Supply Chain Matters

JULY 7, 2022

Noted in the June report was that among the five sub-indexes that constitute the manufacturing PMI , the production index, new order index and supplier delivery time index were all above the 50 threshold, and the raw material inventory index and employee index were all below. for June, compared to a reported value a value of 48.1

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 5, 2023

That could signal even more added inventory exposures. Source: S&P Global Monthly PMI Reporting Highlights of Regional Reporting Continued High expansion in India Manufacturing activity levels across India remained at high expansion levels in May, outpacing all other regions. percentage points from the April value of 46.7,

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Requis

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Sourcing has probably been the biggest thing over the last decade or two, coupled with that reduction in local manufacturing of course. Sourcing is now predominantly overseas: China is one of the big sourcing countries of course, along with India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, Vietnam and Thailand.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Last evening, global parcel, logistics and transportation services provider Fedex Corp. Equity analysts quickly revised their analysis and outlooks for FedEx and other associated transport and logistics focused businesses. Development. As a result, the carrier announced immediate and direct actions in reducing costs.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 3, 2022

Global wide production, transportation and logistics activity levels reported for February, but continued rather concerning data related to global transportation service levels and cost. The IHS Markit Vietnam Manufacturing PMI® rose again to a level of 54.3 Global and Domestic Transportation and Logistics Indices.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 20, 2022

front that retailers and certain businesses may have procured too much inventory , and now that these inventories have arrived, the challenge will be not to exposed to a decline in consumer buying activity in the months to come. There is further growing evidence on the U.S. percent of GDP to 6.2 percentage points from Q1 to Q2.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

Almost 75 percent of US companies are experiencing capacity shortfalls in their supply chains, due to Coronavirus-linked transport disruptions , a new study has shown. The US auto industry is expected to follow suit as stockpiled inventory becomes depleted. It is also airlifting parts from China to its Vietnam operations.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 2, 2023

Report authors however, qualified that the domestic market demand was the prime source of activity growth. Vietnam The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing PMI® returned to expansion level with a reported value of 51.2 This upturn reportedly stretched the sequence of production level growth to 20 months.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 3, 2023

Further indicated were signs of weakness occurring in China , Japan , Malaysia, South Korea , Taiwan and Vietnam. Morgan indicated in part: “ Near-term forward looking indicators also headed lower, most notably the finished goods orders-to-inventory ratio which fell further below 1,0 from an already contractionary reading.” declined 0.7

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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. A likely certainty is that transportation and logistics costs will continue to rise in the coming months. in May from the 46.0

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BlueYonder

MARCH 6, 2020

Lucky are the companies that can shift production to other countries like Mexico or Vietnam. where is my inventory,” and leverage ML-based recommendations to find alternate sources of supply and integrated execution capabilities to turn recommendations into alternate supply shipments. The third is exports to China.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 8, 2024

The pivotal turning point in the inventory cycle is a key factor for initiating a recovery. This index is a compilation of seven ASEAN nations- Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. A prior downturn in Vietnam moderated during December. by the end of the year.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 10, 2022

We further cited CMS provider Pegatron ’s announced manufacturing investment in India, and expansion in Vietnam. Noted was that the digital transformation of Lean practices requires new definition and direction for just-in-time inventory management flows. Number Nine. February 4, 2021. Number Eight.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The orders-to-inventory ratio fell to another multi-year low last month as excess capacity continued to build at factories. Of particular concern, the New Orders sub-index declined more than 4 points, reaching a contraction value in September while the Inventories sub-index was 2.6 percentage points higher. up from a value of 53.7

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Meanwhile, countries in Southeast Asia, such as Vietnam and Cambodia, are enjoying growth as offshore manufacturing centres. Through collaboration with your procurement partner, you can reduce inventory levels and then potentially downsize your warehouse capacity needs.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 25, 2020

Supermarket chains can’t keep their shelves stocked while retailers have warehouses full of unsold inventory. With less transportation capacity, carriers are forced to hike shipping costs, and airfreight rates from China to Europe were already up 253% YOY in April. How Best to Prepare.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Morgan indicated, in part: “ With business optimism and the orders-to-inventory ratio also both dipping to their lowest levels in two-and-a-half years, the outlook for production remains downbeat.”. percentage points for October while the Inventories Index declined three percentage points. for October, compared to 52.5

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Changing Landscape of Supply Chain Executives Traditionally, supply chain executives excelled in managing functions like transportation, warehousing, inventory, and production planning but supply chain process extends beyond the firm, involving global relationships with suppliers and customers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

It even took authorities some time to recognise the vital importance of warehouse logistics, supply chain continuity, truck drivers and other transport operators. Arising from the pandemic is risk diversification i.e. reducing sourcing risks from China. Chairman — Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transportation (CILT).

