Unleashed

AUGUST 30, 2021

Here we examine manufacturing downtime in detail, including what it is, what causes it, and what it can cost your business. Because even small manufacturing firms with limited capital can reduce the risk of suffering unexpected outages through measures like preventive maintenance, staff training and the use of smart manufacturing software.

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ToolsGroup

JULY 30, 2024

Leading beauty retailer choose ToolsGroup to optimize inventory and automate omnichannel supply chain planning across multiple countries. Through this transformation project with THellas, SLF has achieved a highly automated, demand-driven planning process, increased visibility, and optimized inventory levels throughout its network.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Today, is day two of our annual year-end series highlighting the top blog posts in each of our 5 main categories: Manufacturing , Supply Chain , Logistics , Transportation Management , Freight. We will feature over the next 4 business days each category's most viewed posts over the course of 2017. Share This: Read More. [e-Book]

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

IoT supports operational efficiencies in areas such as asset tracking, inventory management and forecasting, improving productivity and aiding decision-making across the supply chain. Should supply chain delays occur, companies can more easily identify the source of bottlenecks and take action to improve processes.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 29, 2016

In a nutshell, the research states there is a correlation between cost, inventory, and forecast performance. My problem is I see many organizations working hard on the forecast, but not improving inventory and replenishment processes; and, I think that the Hierarchy of Metrics did not go far enough. Just the opposite. Reflections.

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IQMS

JULY 11, 2019

Improving semiconductor manufacturing yields up to 30%, reducing scrap rates, and optimizing fab operations is achievable with machine learning. Manufacturers care most about finding new ways to grow, excel at product quality while still being able to take on short lead-time production runs from customers.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

We started Heura in 2017 to empower people to participate in a more nutritious and sustainable food system. Over the past few years, it has become evident that people are ready for this new era of responsible food sourcing and production,” said Daniel Salrach Ruiz, Supply Chain Director.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

How often do you hear the term, “productivity in manufacturing?” Today we will talk about how supply chain mobility will aid in this pursuit, but first let's take a look at what it means to manufacturers. Each of these definitions applies to a manufacturer’s ability to produce a surplus of a product.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 18, 2016

Manufacturers are set to invest up to $70 billion in the Industrial Internet of Things ( IIoT ) by 2020, reports John Greenough of Business Insider. Previous Applications of the Industrial Internet of Things in Manufacturing. Previous applications of the IIoT in manufacturing have led to a savings of 12 percent across the industry.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Only four percent of companies compared to their peer groups improved balance sheet performance of growth, operating margin, and inventory turns. When compared to pre-recession years, we ended the decade with twenty more days of inventory. Days of Inventory Comparison. The first story is about a large regional food manufacturer.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 2, 2017

Manufacturers have always struggled to obtain the most accurate inventory levels possible. Meanwhile, failure to notify consumers about out-of-stock items during purchase could result in the permanent loss of a customer. Cloud-Based Inventory Management Systems Give Customers Access to Your Company’s Whole Stock.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 16, 2024

Companies may purchase vehicles sized for peak periods, resulting in excess capacity during slow times [1]. 3D printing: Exploring the potential of 3D printing for on-demand manufacturing closer to customers can reduce transportation distances and waste for customized products [3]. Chen et al., Routledge. [3] 3] Gibson, I.,

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 23, 2020

I find in my Supply Chains to Admire research that 96% of companies (when compared to their peer groups) are unable to drive improvement while delivering higher performance year-over-year on a balanced scorecard of growth, inventory turns, operating margin and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). The term “AI” is overused.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. Unlike the all-time highs of 2014, 2017 will reveal an industry on the cusp of restoring order and LTL rates to acceptable, reasonable levels.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The fact that most manufacturers struggled to achieve supply chain agility during COVID is not news. Molex has more than 80 manufacturing facilities around the world supported by an 18,000 strong supplier eco-system that provide raw materials, electronic components, and services. The Molex Supply Chain. Keys to Success.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. The department educates students to succeed in careers such as procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and customer service. Inventory management.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

At Cerasis, a core value of ours is continuous improvement for not only our company, our clients, and employees, but through our blog and content to those who are related to what we do (transportation management) in the fields of manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, distribution, and transportation. Industry 4.0: Industry 4.0:

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 1, 2019

Every supply chain professional understands inventory is a necessary evil. Carry too little inventory and you can miss out on sales and anger customers. Carry too much inventory and you increase handling costs and cut into profits. The inventory optimization challenge. The inventory optimization challenge.

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

Best practice inventory management – and the wider world of supply chain management – has played a big part in business survival through 2021. With that in mind, here’s our pick of the 10 most important inventory management trends for 2022. 10 inventory management for 2022: 1. Inventory analytics goes mainstream.

