The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

These activities involve numerous stakeholders, such as suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Generative AI can use models with billions or even trillions of parameters trained on massive datasets (think the size of the internet), enabling it to produce increasingly complex outputs such as speech, text, and videos.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2024

During the 1980s, I was on a management team for a large manufacturer. The Company was attempting to gain economies of scale by grouping manufacturing technologies within a common infrastructure to reap the benefits of a co-generation facility, a centralized warehouse, and a talented administrative team. They take different forms.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 25, 2021

Industrial and manufacturing jobs are some of the most dangerous professions in the world. Here are ten tips that help increase industrial and manufacturing safety for employees. Provide Safety Training. Companies should train workers on workplace safety policies before they begin working.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

You have probably heard about the IoT in the famous GE commercials, such as the “Talking Train and Car,” as depicted on Engineering.com, but you might not have thought about how your organization may already be involved with the IoT. Transportation Management. Transportation Management. The answer is simple.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Coming back to the context of technology, and its significance in helping manufacturing businesses grow, it is to be mentioned that the benefits of adopting the resource are actually productive due to a lot of reasons. In the manufacturing industry, generating the coveted sales and maximum Return on Investment are things of highest concern.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 18, 2018

Over the next two years, manufacturers are set to invest more than $250 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and the use of technology to improve manufacturing will only increase. Let us take a closer look at some the advanced manufacturing technologies set to define the state of manufacturing throughout 2018.

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4WL Consulting

MAY 4, 2020

C3Nano is a material technology company developing and manufacturing transparent conductive films, the main component in all touch sensors used in phones, tablets, and more. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. Transcript.

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4WL Consulting

MAY 4, 2020

C3Nano is a material technology company developing and manufacturing transparent conductive films, the main component in all touch sensors used in phones, tablets, and more. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. The top trends impacting manufacturing in the next 3 to 5 years. Transcript.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2017

The United States aerospace manufacturing industry is a highly competitive one. These factors make aerospace manufacturing companies highly valued partners, even internationally. These heavy-duty robots play a key role in many manufacturing processes, ensuring uniformity and safety. Fuselage Fabrication. EMI and EMC Testing.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 26, 2016

manufacturers, supply chain, logistics, transportation, and freight management. Today we focus on the realities that we face with American manufacturing. The argument for American manufacturing is clear, and the topic has graced the stages of all political candidates. Manufacturers. manufacturing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 22, 2023

Nine years ago, my company FourKites pioneered the market for real-time transportation visibility. Once you know where that truck (or train, plane or container) is, that’s when things get really interesting. Some examples: Procurement and Co-manufacturing : What is the impact of inbound transportation issues on materials?

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OptiProERP

MARCH 21, 2023

We live in an era where it is hard to imagine the manufacturing industry without robots, sensors, and computer-enabled software systems. The fourth industrial revolution made manufacturing smarter. The manufacturing sector embraced automation using IIoT, Cloud computing, and cognitive computing technologies. the term Industry 5.0

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

Approximately 60 percent of today's unfilled manufacturing jobs are due to a shortage of applicants with sufficient proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and math ( STEM ) skills. IMPO Executive Editor, Anna Wells provides insights into the complicated issue in her article “Why The Manufacturing Skills Gap Is Serious”.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 14, 2016

For manufacturers, virtual reality represents a major breakthrough in how products are created. Let’s take an in-depth look into the world of virtual reality, what’s holding it back, and why manufacturers are looking to virtual reality in manufacturing. What Are the Hindrances to Use of Virtual Reality in Manufacturing?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

We conclude this two part series about manufacturing operations excellence by consultant Chuck Intrieri, by outlaying why manufacturers should focus on a critical component that will help sustain manufacturing operations excellence for years to come. What is Driving Sustainable Manufacturing Operations Excellence?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Relocating your manufacturing business article and permission to publish here provided by Cristina Par. When it comes to creating a relocation strategy for your manufacturing business , you have more to worry about than happy employees. Some manufacturers will move overseas and hire new employees. The Factory Relocation Guide!

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Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. Kanban came from the same place as the wider principles of lean manufacturing: Toyota. Each card represents one work item.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 18, 2014

Transportation and Logistics Industry Trends. These trends stand to impact the transportation and logistics industry, with some already taking hold and others unfolding gradually. Edward Deming, US manufacturing is now on-board with quality management. Each trend has the potential to transform the logistics industry.

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Through our strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King® and our extended portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes, and transportation. “ Trane Technologies is developing shop floor digital twins to optimize all manufacturing process development.”

