Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 3, 2014

A couple of weeks ago, a man drove a tractor-trailer into a Milwaukee park and over two pedestrian bridges, where it ultimately got stuck (a towing company had to use a crane to lift the trailer onto a nearby road). Truck Gets Stuck in Milwaukee Park, Driver Blames GPS (Source: WTMJ).

Supply Chain Software 173

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ivalua

JULY 21, 2021

REV Group embarked on its sourcing and procurement transformation earlier this year, which included four appointments to REV’s global sourcing and supply chain team, representing the Fire & Emergency, Commercial and Recreation segments. Benefits include: Shortened sourcing cycle times. 100% visibility of sourcing processes.

Sourcing Strategies 130

Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Groups 130

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 23,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries. However, localized sourcing shortened leadtimes and improve responsiveness.

Supply Chain Software 34

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement 34

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 23,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries. However, localized sourcing shortened leadtimes and improve responsiveness.

Supply Chain Software 30

Supply Chain Software Case Study Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 30

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2023

An investigative report alleges that Milwaukee Tool has been sourcing work gloves from political prisoners at the Chishan Prison in China.

Milwaukee 94

Milwaukee Tools China Sourcing 94

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 21, 2023

Better sourcing processes, how to implement omnichannel fulfilment, and creative solutions for labour shortages. Receiving both her undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Lindsay is a loyal Wisconsinite. Over the past two years, e-commerce brands have learned a lot.

Cost Reduction Strategies 130

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Price Mitigation Strategies 130

Supply Chain View from the Field

APRIL 27, 2013

Finally, on my trip home I sat next to a sales manager for a large US distributor of wiring harnesses and cable, who was returning from Monterrey back to Milwaukee.

BRIC 60

BRIC Mexico New York Milwaukee 60