Cathy Roberson

MAY 25, 2025

The report will be available free for paid Substack subscribers but I’ll provide a summary and a link to the report in case you’re interested in either purchasing it separately or paying for an anuual subscribtion to my Substack articles. Reported May 20 Let me take a moment to comment on our global sourcing strategy.

Purchasing Skills 67

Purchasing Skills Price Reduction Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies 67

Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 21, 2013

From a US import manufacturer perspective, it may be good enough to assume periodic natural disaster disruptions and develop climate adaptation supply chain contingency plans. One idea: import manufacturers might diversify production partner locations instead of having all of their product sources in a single basket.

Asia 113

Asia Manufacturing Procurement South America Ireland 113

QAD

MAY 30, 2025

and South America, the company is a thriving global manufacturer. ANCA sought a way to streamline its purchasing process, improve communications with suppliers, increase the visibility of in-transit goods and improve inventory accuracy. With offices in Europe, Asia, the U.S.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Demand Planning Software 52

DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 11, 2014

When the German auto industry meets, manufacturers and suppliers worldwide listen very carefully. After all, German manufacturers that are used to success are often trendsetters for new products and process innovations. For example, the design of a purchased item is decisive for its transport packaging. Is that really new?”

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Network Optimization Supply Chain Design Software 120

Supply Chain Movement

JULY 10, 2014

Nevertheless, it is unclear whether they actually receive the same volumes of sustainable materials as they purchase – especially when it comes to cocoa and palm oil. If nothing changes, food manufacturers who process these natural, renewable raw materials will soon face major problems. By Marcel te Lindert. Pruning and weeding.

Sustainability 92

Sustainability Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Pricing Training 92

Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. This complexity is occurring in many forms. Cost Pressures Will Continue to Escalate.

Predictive Analytics 117

Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Design Software 117

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 2, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , halted a consecutive five-months of contraction levels to that of no-change. The S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI® had a February value of 47.3,

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Global Manufacturing Optimal Sourcing 52

QAD

JULY 6, 2021

and South America, the company is a thriving global manufacturer. ANCA sought a way to streamline its purchasing process, improve communications with suppliers, increase the visibility of in-transit goods and improve inventory accuracy. With offices in Europe, Asia, the U.S.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Procurement 98

Resilinc

MAY 3, 2022

The lack of skilled and semi-skilled factory workers as well as the fact that many workers prefer the hours, conditions and flexibility of service jobs and gig work are formidable obstacles for companies looking to reshore production—especially those in advanced manufacturing. A vivid example: drones. As the U.S.

Aerospace 62

Aerospace Security Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement 62

Unleashed

APRIL 18, 2021

Whether it’s deforestation from farming grains or livestock; carbon emissions from transport and production plants; or chemical waste produced manufacturing household products, it’s important for a business to understand all the ways in which it impacts the environment – and to take action to minimize its footprint.

Supply Chain Planning Software 116

Supply Chain Planning Software Sustainability Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 116

Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

Given that some Asian and South American countries have no compunction about continuing to do business with Russia, and that many companies in the West have trade relationships in Asia and South America, the sanctions have caught many Western companies’ supply chains in a stranglehold. But the problems don’t stop there.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Ukraine Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software 98

Elementum

DECEMBER 2, 2015

China’s Tianjin port suffered a devastating explosion in August which left many manufacturers, insurers and shipping supply chains crippled. To mitigate the investment and production loss in Tianjin, JLR has planned new production centers in continental Europe and South America. We take a look at the lasting consequences.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies Chemicals Price Reduction 60

Elementum

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

The lithium boom signals a shift in manufacturing and energy in the United States—but the popular mineral is facing some obstacles when it comes to heavy air and rail regulation. Its growth—use increases by 11% per year—has ignited a battle among companies to produce the cheapest alternative source: batteries. manufacturing.

