Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 4, 2013

Supply chain talent is primarily coming from North America and Europe, but these are the continents that represent the lowest levels of growth for supply chain 2020 (see figure 1). Most global multinational companies have a solid base now in South America and Asia, but the race is on for Africa.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 17, 2020

Being able to understand if supply expected from Europe needs to be re-routed and sourced from Asia or South America is important when entire channels become unavailable. One US-based ToolsGroup manufacturing customer sources parts from several Chinese and Italian suppliers.

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PINC

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

ProMat 2019, held April 8-11, 2019 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, is the largest expo for manufacturing and supply chain professionals in North and South America.

South America 20

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QAD

APRIL 11, 2019

Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest country in the world. Brazil is located in Eastern South America and borders the Atlantic Ocean as well as the countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay and Venezuela. Manufacturing in Brazil.

Brazil 108

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

2018 new customers include industry leaders such as Ericsson, Strabag, the State of Ohio , Saab, Dole, Baylor Scott & White Health, Bpifrance, America Movil , Danieli, Michigan State University , Orange and over 40 other of the most admired brands. 2019 revenue is expected to continue to grow rapidly and exceed $100M.

Manufacturing Procurement 35

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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

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 19, 2022

There’s no doubt that the pandemic, with its harsh lockdowns and impact on economies worldwide, has played a dramatic role in the supply chain disruptions being experienced by manufacturers. This is to avoid more costly routes such as the Panama Canal or taking the long haul around the tip of Africa or South America.

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Arena Solutions

MARCH 25, 2025

A significant portion of the worlds lithium reserves is concentrated in South America, particularly in Chile and Argentina. Manufacturing and Production: Scaling up battery production to meet growing demand presents logistical and technical challenges.

Supply Chain Design Software 62

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QAD

MAY 30, 2025

and South America, the company is a thriving global manufacturer. The companys headquarters are in Australia, but it exports more than 99 percent of its products to customers in more than 45 countries. With offices in Europe, Asia, the U.S.

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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. At the Forum Automobillogistik 2014 in Frankfurt, however, it was an American woman who caused a stir. “We

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Major Trends: Volatile Production, Capacity Crisis & The Need for EV Automotive manufacturing is experiencing a huge global transformation compared to the past. The main destinations of vehicle exports were Europe, Middle East and Africa and South America.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 10, 2014

Consumption, especially of ‘luxury’ products such as coffee, tea and chocolate, is expected to increase substantially, in particular in the emerging economies in the Far East, South America and parts of Africa. If nothing changes, food manufacturers who process these natural, renewable raw materials will soon face major problems.

Sustainability 92

Sustainability Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Pricing Training 92

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

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 9, 2015

After China, other regions that have growth potential, according to 3PL and supply chain executives, are North America, Asia (not including China and India) and Western Europe, in that order. Other emerging markets include South America (not including Mexico), India, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Mexico.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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QAD

JULY 6, 2021

and South America, the company is a thriving global manufacturer. The company’s headquarters are in Australia, but it exports more than 99 percent of its products to customers in more than 45 countries. With offices in Europe, Asia, the U.S.

Supply Chain Design Software 98

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2015

Can you aspire to have end-to-end supply chain visibility, which is what every manufacturer and retailer wants in order to become more agile and responsive, without also accepting end-to-end responsibility? It’s a time bomb.”. Companies Turning a Blind Eye to Supply Chains (WSJ, Dec. 23, 2014, sub.

North America 100

North America Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Cathy Roberson

MAY 25, 2025

That was because we do manufacture in China, but mostly for goods sold within China. Outside of that, our top sourcing regions of Southeast Asia and Central and South America in aggregate account for about 85% of what comes into the U.S. China is less than 2% of total cost into the U.S.

Purchasing Skills 67

Purchasing Skills Price Reduction Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies 67

Talking Logistics

APRIL 6, 2015

As I wrote last October, all signs point to Mexico playing a greater role in supply chains , as companies across a variety of industries grow their presence in the country, either manufacturing in Mexico or growing their supplier base there.

Mexico 100

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BlueYonder

JULY 11, 2023

I initially worked in High Tech manufacturing for a microchip manufacturer and an electronics manufacturing group, where I cut my teeth on logistics. I studied Industrial Engineering at Georgia Tech and learned about logistics systems. I then spent the last 20 years in the U.S.,

Logistics Network Optimization Software 75

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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

Talking Logistics

APRIL 14, 2015

Today’s global supply chains span oceans and continents and contain a panoply of raw materials providers, suppliers, manufacturers, ocean carriers, retailers, and LSPs. He held several executive positions with the company in Asia, North and South America. Urban was an executive with American President Lines, Ltd.

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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.

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Gravity Supply Chain

OCTOBER 11, 2018

From the multiple hurricanes which have battered South America and the United States… The post How to Overcome Nature’s Impact over Global Supply Chains appeared first on Gravity Supply Chain. This past year witnessed an unusually large number of devastating natural disasters all across the world.

South America 40

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Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I also worked with a team of leading thinkers in developing the Future of Procurement Report (published by KPMG) , as well as publish the BVL International Global Logistics Trends and Strategies report with a team of leading academics and executives in Europe, China, North and South America, Russia, and India.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Consumption, especially of ‘luxury’ products such as coffee, tea and chocolate, is expected to increase substantially, in particular in the emerging economies in the Far East, South America and parts of Africa. If nothing changes, food manufacturers who process these natural, renewable raw materials will soon face major problems.

Sustainability 79

Sustainability Buyer Training Africa Manufacturing Procurement 79

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. manufacturing. But they also have a deal with a lithium mine in Mexico , and there are many lithium sources located in Central and South America.

Transportation 60

Transportation Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies South America 60

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.

Aerospace 62

Aerospace Security Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement 62

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

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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.

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RFgen

JANUARY 29, 2015

The question is then asked: Could someone in another industry, such as manufacturing, make similar adjustments on the fly using currently available technology?

Supply Chain Software 52

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ThroughPut

DECEMBER 22, 2021

During the pandemic, our customers have enabled an incredible journey from the farms of South America, to the glass bottle manufacturers of the US, to supermarkets in Europe, and even the container ports in the Middle East, and beyond.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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RFgen

JANUARY 29, 2015

The question is then asked: Could someone in another industry, such as manufacturing, make similar adjustments on the fly using currently available technology?

Supply Chain Software 52

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Robert is the Manager of Global Logistics at Jamieson Wellness , Canada’s leading branded manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of high-quality natural health products. Jamieson Wellness is Canada’s leading branded manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of high-quality natural health products. About Robert DeBellefeuille.

South America 246

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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.

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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. The ongoing US-China trade wars will see more soy traders switch to South America. What happens next? Soy will continue to expand.

Brazil 58

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RFgen

MAY 8, 2016

As markets emerge in India, China and South America, U.S. Successful companies can also open smaller manufacturing operations closer to large consumer groups to shorten distribution distance. companies look for new ways to ship their goods around the world and maintain visibility without succumbing to the obstacles of geography.

Inventory 52

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RFgen

MAY 8, 2016

As markets emerge in India, China and South America, U.S. Successful companies can also open smaller manufacturing operations closer to large consumer groups to shorten distribution distance. companies look for new ways to ship their goods around the world and maintain visibility without succumbing to the obstacles of geography.

Inventory 52

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