The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Manufacturers can gather valuable granular data such as the time an item spent in storage, at what temperature, how long it took to sell, the length of time between purchase and fulfillment and how long it spent in transport. For example, companies can track products throughout the entire lifecycle with RFID and GPS sensors.

Supply Chain Planning Software 298

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 10, 2023

July is typically a month in which Chinese suppliers and manufacturers have ramped up production levels to support global-wide back-to-school and other holiday related demand for products that peak in the November and December surge period. reflects broader weakness in the entire chain of global manufacturing.”

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China Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Sourcing Strategies 52

Logility

AUGUST 18, 2022

Headquartered in Brazil, WEG is a world-leading supplier of electro-electronic equipment and solutions. Founded in 1961, the rapidly growing company now manufactures 19 million electrical motors annually. ATLANTA – August 18, 2022 – Logility, Inc., WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 23.6 billion in 2021, 54% from external markets.

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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.

Manufacturing Procurement 112

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 112

ivalua

JUNE 2, 2016

Niul Burton wrote a great article in Industry Week titled “Procurement 2025: 10 Challenges that Will Transform Global Sourcing”. For those of you who are executives in Supply Chain, Procurement or New Product Introduction/Development, this is a must read. Globalization.

Manufacturing Procurement 100

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 100

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

According to PLS Logistics , global companies will install procurement managers in China for entire organizations by 2025. Meanwhile, Brazil, Russia and India will become major suppliers as companies access the remaining untapped resources of the world. Globalization Will Become More Important in Everyday Decisions.

Resource Reduction 205

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EcoVadis

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

What does this momentum tell us about the state of sustainability this year – and what does the current landscape specifically mean for procurement teams? This means we expect to see organizations move supply and manufacturing efforts to regions not as volatile, including to home turf (e.g. American brands re-localizing to the U.S.).

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 40

AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. Source: Gartner, Market Guide for Supply Chain Analytics Technology, May 28, 2019. We started seeing a broader range of industries using optimization in the last ten years, like manufacturing, beverages, education, and more.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 262

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 29, 2018

It is a privately-held textile company that successfully navigated the global sourcing/labor arbitrage mania of the last decade and managed to maintain a significant presence in the United States. With a global presence of operations in the US, France, China, India, and Brazil, the company coordinates global supply for regional markets.

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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.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software 60

Elementum

MAY 26, 2022

Specialization and quality began to drive important sourcing decisions rather than the sole lever of saving partners a few dollars on materials and manufacturing alone. From 2002 to 2013, the cost of manufacturing in China increased almost 500%, making China significantly more expensive than places like India.

Supply Chain Disruption 78

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Arena Solutions

JUNE 8, 2021

It requires effective communication among product teams so design, prototype, engineering, and manufacturing stages stay on track. The supply chain strategy—are you consigned, turnkey, hybrid, or ”appliance” manufacturing? Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) —for purchasing, inventory, order administration, and finance.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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BlueYonder

MARCH 7, 2023

This includes planning, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and delivery of products or services from the point of origin to destinations. It involves growing the beans in one country (like Brazil or Vietnam) and then the beans are blended and roasted in another country. Me : I work in supply chain. Granny : What, chain? ??:

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 14, 2020

” My sources state that this is not the case, as these plants are temporarily closed down. As far as paper products are concerned, Professor Ronalds Gonzalez pointed out the following: More than 99% of tissue products are manufactured in the US. ALL tissue manufacturing facilities in the U.S.

Inventory Reduction 87

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In India, the national Production Linked Incentive (PLI) is set to encourage domestic EV manufacturing—and this is just a glimpse of the latest policies worldwide. To meet this demand and ensure a sustainable supply chain, Australia, Chile , China, and Brazil are proactively ramping up their lithium production.

Alloy 58

Alloy Material Savings Price Reduction Purchasing Skills 58

EHS Sustainability Knowledge at Work

DECEMBER 13, 2018

And over 80% of soybean was produced in three countries: the United States (35%), Brazil (29%) and Argentina (18%). Meanwhile, almost 40% of the world´s sugarcane was produced by Brazil alone. Important for economic growth Yes, productivity rates have improved, with farmers in Brazil managing to triple yields since 1970 – from 1.1

Brazil 58

Brazil Argentina Paraguay Manufacturing Procurement 58

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 8, 2024

Brazil is noted as having a 3.3 The above stated, report authors paint a caution in the light of shifting government trade policies and geopolitical tensions curbing these trends, favoring more domestic sourcing over time. percent annual change in trade dependence on China , contrasted with a 1.1 Be prepared!

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

In his 20-year career with Unilever, Engel has worked in Singapore, the Netherlands, UK, Brazil, Switzerland and Kenya. He has extensive experience in supply-chain operations, covering procurement, logistics, finance and strategy development.

Kenya 60

Kenya Manufacturing Procurement Switzerland Netherlands 60

AIMMS

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Source: Gartner, Forecast Snapshot: Prescriptive Analytics Software, Worldwide, 2019. Brazil-based Volnei dos Santos, Technical Director at UniSoma , states : “until the beginning of the last decade, most of our projects focused on steel, pulp and paper, and animal production businesses. We turned 30 this year.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 11, 2013

Partly thanks to emerging economies such as Russia, Brazil and South Africa, companies will increasingly be trading with partners outside of the European Union, which means that local customs and tax legislation and regulations will have an ever greater influence on business operations. 14 | Cross-border supply chains.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2021

” On the other, Ryan reports that consumer packaged goods manufacturers and grocery stores are trying to hold prices down because they risk losing market share as consumers go bargain hunting. Such apps often have sections with discounts on grocery purchases.”[7]. ” What Consumers Can Do. ”[7]. Use Coupons.