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 10, 2024

As part of this technical committee, I am working with colleagues on helping to identify the data standards necessary for next generation efficiencies in the global supply chain process covering all major modes of transport: Ocean Full Container, Ocean Less-Than-Container, Short-Sea, Road, Rail and Air.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

In fact, today several leading halal production standards (like the Indonesian and Malaysian halal standards) are already requiring a segregation between halal and non-halal in transport and storage for halal certified manufacturers. This new standard has three modules: transportation, warehousing, and retailing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Where usually all beer manufactured in Singapore is made using imported raw materials, this model of brewing would completely eliminate that need for beer making imports. The circular economy is a cost saver and generally has less carbon emissions, because raw materials are sourced locally and therefore with less transportation.

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AFFLINK

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

In 2016, the University of Washington launched a Master of Supply Chain Management degree at their Foster School of Business, and UW Civil and Environmental engineering department began a partially online master’s degree program in Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics. In the past, supply chain training was something done on the job.

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USC Consulting Group

MARCH 27, 2023

What’s on the road ahead for consumer goods manufacturing? Here are some trends affecting the consumer goods manufacturing industry today: Consumer Goods Manufacturing Trends Challenges remain on the road ahead, but the ride is getting smoother. It means increased training and outreach from trade schools.

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QAD

APRIL 16, 2024

Key Takeaways from UPS’ Keynote Keynote speaker Bill Seward, head of UPS Global Supply Chain Solutions, shed light on the pressing issues facing manufacturers today, and emphasized the need for agility and adaptability, and leveraging human resources and technology in an increasingly volatile environment.

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Locus Robotics

JULY 12, 2022

Recent economic pressures and labor shortages have forced manufacturers and factories to become more flexible and efficient, but many don’t know where to start. 14 Manufacturing Trends in 2022. Accessible Automation. Automation is not entirely new in the manufacturing world, but there is now widespread adoption of the practice.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

Yes, we have achieved greater normalcy in transportation. Train teams to model variability and build a planning master data layer to understand layers of variability. (A Currently, I am working on a study to understand the value of synchronizing contract manufacturing with in-house manufacturing and procurement.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The cost saving and service improvement benefits of a transportation management system (TMS) are well documented. He recommends including those you interact with in daily operations such as manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, procurement, and finance. What are the key ingredients to a successful TMS implementation?

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Andrew Lynch is President and co-founder of Zipline Logistics , an award-winning North American 3PL that specializes exclusively in the transportation of retail consumer goods. He works alongside clients ranging from some of the largest food and beverage businesses in the world to the brightest up-and-coming CPG brands in North America.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 10, 2016

Today, Kelly shares the top 14 Logistics and Supply Chain Management training programs and courses available in 2016. 2) Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management at Western Washington University. Manufacturing System and Supply Chain Design. This program is 48 months long and its cost is around $7,000. 3) OnCampus Texas.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 5, 2022

After two years filled with delays of materials, FDA approval, and properly conducted clinical trials, companies have the breathing space for manufacturing again. By now, most news sources have shared the areas of concern and delays with road and maritime transportation. How Shippers Can Lower Transportation Spend.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Transportation 2.) Robert Cadena is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lean Staffing Solutions, which provides operational, marketing, sales, and technology services to the logistics and transportation industry. based transportation and logistics providers. Transportation 2.) Transportation Services. Warehousing 3.)

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GlobalTranz

JULY 26, 2016

Everyone seems to be clamoring to get on the big data and analytics train. Part of this drive toward more interest in analytics in distribution and manufacturing comes from the ability of analytics to reduce inefficiencies dramatically and increase productivity in both physical and virtual sales environments.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

Newer technologies have created entirely new methodologies for improving manufacturing, and the outlook is brighter than ever. So, let’s take a look at how our predictions for the first four manufacturing technology trends (Predictive analytics, 3D Printing, and VR) to watch for in 2016 stacked up. VR tends to replace the entire image.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

This is our 9th post in our strategic transportation management and logistics series. When selecting a transportation mangement 3PL to aid you in a robust and effective transportation management strategy , defining the rules of engagement is critical to success. Do you even first understand your own needs?

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QAD

JUNE 1, 2023

The panel session title at this year’s INTERPHEX event was “Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) lessons learned – How do you improve efficiency without compromising quality and compliance?” Both Dan Matlis of Axendia and I were in strong agreement. Learn how Vytalogy Wellness found success with QAD Redzone.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2015

Today we bring you some digestible information around safety in manufacturing. Our aim at Cerasis continues and will always be to provide the most important information to those in the manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, and logistics industry. Why Safety In Manufacturing is Important? It’s the right thing to do.

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