markets. Paul Travers and Joe Lynch discuss smart glasses in the warehouse.

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Elementum

MARCH 24, 2016

If recent findings are anything to go by, China is seeing a big shift: The country’s status as a manufacturing powerhouse is changing. According to the government statistics bureau, the recent figure of the manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) shows a 49－down from 49.4 No More Manufacturing? last January 2016.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Major Trends: Volatile Production, Capacity Crisis & The Need for EV Automotive manufacturing is experiencing a huge global transformation compared to the past. Leveraging innovative solutions and technology such as augmented traceability with smart containers also enhances security and transparency.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 5, 2018

Based in Paris, L’Oréal is a global personal care manufacturing company. Some manufacturing sites are more focused on regional markets and on mass-market consumer products, others – mostly small branches in the US, France, and Japan – act on global scale for luxury segment. Supply Chains to Admire Methodology.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

In 2023 as well I predict that Japan will put into action efforts to rapidly increase their production capacity for SAF fuels. Grab rides for a few years now have had BYD EV vehicle, but I was excited that for the first time there were multiple EV manufacturers involved with the same taxi/ride share fleets. Buses and Heavy Trucks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 30, 2021

This acquisition builds on the Panasonic/Blue Yonder strategic relationship, established in January 2019 with a partnership, followed by the creation of a joint venture company in Japan in November 2019. The partners help to fund and pilot start-ups in their sustainability innovation plans.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Manufacturing Employment Impacts Across Europe and the United Kingdom , a significant period of production contraction has led to added manufacturing job losses. The Japan based labor union representing production workers at Toyota Motor are reportedly seeking the equivalent of a 7.6 based production facilities.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 1, 2022

While CBD is an essential component of medical marijuana, it is derived directly from the hemp plant, a cousin of marijuana, or manufactured in a laboratory. 9] Derek Holthaus, director of innovation and solutions, FlavorSum LLC, agrees. And, according the Food Dive staff, manufacturers are trying to make their products healthier.

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o9 Solutions

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

He started his career at Kawasaki Steel Corporation, one of the top steel manufacturers in Japan, and became the department head of the Steelmaking Division at Chiba Steelworks. Filippo mirrors Nishikawa’s expertise and interest in IT innovation. All of us tech leaders need to do our part.”.

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Elementum

AUGUST 15, 2017

As its role in the automotive supply chain has expanded, China has impacted key players; from domestic component manufacturers to the world’s biggest automakers. This may be attributed to China’s continuous investment in research and development, enabling them to overcome the technological barriers in manufacturing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

FreshDirect has a reputation for innovative technology deployment, and recently initiated an advanced microfulfillment center automation project with Fabric to support customers in the Washington DC area. FreshDirect is expected to retain its current branding and continue to operate out of New York City.

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o9 Solutions

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

In fact, according to a recent Accenture report Supply Chain Transformation on the Cloud , many supply chain and related functions such as engineering, planning, manufacturing, fulfillment, and service management are rated as either low or medium in their current cloud adoption levels. Innovation. He also said “Innovate or die”.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 30, 2020

What does this mean for trade and manufacturing in North America? The new agreement raises that number to 75% which would reduce the amount of materials purchased from competing countries like Germany and Japan. Trade agreements like USMCA, not only promote economic activity, but also job security and business innovation.

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Locus Robotics

JANUARY 11, 2023

Collaboration in the “Material Bank® Japan” sample marketplace for order fulfillment of interior design and construction materials. Locus Robotics has deployed innovative ESG-friendly AMRs at more than 250 sites world-wide and has picked more than 1.3 Material Bank® Japan will launch on January 11, 2023.

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Unleashed

JULY 25, 2021

Let’s look at how smart food businesses can reduce their waste – and how the right food manufacturing software helps them do it. How can food and beverage manufacturers reduce their waste? The following five strategies can help food and beverage manufacturers to manage and reduce their food waste: 1. Commercial composting.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 26, 2023

His successor as CEO , Koji Sato, who previously led the auto maker’s Lexus luxury vehicle division, subsequently called for an “ EV-first mindset ” including the accelerated development of supply chain and manufacturing methods optimized for EV vehicle platforms.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

For instance, during the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Toyota’s robust supply chain resilience allowed it to quickly recover and restore operations. Furthermore, the pandemic accelerated the adoption of new practices and innovations in supply chain management.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2018

Manufacturing and retail transformations, technology disruptions and digitalization of data have redefined the roles of distributors and third party logistics (3PLs). Digital Transformations in the Manufacturing and Retail Industries. Its online channels in Germany, Japan and United Kingdom alone grew by 35 percent in 2016.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

However, there are price hikes involving certain model iPhone 15 phones sold in China , India and Japan to reportedly offset currency value changes related to the U.S. Pricing Strategy Relative to overall pricing business and industry media reports note that this year, Apple has avoided across the board price hikes in the U.S.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 11, 2014

But how does it impact industrial manufacturing? To get some Expert Insights on this topic, Supply Chain Nation spoke with Simon Ellis, practice director, supply chain strategies, for IDC Manufacturing Insights. We will continue here with what manufacturers should do about this. Ellis : I think it is a couple of things.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2014

While innovation has slowed in Enterprise Resource Plannning (ERP) and Supply Chain Planning, I am bullish about some of the innovation coming from the supply chain network design technology providers like JDA, Llamasoft and Solvoyo. For example, people want prestige beauty from the US, Europe or Japan. Go slow and be clear.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Working for a large manufacturer, she was trying hard; but failing, to integrate Ariba, Elemica, and GT Nexus. To help, I set up a series of dinner meetings for Maddy to speak to other manufacturers working on similar problems. The most advanced work is in India and Japan. Let me tell you the story. None had the answer.

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NC State SCRC

JANUARY 28, 2023

After taking over the reins as CEO of Ford in 2006, he famously transformed a culture with deep-rooted divisional fiefdoms that hindered communication, reporting, efficiency and agility into a new era of quality, efficiency and innovation. He used his eyes and made sure that the leaders saw the firm’s operations in a certain, methodical way.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 5, 2018

Manufacturing and retail transformations, technology disruptions and digitalization of data have redefined the roles of distributors and third party logistics (3PLs). Digital Transformations in the Manufacturing and Retail Industries. Its online channels in Germany, Japan and United Kingdom alone grew by 35 percent in 2016.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

He is very passionate about developments in the Supply Chain arena and is always seeking excellence in his drive for efficiency & innovation in Supply Chain operations” – a quality that is very relevant to face up to the many Supply Chain challenges in our path! Prior to that, I was with TNT for 6 years.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Our prior full edition of this column was published on July 14 and featured news related to global battery manufacturer Panasonic and warehouse services start-up Flexe. The provider was awarded $19 million in funding from Saam Capital and Google veteran Amit Singhal, along with others to include Japan Post.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JANUARY 14, 2016

Given that it took place in Japan, I imagined quite an animated discussion around making another leap in the manufacturing of things. A tire manufacturer supplying to the mining industry provided a similar example of sensors reading and reporting on tire thread status. When data has no process support.

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BlueYonder

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

In 2012, we have seen major disruptions in the automotive supply chain due to events like the territorial dispute between China and Japan has deeply affected the industry as sentiment in China against all Japanese products, including cars, has been strong and marked by sometimes violent protests.

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