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RFgen

MAY 24, 2018

Aerospace manufacturers fave a variety of challenges moving forward. Aerospace manufacturers have long had to grapple with a combination of complex workflows, tight profit margins, and strict regulations. Pressure Escalating in Aerospace Manufacturing. The result is lower costs to manufacture and more rapid production.

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RFgen

MAY 24, 2018

Aerospace manufacturers fave a variety of challenges moving forward. Aerospace manufacturers have long had to grapple with a combination of complex workflows, tight profit margins, and strict regulations. Pressure Escalating in Aerospace Manufacturing. The result is lower costs to manufacture and more rapid production.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 30, 2020

Glaxo SmithKline introduced Shingrix in 2017, but shortages prevailed. The global economy rebound from COVID-19 hinges on the discovery and manufacture of an effective vaccine. However, supply chain leaders well understand that drug discovery, manufacturing, and distribution are all necessary to deliver the vaccine to a willing arm.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2021

He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. The department educates students to succeed in careers such as procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and customer service.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 18, 2019

Source: Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals 2017 Survey. Let’s look at them from the perspective of the supply-chain Plan, Make, Source, and Deliver model. Manufacturing and Production. “My My father built a small manufacturing business. Before we begin though, it’s worth mentioning one small caveat.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2021

These retailers are making sure that consumers know what inventory is available so they can shop to match their needs rather than buying something that is simply available. The key is to make sure all the costs are transparent up front during the purchasing process. Are charges known at time of purchase? Industry Trends.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

More and more warehouses are purchasing RFID devices that allow managers to track down products and their specifications in their facility quicker. RFID tagging helps managers keep a more accurate stock of their inventory. The post 3 Inventory Management Trends That Will Take Shape in 2017 appeared first on RFgen.

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RFgen

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

More and more warehouses are purchasing RFID devices that allow managers to track down products and their specifications in their facility quicker. RFID tagging helps managers keep a more accurate stock of their inventory. The post 3 Inventory Management Trends That Will Take Shape in 2017 appeared first on RFgen.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 8, 2023

In 2017, a chicken farm affiliated with Tyson Foods discovered a flock had been contaminated. But chicken and eggs are not the only protein source that has been facing supply chain shortages. Avian flu continues to be a thorn in the side of the poultry industry. The flock consisted of about 73,500 birds, which were used for breeding.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 5, 2018

The award, based on beating the industry peer group on rate of improvement on the key metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns, and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) while outperforming their peer group, is tough to achieve. Based in Paris, L’Oréal is a global personal care manufacturing company.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 6, 2022

In 2017, Manesh G Pillai, a senior director at SapientRazorfish, openly asked, “Is cognitive computing the future of retail?”[2] turn to the technology for a wider range of operations, from inventory management to more personalized online search and shopping.”[3] Inventory turnover. and Wayfair Inc.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 9, 2020

Before boarding the plane, I watched a traveler pull a diet Coke from the bin and thought about the struggle to source sweetener with the rise of COV-19. As I poured the dog food into the bowl for my pups, I wondered if I was going to have to switch kibble due to the looming issues of sourcing taurine—a health additive in many pet foods.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 3, 2022

As we all know, supply chain snarls disrupted last year’s holiday shopping season — with some inventory arriving well after the holidays ended. As a result, some retailers faced a glut of inventory. Instead of starting their holiday shipping in September or in August, many of them stocked up their inventories in June and July.”

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

By employing these technologies, Walmart gains valuable insights into customer buying behavior, sales trends, and inventory levels. The ability to analyze this data enables the retail giant to make informed decisions on product procurement, inventory management, and demand forecasting.

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 11, 2017

Luxottica recently strengthened its position in the industry by vertically integrating with the world’s largest lenses manufacturer, Essilor, in January 2017 [2]. Luxottica has manufacturing facilities in five countries: Italy, China, India, United States and Brazil. Manufacturing is outsourced to offshore factories in China.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 21, 2021

AGCO is an agricultural equipment manufacturer. When a supply chain disruption occurs, it is not uncommon for complex equipment and automotive manufacturers to have different plants in their company fight each other for the same components. The 2017 hurricane season,” Mr. Herzog said, “was a big event on our journey.

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Unleashed

MARCH 14, 2021

The food supply chain refers to the process of preparing a food product from start to finish: sourcing the raw materials and taking the food through a manufacturing process, through to the final packaging of the product, the sale to the customer and the final delivery. What is the food supply chain? How does the food supply chain work?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 21, 2020

This has proved to be a major source of risk. Poor business continuity planning, lack of risk management programs and single source suppliers, have magnified the impact of such risks. A significant paradigm shift in procurement and inventory control is an emerging area of focus.

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