Transportation 60

Transportation Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies South America 60

Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Nevertheless, it is unclear whether they actually receive the same volumes of sustainable materials as they purchase – especially when it comes to cocoa and palm oil. If nothing changes, food manufacturers who process these natural, renewable raw materials will soon face major problems. Yazan: Marcel te Lindert. By Marcel te Lindert.

Sustainability 79

Sustainability Buyer Training Africa Manufacturing Procurement 79

Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 27, 2013

Later in the week, I traveled to Monterrey, Mexico to speak to a group of executives at Xignux, a large private manufacturing company of cable, food products, engineering services, and power generation equipment.

BRIC 60

BRIC New York Mexico Milwaukee 60

EHS Sustainability Knowledge at Work

DECEMBER 13, 2018

And it is these extra layers of supply chain that create more complexity for those at the end of the chain, such as manufacturers and retailers. As such, the Chinese soy industry, under the Sustainable Soy Trade Platform , is developing China Responsible Soy Sourcing Guidelines. What happens next? Soy will continue to expand.

Brazil 58

Brazil Argentina Paraguay Manufacturing Procurement 58

Resilinc

MAY 16, 2023

Some sources predict future lithium shortages due to the large quantities of water required for lithium production, which is taxing for areas like South America and Australia that are prone to drought. Over 90% of solar panels include “solar wafers” which are made of polysilicon—97% of which are manufactured in China.

Chile 62

Chile Manufacturing Procurement Australia Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Network

JUNE 15, 2011

Manufacturing and business spending were the bright spots during much of 2010, while consumer goods production was almost flat. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske Logistics provides supply chain management and logistics services to major industrial and consumer companies throughout the world.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Supply Chain Design Software South America 60

Resilinc

AUGUST 2, 2022

We had the purchasing power to accomplish that. Wilensky: Okay, but for OEMs with lower annual spend, what kinds of contract terms can induce a supplier to stand up a new manufacturing facility in a country that’s closer to the domestic markets or their major contract manufacturers?

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Optimization 62

Unleashed

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Mordor Intelligence pegs the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) at 4.22% for 2020-2025, with Europe the largest market for consumers and South America the fastest-growing market. At time of writing, our data sources are unable to provide an accurate picture of the size of the NZ coffee market in a post-Covid-19 world.

Trends 76

Trends Industrial Industry Purchasing Skills 76

Proxima

JULY 26, 2023

We have also seen key players in the market, such as TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company), seek to diversify production locations moving closer to (incentivizing) key markets and customers in the US and Europe. The key reasons cited for the moves were; Improved visibility of supply chain for decision-making – 45.9%

Vendor Strategies 52

Vendor Strategies Material Savings Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 12, 2023

This merger will reportedly include lithium mines and deposits located in Australia Canada , and South America and result in the third largest global lithium producer. America-centric is a big differentiator for us with customers, with investors.” to Combine with Allkem Ltd. to Combine with Allkem Ltd. based Livent Corp.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 52

Global Trade Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2007

By having many service providers involved, which among each other are often not connected, the friction in moving goods from source to destination are very high. As manufactures and retailers increasingly depend on extended rosters of sourcing companies, the resulting networked supply chain requires improved visibility.

Cargo 40

Cargo Supply Chain Network Software Global Real-time Visibility 40

NC State SCRC

JUNE 15, 2016

Let’s look at the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement as an example, where 12 countries around the Pacific Rim have signed an all-inclusive deal that excludes China, Korea and India, and promotes trade between critical nations in South East Asia, North and South America, South Pacific and Japan.

Supply Chain Planning 40

Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Material Savings Global 40

Unleashed

MAY 31, 2021

As a manufacturer, you will likely see two acronyms used a lot when referring to potential business models. OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, and ODM stands for Original Design Manufacturer. Not the manufacturing acronyms you were looking for? OEM and ODM are two manufacturing business models.

