GlobalTranz

MARCH 24, 2017

Are industrial manufacturers seizing all the opportunities of a more digital world? A recent article suggests that, by 2018, only 30 percent of manufacturers investing in digital transformation will be able to maximize the outcome. The industrial internet of things (IIoT) has exponentially increased the amount of data produced.

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AFFLINK

AUGUST 12, 2022

For procurement leaders, this finding indicates marked potential for making an environmental impact. For manufacturing facilities, the pressure is on to become the essential link to a more sustainable value chain. What Forces Are Driving The Demand For Sustainability In Manufacturing? The good news?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 29, 2022

Manufacturers are aware they need to modernize to take advantage of what technology can offer. However, technology options are available for manufacturers to use that can help digitalize their operations without the expense (not to mention production downtime) of plant upgrades. The 5th, 10th or is it older? What is 4IR?

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent reports indicate Internet of Things (IoT) technology adoption is slowing down due to security concerns. … Every supply chain business, from manufacturing to logistics, should be taking a close look at the Internet of Things now.”[4] As I noted in a previous article, caution is warranted.[1]

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Oracle SCM

JULY 12, 2017

The years from 2007 through 2009 were notable for their economic volatility, reflected not only in the global economic recession but also the instability of customer demand and rapid movement in raw material, fuel, and commodity prices. Companies tripped over themselves to build ecommerce portals, and one-click purchasing grew in relevance.

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C3 Solutions

JULY 28, 2020

From a term that came into use in 2009, the Internet of Things (IoT) has come a long way in 10 years. It refers to the ecosystem of physical objects that are connected to the Internet and use it to communicate. The Internet of Things Explained. The Internet of Things Explained. IoT Evolution.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 22, 2018

Going back to the Industrial Internet of things (IIoT), the use of Internet-connected technology increases risk in manufacturing. billion in 2018 alone, reports Michael Kotelec of Manufacturing.net , and this will bring a strong, robust boost to efficiency and productivity in manufacturing.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 5, 2023

Ensuring the safe material handling of these materials is not just a matter of policy or regulation; it’s the linchpin of efficient warehouse operations and by extension, effective Supply Chain Management. The Importance of Material Handling in Warehouses Material handling is one of the most important warehouse activities.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Manufacturers have incurred significant financial losses due to supply chain disruptions and the subsequent inventory management challenges. With companies producing more and more products worldwide, the issue of keeping track of enormous amounts of parts and materials used in the manufacturing process has grown increasingly complex.

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QAD

MARCH 26, 2020

How Do Beet Sugar Shortages Affect Food and Beverage Manufacturers? The beet sugar can be purchased by consumers for home use such as baking, sweetened beverages and other purposes. A great deal of beet sugar is used in food and beverage manufacturing. And this decline is impacting food and beverage manufacturing.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 21, 2020

A “Don’t Touch” Strategy will Dramatically Lean out your Supply Chain! The overarching strategy for limiting exposure to, and spreading of, the Coronavirus is that of Social Distancing. One approach is to develop and deploy Don’t Touch Supply Chain strategies! Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Locus Robotics

MARCH 9, 2023

By Geoff Whiting, Senior Writer, Red Stag Fulfillment Applying automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to supply chain management is an excellent way for manufacturers to increase the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of operations. In some settings, IoT devices can detect defects and notify staff of quality control issues.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

Newer technologies have created entirely new methodologies for improving manufacturing, and the outlook is brighter than ever. Like any modern business, you can learn great things by looking back at what did and did not come to fruition. Predictive Analytics Became Commonplace to Manufacturing.

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Synovos

JANUARY 8, 2024

Procurement culture: challenging the old, developing the new One of the biggest challenges facing the indirect procurement industry today is digitalization. Will procurement roles continue to exist? The big question is whether procurement roles like mine will still be around in years to come.

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Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 14, 2016

The client leaned across the table and asked, “Is a customer-centric supply chain strategy the same as a demand-driven supply chain strategy?” Drawing from the Whiteboard: Building Customer-Centric Supply Chain Strategies. It had been a long night. However, I had little time to be tired. ” I smiled.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 4, 2024

Effectively Managing inventory is a common challenge for many supply chain and manufacturing professionals. Start reading to find out how to optimize your inventory processes, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency in 2024. Work-in-progress (WIP) includes items that are being manufactured but are not yet complete.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Supply chain optimization and attracting talent will continue to be top-of-mind for manufacturers. Artificial intelligence (AI) is most likely to transform the manufacturing sector. Manufacturing has changed dramatically in recent years. With recent advances, AI will accelerate to become outsized in manufacturing trends in 2023.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

The advancements in 3D printing and 'Additive Manufacturing,' coupled with supply chain efficiencies, could make distributed manufacturing a reality, ushering in the era of smart manufacturing. The Continual Coverage and Now Reality of Smart Manufacturing with 3D Printing.

