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Understand the Pitfalls of IBP Before Embarking on a Supply Chain Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

GEON Performance Solutions purchases plastic pellets and add plastic compounders to make products of different strength, resilience, and flexibility. In one article , Mr. Sorenson points out that IBP works better for small manufacturers than large ones. Dean Sorenson concurs. Mr. Herrin was a good fit.

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6 Tips for Creating Private Label Products for Amazon FBA

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These two e-commerce business models have really taken off in the past decade, helped no doubt by the resurgence of China as the world’s manufacturing hub, the app economy and the convenience of an always-on mobile web. Here, I’ll cover private label products first and how you should go about sourcing for suppliers.

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9 KPIs to Track for Proper Freight Management

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In modern manufacturing and transportation, savings are everything. Nearly every company offers some sort of discounted shipping plan for large purchase orders, and more customers are demanding faster delivery at a reduced rate. Most industry experts rate the cost of logistics as very costly. Core KPIs to Track and Understand.

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The Pandemic Motivates Changes in the Food Supply Chain

Enterra Insights

In addition to government guidelines for the food supply chain, the Consumer Brands Association (CBA — formerly the Grocery Manufacturers Association) started a review of supply chain infrastructure, particularly that portion associated with food industries. Since over half of the fruits and vegetables in the U.S. The Codex Alimentarius.

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Trucking Market Update and 2020 Q1 Freight Outlook

Zipline Logistics

Loads on the spot market, in which retailers and manufacturers buy trucking capacity as they need it, rather than through a contract, have fallen by a chilling 62.6% (in 2019),” according to an article published by Business Insider. Carriers are presently price sensitive and can leave deliveries midstream in favor of other opportunities.

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Amazing Examples of 3D Printing Technology!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Its been present for two decades now. From developing an artificial human body part to manufacturing a fully-fledged supercar prototype, it’s assured that this is the most innovative and cutting-edge technology we have discovered to date. By using 3D CAD data, precise parts can be manufactured.

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The best coffee marketing ideas to grow your roastery sales

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If your brand is present and popular in the spaces that people like to hang out in, you’re able to interact directly with fans, talk to them, offer them new content and, over time, promote how awesome your coffee is. Coffee and other products: Coffee roasters can team up with other product manufacturers to make highly popular combinations.