Manufacturing Procurement 66

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Purchasing Skills Modeling 66

Unleashed

MAY 31, 2021

As a manufacturer, you will likely see two acronyms used a lot when referring to potential business models. OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, and ODM stands for Original Design Manufacturer. Not the manufacturing acronyms you were looking for? OEM and ODM are two manufacturing business models.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Purchasing Skills Modeling 52

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2013

GDP growth and limited new Class 8 truck purchases will push pricing power back in the favor of carriers, with large and mid-size carriers dominating many of the smaller carriers. in the US economy and an expanding manufacturing PMI, the US is on track for growth. Also visit the Carrier Direct website – carrierdirect.co.

Trends 100

Trends Logistics Network Optimization Software Manufacturing Procurement BRIC 100

Shipchain

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

With that being said, we are in ongoing discussions and have active pilots and customers in Asia, Africa, and Central and South America outside of the US. These primitives will enable us to begin documenting and tracking supply chain interactions before a purchase has even occurred. Any update on this?

Supply Chain Planning Software 9

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 9

Enterra Insights

JANUARY 3, 2019

They predict, “Culinary inspiration from Asia, Oceania and the western coasts of North and South America may be seen on more menus and retail shelves next year. ”[6] Also on the rise, according to many sources, is the consumption of insect proteins, veggie meats, and lab-grown proteins. ” Hemp-infused foods.

Food 100

Food Trends Oklahoma Predictive Analytics Software 100

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A recent study revealed that 63% of manufacturers and retailers, and 60% of logistics providers, believe their efforts to create end-to-end visibility are yielding the single greatest return on investment of all their execution strategies today. More Than Ever, Acting Sustainably Makes Good Business Sense. And with good reason.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 261

Logistics Network Optimization Software Resource Reduction Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 261

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Same-day delivery is at the top of shoppers’ wish lists this holiday season, as Target’s CEO Brian Cornell said more consumers are waiting until the last minute to make purchases. billion “Chips for America” semiconductor manufacturing and research subsidy program approved by Congress in August 2022 to ramp up U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 329

Logistics Network Optimization Software New Hampshire Logistics Price Reduction 329

Elementum

AUGUST 2, 2017

Logistics, the complex operation involving the movements of people, facilities, and supplies, is applied in every industry from manufacturing to retail to trade. North America shows promising growth in trade activities thanks to deals between the US and China, South America, and Europe. Forecast to grow by a CAGR of 7.5%

Logistics Network Optimization Software 60

Logistics Network Optimization Software Company Logistics South America 60

Vinculum

MAY 5, 2022

It provides in-depth information on the cost structure, gross margin, manufacturing set-up, network connection, selling price, actual value, service delivery, size, and share, and the entire development process in the broader term. South America assures Colombia, Chile, Argentina, and Nigeria.

Forecasting Software 52

Forecasting Software Modeling Software Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Network Software 52

EMERGE App

MARCH 4, 2020

Since you’re in complete control of your prices, it stands to reason that you can control the minimum volume they purchase. Bear in mind that customers won’t be happy to purchase more tubes than they need in the slower winter months. These ancient seeds are typically found in South America and parts of Asia.

Purchasing Skills 69

Purchasing Skills Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Expense Reduction 69

Kinaxis

APRIL 28, 2017

Ford has been around for 100 years and the five main regions of the company (North and South America, Asia, Europe and Middle/Eastern Africa) grew up individually. Components sourced in one region are being consumed by demands in other regions. One of which is its extensive legacy. An approximate model is not enough.

Capacity 203

Capacity Supply Chain Planning Software Global Modeling Software 203

Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

South America would say goodbye to cities like Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. East notes, “Sustainability analytics requires a lot of data from many different sources. Some of that data already exists and is standardized, while other data is coming from new sources with no established standards.”

Predictive Analytics 130

Predictive Analytics Analytics Software Manufacturing Procurement Predictive Analytics Software 130

Freightos

APRIL 24, 2016

McLean purchases a steamship and a railroad terminal company. Export manufacturing starts moving away from ports. Asia, South Africa, Australia/NZ, North America and South America are all largely containerized. Western Europe selects container standards for rail, also intended for ship and truck.

Shipping 120

Shipping Cargo Supply Chain Design Software Asia 120