Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Traditional risk management policy assumes a contraction in growth: the conventional focus is the shutdown and reallocation of supply. Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. The US GDP in 2021 grew at an unexpected rate of 5.7% His response?

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Together with its strategic partner Optis Consulting, Ivalua’s solution has digitally enabled FCL’s policies and processes for core procurement activities, including sourcing and contract management. The project has been delivered in partnership with Optis Consulting, a leading Source-to-Pay consultancy. About TealBook.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Global challenges, including port congestion, fuel costs, governmental policies and the ongoing pandemic will be among the factors affecting over-the-road hauling across North America as we look forward through this year and beyond.

Trends 182

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

And we’ve yet to experience all of the possible repercussions of the conclusion of China’s zero-COVID policy. Matt has led high-impact teams that implemented logistics strategies and systems at P&G, Nestle, Kraft, Anheuser-Busch Inbev, Tyco, Argos and Nokia across North America, Western Europe and Latin America.

Waste Reduction 197

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Material Handling & Logistics

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

While most companies formalize anti-corruption policies through a code of conduct, few are taking the next step and implementing internal control measures,” said Pierre-Francois Thaler, Co-CEO of EcoVadis. The business community needs to take a closer look at mitigation best practices. Reporting on business ethics issues is still very rare.

Company 76

Company North America Real Estate Policies 76

Enterra Insights

MAY 20, 2022

The Financial Times reporters observe, “[Supply chain woes] are likely to intensify if China digs its heels in and continues to pursue a zero-Covid policy that has left millions of workers across the country confined to their homes. ” If the Chinese lockdown policy continues, the long-term repercussions will be enormous. .

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3PL Insights

JUNE 30, 2020

On July 1, 2020 the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will replace North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The new trade agreement updates policies to account for new technology and changes in the economy. What does this mean for trade and manufacturing in North America? The North American Auto Industry.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Inflation Reduction Act , which fosters consumer incentives to purchase EV vehicles if 50 percent of major battery components are produced in North America. Reports had indicated that that the government of Canada agreed to subsidies of upwards of C$13 billion over a ten year period in order to land this investment.

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BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In North America, according to an IHL research report sponsored by Blue Yonder , retail loss due to out-of-stocks increased by a huge 17.7% Retailers can layer their own eligibility rules, safety-stock policies, selling channel configurations, supply and inventory segmentation strategies, and future supply plans on top of this data.

Retail 109

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

I have spent a great deal of time talking to engineers, maintenance and procurement professionals involved in MRO,” says Will Brummett, Vice President of Sales, North America, for RS Integrated Supply. “I I have learned a lot about the challenges they face.” The solution?

Sourcing Strategies 52

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2022

This week, in conjunction with General Motors reporting of Q2-2022 financial performance, the auto maker disclosed that it had secured strategic supply agreements to support one million electric powered vehicles in North America by 2025. or North America presence. Some Broader Context.

Material Savings 52

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IQMS

MAY 27, 2020

Mar-Bal operates four manufacturing facilities in North America and a sales office in Shanghai, China. The Ohio policy, which was one of the first enacted in the US, recognizes the need for critical manufacturers required to continue operation to supply the state and country during these difficult times.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 3, 2023

This factory has had its own challenges related to China ’s former zero tolerance Covid restriction policies which caused the facility to have to deal with a campus lockdown conditions on a series of occasions during the second half of 2022. assembly plants as well as sales operations in North America and Europe , in addition to China.

Modeling 52

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AIMMS

MARCH 2, 2021

This is a guest entry by Sander van Lokven, General Manager at Districon Solutions North America, an AIMMS implementation partner. At Districon, we work very closely with IT departments to ensure their policies, data availability, quality and security, as well as interfacing preferences are carefully considered. Not really.

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Modeling Optimal Sourcing AIMMS S&OP 207

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 29, 2020

China has recently implemented three key policies that relate to PPE exporting. Policy 5 requires all medical supplies to meet quality standards of the importing countries, this policy also separated out the process for medical-grade and non-medical-use devices. Whether you are importing PPE into the U.S.

Shipping 56

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Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

trade policies (38%). Over the last 12 months, many exporters changed their exporting strategy due to trade agreements and policies (32%) as well as political instability (28%). Now North America is virtually tied with Asia (26%) and Europe (25%) as the top regions for international growth opportunities.

Resource Reduction 80

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2015

companies liable for child labor, slavery, human trafficking and dangerous working conditions among their suppliers, the risks to corporate brands grows by the day, said Chris Johnson, the former general counsel of General Motors North America who heads the ABA business section’s supply-chain initiative. Litigation is increasing.

North America 100

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Freightera

MARCH 1, 2022

The Globe and Mail is Canada’s foremost news media company, leading the national discussion and causing policy change through brave and independent journalism since 1844. Starting in North America, Freightera is automating freight transportation, making shipping easy, accessible, and green. About Freightera.

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BlueYonder

JULY 9, 2013

Of course the good news is that Latin America has much more going for it than its location relative to North America. My recent Real Results article, A Fresh Look at Latin America , highlights some of the opportunities and challenges on the horizon for Latin American businesses.