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 15, 2021

How digitalization can help manufacturers build smart, efficient and sustainable processes. As the Paris Agreement’s carbon-neutral target draws closer, more and more manufacturers are beginning to make sustainability a business priority. Digitalization to drive circularity and waste reduction.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. In other words, the use of AI may help to improve patient outcomes and reduce delays from misdiagnoses or laboratory testing. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends.

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Arena Solutions

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Circularity can deliver significant material cost savings through value chains and manufacturing processes, and create additional, value and new business opportunities. Manufacturers adopting a circular economy are realizing they need to think differently.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. We look at 6 core areas that manufacturing companies will take a long look at as they gear up for a successful 2016. E-Commerce for Manufacturing. Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions.

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AFFLINK

MAY 31, 2017

When most people think about the Internet of Things (IoT), they envision consumer-level products — usually wearable fitness devices like Fitbits — rather than an array of powerful tools that is transforming industries from manufacturing to healthcare. loT-driven smart warehouses save time, money, and excess busy work.

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Arena Solutions

MAY 2, 2023

Circularity can deliver significant material cost savings through value chains and manufacturing processes, and create additional, value and new business opportunities. Manufacturers adopting a circular economy are realizing they need to think differently.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Driving Visibility, Intelligence, and Agility through Supply Chain Technology on Cloud Whether we are talking about healthcare, food, or fashion, the supply chains which convert the raw materials to finished goods are getting more and more complex. How do you reduce excess inventory if the innovative product is not popular?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2021

Run” will include using the platform for inventory optimization and to support interesting internet-of-things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) projects. HarbisonWalker International Manufactures and Distributes Refractory Products. This form, fill, and seal technology extends the shelf life of these materials.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

A global marketplace is emerging that represents a huge opportunity for manufacturing. But the market is segmented, demanding specialization that will be tough for traditional manufacturers to handle. Technology and Manufacturing: It is a Part of the Cerasis DNA & How we Empower our Manufacturing Shippers.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 18, 2014

Others consider how this “data” is used, and use the term “Omni-Channel” or “Internet of Things”. 3PL’s, Contract Manufacturing, Suppliers, Logistics providers…. The time he refers to is the customer’s time to search, analyze and purchase a product. They want to assure the sourcing meets their “sustainable” expectations.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Many medical device manufacturers are looking more closely at how they can make their operations less vulnerable to disruption. There may be opportunities your medical device manufacturing operation can leverage – in labor, materials, manufacturing and the supply chain – to make your infrastructure more resilient in the face of change.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

If your idea of efficiency is one of these mentioned, your strategy of taking the fastest route is probably not a good idea. First, the sought-after raw materials are procured. Then, the business uses these raw materials together with labor to convert them into their final product. Procurement. Product design.

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Arena Solutions

JUNE 9, 2022

Fulfilling safety and environmental regulations, procuring components with existing supply chain concerns, and meeting quality requirements are all challenges that have electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers turning to digital solutions and processes to help them collaborate across the supply chain. Smart transformations.

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DynaSys

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The use of advanced technologies is significantly transforming the manufacturing of all products and having a tremendous impact on the supply chain. One advanced technology that has been around for a while but is now taking the world by storm and disrupting manufacturing and the supply chain is 3D Printing. Inventory Reduction.

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DynaSys

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Despite the disruptions of the past years, there are some emerging key trends in Supply Chains that provide both challenges but also opportunities for manufacturers. Decisions will be strongly influenced by sustainable product design and material sourcing decisions. . Sustainability. REQUIRED SUPPLY CHAIN CHALLENGES.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

According to PLS Logistics , global companies will install procurement managers in China for entire organizations by 2025. The need for more raw materials is echoed by Nishith Rastogi of Entrepreneur Media as more products are tossed out in favor of the next best thing. New markets are emerging in the global economy daily.

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OptiProERP

JULY 19, 2023

The manufacturing industry constantly strives for higher productivity, superior product quality, and cost optimization. In recent years, the rise of the “Smart Manufacturing” revolution has brought about unprecedented possibilities for manufacturers to achieve these goals successfully.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Rogers pointed out three sources of food supply chain woes: war, COVID-19, and climate change. With so many challenges facing the global food supply chain, it should be clear that no silver bullet solution is going to make things better. ” One of the recommended technologies is the Internet of Things (IoT).

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We have Courses like S&OP deployment, Supply Chain Digitalization , , and Negotiation in Procurement. Professionals in this field often find themselves venturing into manufacturing, IT, technology, ERP systems, and even commercial roles.

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