Innovative Supply Chain Center Solution Launched in Illinois
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 22, 2023
The center will cater to the state’s SMMs and OEMs, providing them with the tools and services needed to strengthen their supply chains.
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SnapFulfil Honored Three Times in Women in Supply Chain Awards 2024
SnapFulfil
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Women in Supply Chain Award honors female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments, mentorship and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network.
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Building a Company and a Network with Nicole Glenn
The Logistics of Logistics
JANUARY 27, 2023
Today Candor is recognized as a leading certified women-owned business headquartered in Texas – with offices in Illinois and Kansas. About Candor Expedite Candor Expedite is a woman-owned and operated hotshot ground and white-glove service provider with offices in Illinois and Texas.
Optimizing Cold Chain while Reducing Environmental Impact with Nicole Glenn
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 8, 2024
Today, Candor is recognized as a leading certified women-owned business headquartered in Texas – with offices in Illinois and Kansas. Nicole navigated through a series of pivotal operational roles within major transportation brokerage companies, immersing herself in the intricate nuances of freight logistics—the essence of moving cargo.
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The Freight Broker’s Secret Weapon with Nick Schrock
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 8, 2024
Nick has a bachelor’s in business from McKendree University in Illinois. At 13 years old, he was a professionally sponsored roller blader. And by 16, he started a skateboard company. He is a 2nd degree Jiu Jitsu blackbelt and fights professionally still – his Jiu Jitsu street name is “Moose”.
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Why It Matters
Supply Chain Shaman
OCTOBER 1, 2013
Over the last five years, I have helped two companies, Sonoco Products and Owens Illinois (OI) with their selection of technologies to improve Sales and Operations (S&OP) planning. Owens Illinois provides glass products and Sonoco Products provides flexible packaging. Owens Illinois (OI), a $6.3 Sonoco Products is a $4.5
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Winter Storm Alert: Ice Storms in the Making Across the US
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
A severe ice storm is causing significant disruption from Texas to Virginia, with Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, and parts of Missouri and Illinois expected to face this storm system's most substantial impact. CNN reports that an estimated 6.5
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Medline is the Largest User of the AutoStore Robotics Solution in the World
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 11, 2024
Medline, with revenues of over $21 billion annually, is headquartered in Northfield Illinois. The newest implementation, which will be christened at the end of March, is in Medline’s facility in Wilmer, Texas. Medline is a medical supply manufacturer, distributor, and solutions provider.
The Newtrul Story with Ed Stockman
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 4, 2022
Ed earned a bachelor’s degree in Social Statistics & Law Enforcement from Western Illinois University. He thrives in nuanced, fast-paced environments and is known for bringing clarity and conciseness to complicated scenarios. Outside of his work, you’ll find Ed spending time with his wife and two children in Dallas, TX. About Newtrul.
Paris 2021 – EN – Eric Bouret
ivalua
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Eric Bouret holds a Master’s degree from Grenoble Ecole de Management and a Master of Business Administration from Southern Illinois University. Eric Bouret CPO. He began his purchasing career in Bouygues in 1998 at GFC Construction (Lyon).
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100 What if the United States broke in half? Is Your Company Ready in the Event of a Catastrophe?
The Network Effect
JULY 23, 2018
The New Madrid Fault Zone stretches across Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and Tennessee. The post What if the United States broke in half? Is Your Company Ready in the Event of a Catastrophe? appeared first on The Network Effect.
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Winning in a Down Freight Market with Nick Dangles
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 24, 2023
Nick received his degree in Philosophy from The University of Illinois and received his law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Nick ’s operational focus and capacity to find a path forward, no matter the challenge, make his skills indispensable when working on a project, problem, or idea.
Global Supply Chain News on Korean 3PL CJ Logistics Planning Major Distribution Expansion in the US
Supply Chain Digest
JULY 25, 2023
Major Hubs Planned for Illinois, Indiana, and New Jersey
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5 Reasons Ecommerce Companies Fail with Paige Fitzgerald
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 7, 2021
Prior to working at Fulfyld, Paige held various roles in events, marketing, and sales in Chicago, Illinois. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, earning dual degrees in Marketing and Management with a certificate in International Business.
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Winning the Logistics Talent War with Charlie Saffro
The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Charlie graduated from the University of Illinois and has since worked with many small to medium sized businesses, as well as with Fortune 50 companies to help them identify the right talent for their organizational needs. Charlie has over 14 years of direct recruiting experience within the logistics, transportation, and supply chain space.
Key Takeaways from the 3PL Value Creation Summit 2016 hosted by Armstrong & Associates, Inc.
