Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 13, 2023

More Significant Development As noted in last week’s update , the UAW labor union has been utilizing a novel work stoppage strategy that targets each of the three individual U.S. In this fifth Supply Chain Matters weekly reader update, we highlight the latest developments related to ongoing UAW labor strike involving the big three U.S.

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Kentucky Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Strategy Sourcing Strategies 52

Synovos

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

The conference, to be held at the Kentucky International Convention Center in downtown Louisville, is expected to draw more than 1,000 attendees. Shoemaker will present his paper “ Should We Be Doing More? The Role of Continuous Improvement in Sustaining Plant Reliability.” To register for the conference, visit Reliable Plant.

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Conference Louisville Kentucky Manufacturing Procurement 74

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides another update on ongoing strategic sourcing and operational developments occurring among electric vehicle focused supply and production networks. can spur added interest in battery manufacturing circular networks. Rivian Automotive Initiates Key Strategic Partnership with Mercedes.

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Supply Chain Network Software Network Optimization Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 52

SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

Amazon’s Mission Its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction is at the heart of Amazon’s logistics strategy. Pharmacy: Amazon Pharmacy – Online service for purchasing prescription medications with home delivery. This customer-focused approach permeates every aspect of their operations, including logistics.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies Inventory Management Software 79

Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

Amazon’s trucking fleet is expanding rapidly; it launched in 2005 with the purchase of thousands of trailers used to shift goods between fulfillment centers. Not huge, but it’s only going to grow – the planned 210 acre Amazon airport in Kentucky will support up to 200 flights daily. Source: Amazon.com.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Data Logistics Supply Chain Planning Software 133

Freightos

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Digital channels may spell trouble for traditional retailers but it also represents evolution, giving Asian and Indian manufacturers a global reach. And at the heart is a battle being waged between Alibaba and Amazon, both via very different strategies. Take Fidget Spinners. The Alibaba Method. A Tale of Two Potential Logistics Giants.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Modeling Software 62

GlobalTranz

MARCH 6, 2015

While US manufacturing has been hit hard by nearly two decades of policy failures that have damaged its international competitiveness, it remains a vital part of the U.S. The US manufacturing sector employed 12 million workers in 2013, or about 8.8 On average, non-college-educated workers in manufacturing made 10.9 employment.

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Manufacturing Procurement America Manufacturing Report 120