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Weaponization of the Periodic Table Crimps U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains

Exiger Perspectives

In our work with a large DIB manufacturer, Exiger identified additional impacted parts by analyzing technical data packages and master production schedules. Antimony (Sb): A metalloid used primarily in flame retardants and lead-acid batteries; predominantly sourced through stibnite (Sb2S3) ore.

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Doing Business in Belgium

QAD

The Kingdom of Belgium achieved its independence from the Netherlands in 1830, and has become an admired modern country, well-known as the home of international organizations such as NATO and the EU. Since most Western European capitals are within 1,000 km of Brussels, Belgium’s capital, it is an ideal location for international groups.

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5 Ways Businesses Are Uncovering Success With AI In Manufacturing

ToolsGroup

Automation is at the center of modern manufacturing businesses, with companies exploring the possibilities of artificial intelligence in improving workflows and profitability. Industrial engineers incorporate these technologies in designing and fabricating advanced manufacturing systems. How AI Is Changing the Manufacturing Industry.

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The things we’ve seen, in 2019

DELMIA Quintiq

Fifteen new startups from Belgium, China, France, India, South Africa and the U.S. Through the acquisition of IQMS , we extended the 3D EXPERIENCE platform to small and midsized manufacturing companies seeking to digitally transform their business operations. We published two issues of our thought-leadership magazine, Compass.

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Introducing QAD Adaptive ERP 2022.1

QAD

With this release, QAD strengthens our cloud ERP offering to deliver new adaptive manufacturing and supply chain capabilities, increase user productivity and boost the ability to make informed and intelligent decisions. Digital Manufacturing. QAD Adaptive ERP 2022.1 Highlights. Enhancements include: Effective Enterprise Management.

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Air Cargo Market's VAS - Last-Mile Delivery

Cathy Roberson

DeliverDirect serves various industries, including retail, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and related sectors, and it utilizes a network of alternative carriers for the last-mile delivery. .” The service is available nationwide for small parcel shippers with goods weighing up to 25 pounds.

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Barry Callebaut integrates S&OP into the daily process

Supply Chain Movement

“Involvement of the C-level is an important step in successfully integrating sales & operations planning into day-to-day business processes,” says Tom Declercq, supply chain director of Western Europe at Barry Callebaut, during his presentation at the Supply Chain Innovations event in Lint, Belgium, on 27 March. With a sales volume of 1.5

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