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

However, measures such as alternative factories, dual sourcing and more generous safety stocks go against the well-versed philosophy of lean supply chains that has prevailed in recent decades,” he says. Inventory and Capacity Buffers. Multi-Sourcing. Another crucial software system is the transport management system (TMS).

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Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

Spire’s granular AIS data about transport vessels is now seamlessly incorporated into the cloud-based software system used by Gravity’s clients. From product concept, sourcing, and ordering to delivery, Gravity helps its clients stay informed every step of the way. A major global event challenges a globalized system.

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EMERGE App

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

This should serve as a general framework to source products from different countries according to their strengths. For example, China for just about everything that can be made, Vietnam for clothing and shoes, and Bangladesh for garments. Department of Transportation. And the list goes on. Check Import Laws & Regulations.

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EMERGE App

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

This should serve as a general framework to source products from different countries according to their strengths. For example, China for just about everything that can be made, Vietnam for clothing and shoes, and Bangladesh for garments. Department of Transportation. And the list goes on. Check Import Laws & Regulations.

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NC State SCRC

MARCH 9, 2016

They combined related functions such as purchasing, inventory control, receiving, and stores under the authority of one individual. The Vietnam War, for example, resulted in upward price and material availability pressures. External events directly affected the operation of the typical firm.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 9, 2023

That would include alternatives to China under the umbrella of China Plus sourcing. based companies had indicated in survey data and in concerted actions in termed China Plus sourcing strategies that either alternative, nearshoring, or reshoring efforts were being undertaken. We pointed out that in 2022, more U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 5, 2024

Morgan indicated in part: “ An improving orders-to-inventory ratio and upward momentum in both new export business and employment all suggest the underlying dynamics of the manufacturing sector are also moving in the right direction. Contrasting Reporting for U.S. Manufacturing Among the two reported PMI reports relative to U.S.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2017

struck Vietnam. N single sourced parts with revenue impact $X-$YM each are manufactured at this facility. N single sourced parts with revenue impact $X-$YM each are manufactured at this facility. We have N weeks of component supply on hand and have secured additional N weeks of inventory from the broker market.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 18, 2016

struck Vietnam. N single sourced parts with revenue impact $X-$YM each are manufactured at this facility. N single sourced parts with revenue impact $X-$YM each are manufactured at this facility. We have N weeks of component supply on hand and have secured additional N weeks of inventory from the broker market.

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In higher-traffic markets, Advance Auto Parts has “hub” stores that keep more inventory in-stock to give customers what they need when they need it. Bed Bath & Beyond is also implementing inventory reduction strategies and is on track for a 5% reduction year-over-year by the end of the current fiscal year.

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Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

Shipping Executives Anticipate Longer Disruption According to a published report from Bloomberg this week , the CEO’s of two global transport carriers indicated that the Red Sea threat is likely to disrupt shipping for weeks or months longer. retailers are already experiencing notifications of extended arrival times of ordered inventory.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Further reported was that supplier delivery performance levels deteriorated for the first time attributed to trucking and transportation delays. Quicker declines in finished goods inventories and a softer reduction in pre-production stocks were noted. up 2 percentage points from the 47.1 level reported for December. percentage points.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

Those who source a significant portion of their goods from China. Also, those retailers who have not already diversified their sourcing options, as some of the major players have, will have little time to do that before the new tariffs kick in, putting them at a distinct disadvantage. increasing inventory before the deadline.

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BlueYonder

AUGUST 29, 2019

Those who source a significant portion of their goods from China. Also, those retailers who have not already diversified their sourcing options, as some of the major players have, will have little time to do that before the new tariffs kick in, putting them at a distinct disadvantage. increasing inventory before the deadline.

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Nike has warned of inventory shortages and Costco is having trouble keeping enough toilet rolls in stock. You’ve got record levels of inventory in the country already. That inventory’s got to get cleared out to make room first. The stakes are high. Where’s it all going to go?”. Fallon/Bloomberg.

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