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July 2022 Global Manufacturing Indices Indicating Declining Momentum

Supply Chain Matters

Also highlighted was that purchasing activity, stocks of purchases and finished goods inventories collectively rose in July. There are signs of new orders softening- cited in 16 percent of general comments, compared to 17 percent in June- as panelists are increasingly concerned about excessive inventories and record high lead times.”. .

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Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Continue to Stabilize in March and Q1-2023

Supply Chain Matters

However, we discern some added signs excess inventories and of production sourcing shifts. Further concerning was that the volume of warehouse finished goods inventories rose to the greatest extent in four months. Counties reaching PMI new highs were noted as Greece and Spain with Italy having expansion level activity levels in March.

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Supply Chain Matters News Capsule Follow-Up September 9 2022

Supply Chain Matters

The report indicates that many economists are already predicting a recession in Germany , Italy and other areas of the Eurozone before the end of this year. Rising interest rates imposed globally run the risk of added dampening of demand and less funds to support vulnerable populations. TSMC ’s biggest market by revenue is the U.S.,

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How The Coronavirus Epidemic is Throttling Global Supply Chains

Logistics Bureau

The impact on supply chains is particularly apparent in the following two broad areas— shipping and procurement of products/components/raw materials. COVID-19 Impact on Procurement. Most companies are scurrying around trying to find alternative procurement options until the crisis plays itself out. COVID-19 Impact on Shipping.

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ToolsGroup Congratulates Three Customer Recipients of Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2021 Women in Supply Chain Award

ToolsGroup

Sarah Voorhees has spent the last 12 years of her career in supply chain leadership roles, where she’s reimagined demand and supply planning and inventory management practices at consumer goods and distribution companies. It began with optimizing the use of ToolsGroup supply chain planning software to improve RAJA’s customer service levels.

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October Global PMI Reporting-Continued Production Contraction

Supply Chain Matters

With output contracting for the fifth consecutive month and business optimism reportedly dipping to an 11-month low, the report pointed to cutbacks occurring in manufacturing employment, purchasing and inventory levels globally. Germany reportedly remained the worst performer while faster declines were reported for Italy , Spain and Ireland.

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How to Sell CBD Online: Information and Tips on Selling CBD From Home

ShipBob

From that information, build a list of products that you know are legal for you to sell and stick with your regular inventory to avoid any legal mishaps. Fulfill and ship customer orders You’ll need a system for warehousing your CBD products and managing inventory over time. All you do is market the product without touching inventory.

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