Purchasing Skills 130

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 30, 2016

As shippers of all sizes expand their global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution operations, they have to navigate the complexities involved with global transportation management. What are the main challenges global shippers face today? “It

Global Transportation 100

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RFgen

AUGUST 1, 2016

Detroit, America’s automotive manufacturing headquarters, is working to revolutionize the industry once again. The rate of innovation in vehicle design, advanced manufacturing, and engineered materials has been truly remarkable and necessitated the creation of an unprecedented collaboration between industry and academia.”

Education 52

Education Supply Chain Design Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain 52

RFgen

AUGUST 1, 2016

Detroit, America’s automotive manufacturing headquarters, is working to revolutionize the industry once again. The rate of innovation in vehicle design, advanced manufacturing, and engineered materials has been truly remarkable and necessitated the creation of an unprecedented collaboration between industry and academia.”

Education 52

Education Supply Chain Design Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain View from the Field

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I’ve had the good fortune to be presented with opportunities for compelling discussions with a significant group of leading thinkers, senior executives in procurement, logistics, and technology management over this past year. Here is what I expect to see next year: Global supply chain footprints will continue to expand.

Predictive Analytics 117

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 29, 2018

It is a privately-held textile company that successfully navigated the global sourcing/labor arbitrage mania of the last decade and managed to maintain a significant presence in the United States. With a global presence of operations in the US, France, China, India and Brazil, the company coordinates global supply for regional markets.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 75

Supply Chain Network

JUNE 30, 2011

In fact, all of the BRIC countries are now in the top 10 economies, with Brazil at 9, Russia at 6, India at 4 and China 2nd. As a result, more companies are investing heavily in countries like China and Brazil. Rising incomes in developing countries also make them extremely desirable markets – and not just as manufacturing hubs.

Supply Chain Software 103

Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Cost Reduction Strategies 103

Elementum

AUGUST 24, 2015

We examine the manufacturing and supply chain implications of the Dow's fall. Analysts are worried about emerging markets suffering from a drop in raw material demand, which could slow manufacturing worldwide. That’s bad for Brazil, which relies heavily on China’s copper imports. What Happened to the Global Economy Last Week?

Material Savings 60

Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement Supply and Demand Purchasing Skills 60

6 River Systems

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Manufacturers can gather valuable granular data such as the time an item spent in storage, at what temperature, how long it took to sell, the length of time between purchase and fulfillment and how long it spent in transport. For example, companies can track products throughout the entire lifecycle with RFID and GPS sensors.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Prescriptive Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 59

Stord

MAY 2, 2022

In fact, Brazil, Spain, and Japan saw the largest increases in online sales during the COVID pandemic. Manufacturing and shipping–already handicapped by worker shortages–weren’t able to keep up with new demand. Consumers have become accustomed to purchasing products online. Meanwhile, demand for online goods hasn’t diminished.

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Elementum

DECEMBER 2, 2015

China’s Tianjin port suffered a devastating explosion in August which left many manufacturers, insurers and shipping supply chains crippled. New productions are also in line in Slovakia, Austria and Brazil. We take a look at the lasting consequences. Image credit: Business Today. Cut Downs and Losses. billion to US $3.3

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies Chemicals Price Reduction 60

Kinaxis

APRIL 28, 2017

But in 2010, an upturn in demand in emerging regions like Brazil, India and China meant capacity required varied significantly by region. Components sourced in one region are being consumed by demands in other regions. Configurability: No two global manufacturers have the same requirements and processes.

Capacity 200

Capacity Supply Chain Planning Software Global Modeling Software 200

Vinculum

AUGUST 23, 2022

per cent, comparable to Turkey’s and Brazil’s. Whether you run a manufacturing, supply chain, or retail business, your warehouse is significant to you. You must exercise extreme caution when choosing and purchasing a WMS. You, as a vendor, cannot afford to overlook that. Have you ever given it any thought?

United Arab Emirates 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2021

For low-priced products, focus on low-cost food producers like Brazil, China and India. Vendor Sourcing. Pitch to foreign manufacturers and suppliers by outlining the various opportunities in your targeted local market. Overseas manufacturers require partners who can handle import logistics with little cost to them.

Food 61

Food Price Reduction How To Cost Reduction Strategies 61

NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

Purchase orders is one of the biggest elements of “friction” today. Purchasing is simply too transactional. It can’t seem to conduct a commercial transaction without a purchase order. The procurement engine is running with a PO shot gun, and is ordering way too many orders, and generating too many shipments of small quantities.

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RFgen

MAY 7, 2015

Manufacturing organizations thrive in an environment where technology, infrastructure and culture come together to limit the potential damage done by supply chain disruptions. Therefore, it’s not surprising that manufacturers have recurring concerns about the integrity of their supply chains. Complexity. Regulatory Challenges.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 52

RFgen

MAY 7, 2015

Manufacturing organizations thrive in an environment where technology, infrastructure and culture come together to limit the potential damage done by supply chain disruptions. Therefore, it’s not surprising that manufacturers have recurring concerns about the integrity of their supply chains. Complexity. Regulatory Challenges.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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