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The State of the Retail Supply Chain

SCM Research

When we talk about supply chain management, we often intuitively take the perspective of the manufacturing industry. The results also highlight the need for retailers to focus on supply chain talent management, network growth, and resource optimization.”

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The Renewed Importance of Production Planning and Scheduling in the New Normal- The Talent Challenge

Supply Chain Matters

This update addresses the equally growing importance for securing and retaining needed talent for companies who are considering or have invested in more responsive Cloud based software technology supporting tactical and operational planning supporting process and batch manufacturing process environments.

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Supply Chain Matters Podcast Episode 17- Needs for More Diverse Supply Chain Talent from the Lens of Technology.

Supply Chain Matters

Our invited guest in this podcast conversation is Terri Hiskey, Vice President of SCM Product Marketing for Oracle , where she leads the strategic development and execution of supply chain and manufacturing-focused content, programs, and assets.

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Future of Procurement Study Available

Supply Chain View from the Field

The earliest traces of this can be linked to materials management. Charles Babbage’s book on the economy of machinery and manufacturers, published in 1832, referred to the importance of the purchasing function. i] Charles Babbage, On the Economy of Machinery and Manufacturers, 2nd ed.

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Tesla Raises Pay Levels for California Production Workers

Supply Chain Matters

Reportedly, these adjustments further represent a greater than 10 percent raise for most hourly workers within the Nevada battery manufacturing complex. Further indicated is that the labor union has active organizing efforts targeting Tesla and a dozen other auto manufacturers with a U.S. up to $34.50 per hour on the high end.

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Labor Strike Targeting U.S. Automakers- Update Five

Supply Chain Matters

Ford has elected to partner with South Korean based battery manufacturer SK Innovation , in building and the joint operating of three battery production facilities, two in Kentucky and one in Tennessee. Both of these U.S. states support to right-to-work laws that make it very difficult for labor unions to organize workers.

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Our Upcoming Supply Chain Matters Podcast Episode

Supply Chain Matters

In our conversation, Radu provides a unique perspective from the lens of working on C-Suite focused recruitment needs derived from global based organizations for senior leadership needs spanning overall supply chain, manufacturing, transportation, logistics and E-commerce leadership needs.