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America North America Automotive Supply Chain Software 60

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2018

At many companies, there’s a disconnect between the security policies in place and what’s actually being done. In other words, if people would just comply with the policies already in place (and if companies would enforce those existing policies), you would greatly minimize the risk and/or impact of a security breach.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 26, 2015

Although the details are yet to be announced, keep an eye on this event, as the agenda promises an added focus on networking opportunities for freight shipping professionals in North America. This conference will help you stay one step ahead of the technology, and policies, that will shape your business in the future.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 15, 2020

Already we have experienced many workplace safety improvements and developed new processes and policies aimed at protecting employees. According to a Thomas survey of 878 North American manufacturers, 64% reported they were likely to bring production and sourcing back to North America.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Elementum

AUGUST 23, 2016

Companies like Tesla, LG Chem and Panasonic need to grow their customer base , encouraging shifts in economic policies, production, delivery, and competition. The collaboration of the two companies in North America is expected to significantly boost battery production. The target market is new—and, for the moment, small.

North America 60

North America Supply Chain Software Supply and Demand Automotive 60

Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

Thus, prioritizing sustainable procurement has become a critical component of companies' policies; by doing so, organizations promote transparency, fairness, resource efficiency, and ethical practices while enhancing their brand image and competitiveness. Consumers increasingly demand that companies ensure products are not made by children.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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ITradeNetwork

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Throughout much of North America, food grown close to the large metropolitan areas is a summer/fall phenomenon. That stalk of celery you purchased for the stuffing in your holiday turkey has a 95% chance of being from California or Arizona and about 88% of eaters in North America do not live near the major production areas.

Food 40

Food North America Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies 40

Resilinc

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

In addition to Target, Amazon, Costco, Home Depot and Wal-Mart are among the large retailers that have chartered container ships to move goods from Asia to North America. COVID-19 air travel policies set to take effect November 8, 2021. A major cause for Busch’s optimism is the change in U.S.

Inventory Reduction 62

Inventory Reduction Retail Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction 62

CH Robinson Transportfolio

DECEMBER 12, 2014

This month’s Market Update highlights key factors that impact the transportation industry in North America and will keep you up to speed on the latest news and topics that matter to your supply chain and business. Net orders for class 8 trucks in North America topped 40,000 units in November for the second straight month.

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Transportation Industrial Industry North America 45

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 4, 2023

assembly plants as well as sales operations in North America and Europe, according to an internal posting of reporting lines reviewed by Reuters.”. In an exclusive, Reuters has reported that Tom Zhu, Tesla’s head China Chief : “ has been promoted to take direct oversight of the electric carmaker’s U.S.

Modeling 52

Modeling China North America Europe 52

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 11, 2021

The deadly heat wave that gripped the western coast of North America in June had detectable evidence of human responsibility — and that determination came quickly. No field is more resonant than the ability to analyze extreme weather events in real-time to determine what role climate change is playing. ”[4]. .”[8]

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Material Handling & Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

trade policies (38%). Over the last 12 months, many exporters changed their exporting strategy due to trade agreements and policies (32%) as well as political instability (28%). Now North America is virtually tied with Asia (26%) and Europe (25%) as the top regions for international growth opportunities.

Resource Reduction 40

Resource Reduction Material Savings North America Price Mitigation Strategies 40

QAD

MAY 16, 2019

More emphasis on risk management and contingency plans throughout the supply chain including a cybersecurity policy. QAD provides training on behalf of AIAG and Odette in North America, Eastern Europe and Asia/Pacific. Therefore, MMOG/LE was updated as follows: Alignment with IATF 16949 (e.g.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 101

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Supply Chains Rock

JUNE 17, 2011

billion North America; $12.2 billion Latin America. Public Policy & Sustainability Blog. . - Supplier Connection - a collective portal for buying from small and medium businesses reached $150B. - $1.5 billion in First-Tier Spending with Diverse Suppliers - up from $1.4 billion in 2009. Spending by location, $12.3

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

That policy, backed by intensely personal customer service, was so popular that the company’s revenues grew more than sixfold in four years. In fact, America’s true refund pioneer was born a century before Hsieh, on a farm in Oklahoma. Liquidity Services operates eight regional warehouse-size facilities in North America.

Reverse Logistics 75

Reverse Logistics Purchasing Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 75

CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Trade policy—it’s a topic that has moved front and center over the past months with the changing administration in the United States. North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Let’s dig in and discuss some of the top trade related issues. Let’s dig in and discuss some of the top trade related issues.

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North America United States Packaging Mexico 46

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 24, 2023

A short while later, and shippers are beginning to worry about the effect of the Chinese government’s sudden policy shift. However, as Jonathan Gold, Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy at the National Retail Foundation, points out in a statement obtained by Logistics Management , it’s not all bad news for U.S.

Vendor Strategies 52

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 7, 2022

Data published at the end of March indicates that for movement of ocean container shipping transit from Asia to North America , the average time had declined to 108 days, upwards of 15.4 The Flexport Ocean Timeliness Indicator tracks average ocean container shipping transit times.

Global Transportation 52

Global Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Global 52

BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Foreign trade policies are weakening. Border policies erode the effectiveness of homeland security. Those logistics professionals who went through the ‘90s remember the period that warehouse automation was trending at the forefront of capital investment in supply chains. Investments in Transportation solutions is imperative.

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