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How Procter & Gamble is thriving on supply chain complexity

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Source: Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference. P&G knew that it needed to improve its S&OP forecast quality, while reducing the human effort and inventory needed to meet customer service levels. The weaker distributors were getting short-changed on these items and chronically unable to meet demand.

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Supply Chain Matters News Capsule Follow-up- February 13, 2023

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GlobalFoundries , based in upstate New York , operates semiconductor chip production facilities formerly operated by IBM in Malta New York and Burlington, Vermont. Chips Act, to construct an additional chip fabrication plant in Malta, New York. According to the report, GlobalFoundries now aims to submit a proposal to the U.S.

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US Semiconductor Fab Investments Make Headlines and Concerns

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billion grant for GlobalFoundries to support the development and expansion of fab facilities in Malta, New York , and Burlington, Vermont. Noted in interviews with sources is a realization that facility construction costs are four to five times higher than what they would be Asia. sourced capability.

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New: Global Trade Map 2016

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The benefits of utilising modern-day FTAs include fewer customs duties, less red tape, access to public tenders, sourcing opportunities, investment opportunities and more transparent business conditions. It lays the foundation for gradual alignment of norms and standards, including on food safety and technical regulations. Liechtenstein.