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November U.S. Logistics Manager’s Index- Noteworthy Trending

Supply Chain Matters

What supply chain management and line-of-business teams should take special note of were the stated reasons for November’s significant decline. The report specifically indicates : “ November’s dip was largely triggered by a decline in Inventory Levels (-9.1) and Transportation Capacity (+5.2) and Transportation Capacity (+5.2)

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Global Manufacturing PMI Levels Rise in January 2024

Supply Chain Matters

Quicker declines in finished goods inventories and a softer reduction in pre-production stocks were noted. Transit to and from the Panama Canal further remains constrained by lower basin water levels brought about by climate drought conditions. Further reductions in manufacturing employment were reported. and France being 43.1.

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KPI Key Performance Indicators in Supply Chain & Logistics

Logistics Bureau

But in Supply Chain you would normally expect to see the following standard set, along with those that are more specific to your business needs. Cost as a percentage of sales (Logistics or Supply Chain). Inventory stock turns in Days. Free Supply Chain Benchmarking Chapter. Inventory management.

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