PINC
NOVEMBER 2, 2016
On October 18-20, Armstrong & Associates and Infocast held the fourth annual 3PL Value Creation Summit in Chicago, Illinois. The summit featured dynamic panel discussions from 3PL, investment, and technology industry leaders. Below are some of the key takeaways captured from the discussions.
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In Divisive Times, We’re Still United by the Food Supply Chain
Enterra Insights
DECEMBER 3, 2019
“But according to a recent study out of the University of Illinois, even if you have never traveled around the United States, the food you eat (or at least elements of it) certainly has.”[1] ”[1] He reports, “A team from the University of Illinois looked at the 9.5
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The Year Ahead with Doug Waggoner
The Logistics of Logistics
JANUARY 6, 2023
Prior to joining Echo, Waggoner founded SelecTrans, LLC, a freight management software provider based in Chicago, Illinois. Waggoner served as Chairman of the Board from 2015 until 2021.
Report: Warehouse Truck Pollution is Blanketing Low-Income Illinois Communities
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 25, 2024
In neighborhoods where NO 2 fumes were especially prevalent, the pollutant was responsible for more than 14% of new asthma diagnoses.
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Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 20, 2020
Nehemiah Scott, professor and director of supply-chain management at the University of Illinois' Gies College of Business, describes how the topic is being taught in online courses during physical school closures and the coronavirus pandemic.
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Parade will speak at the 3PL Value Creation NA Summit 2019
Parade
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The conference will take place from October 15-17th in Chicago, Illinois. On October 15-17th, Armstrong & Associates is hosting the seventh annual 3PL Value Creation North America Summit in Chicago, Illinois. The panel will focus on the role of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. "On
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Parade will speak at the 3PL Value Creation NA Summit 2019
Parade
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The conference will take place from October 15-17th in Chicago, Illinois. On October 15-17th, Armstrong & Associates is hosting the seventh annual 3PL Value Creation North America Summit in Chicago, Illinois. The panel will focus on the role of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. "On
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Rivian Cranked Up Production in Second Quarter at Illinois Factory – The Wall Street Journal.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
JULY 7, 2022
Rivian Cranked Up Production in Second Quarter at Illinois Factory. I thought you would be interested in the following story from The Wall Street Journal. Download the Wall Street Journal app here: WSJ. – Bob.
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Logility
JANUARY 15, 2014
To understand the value of S&OP, let’s contrast Keith’s performance to one of his competitors Owens Illinois. Comparison of Owens Illinois Versus Sonoco Products for the Period of 2000-2012. Owens Illinois, Inc. (OI) The two companies’ results on operating margin and inventory turns are shown in figure 1.
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Marijuana Supply Chain: Profits and Headaches
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 28, 2023
These states include Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. But climate change and droughts can certainly hinder production.
Lora Cecere Asks: Why Do People Question the Value of S&OP?
Logility
JANUARY 15, 2014
To understand the value of S&OP, let’s contrast Keith’s performance to one of his competitors Owens Illinois. Comparison of Owens Illinois Versus Sonoco Products for the Period of 2000-2012. Owens Illinois, Inc. (OI) The two companies’ results on operating margin and inventory turns are shown in figure 1.
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Making FreightTech Sticky with Nick Dangles
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Nick received his degree in Philosophy from The University of Illinois and received his law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Nick’s operational focus and capacity to find a path forward, no matter the challenge, make his skills indispensable when working on a project, problem, or idea. About Kinetic.
EV Start-Up Rivian Garners Much Needed Financial Lifeline
Supply Chain Matters
JUNE 27, 2024
The Volkswagen infusion is expected to carry Rivian through the ramp-up of its new, less expensive R2 vehicles in Normal, Illinois as well as the midsize EV platform at its production facility in Georgia, where Rivian was compelled to recently pause its investment because of cash flow priorities.
The Future of 3rd Party Fulfillment with Andy Lloyd
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 4, 2021
For instance, a fulfillment company in Los Angeles may partner with fulfillment companies in Texas and Illinois in order to win a national account. To win accounts with ecommerce companies that require one or two day shipping to the entire country, 3rd party fulfillment companies may partner with fulfillment companies in other regions.
[INFOGRAPHIC] Alexander Hamilton: A US Manufacturing Visionary
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 6, 2016
The MEP national network, a public/private partnership in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is represented in Illinois by the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC). The Chicago Community Trust (Chicagoland Workforce Funders Alliance), a group of foundations, are working together to address workforce challenges in Illinois.
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Announced Departure of Tesla and Rivian Executives
Supply Chain Matters
AUGUST 27, 2024
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has indicated that Carlo Materazzo, Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics will be the interim head of manufacturing at the Normal, Illinois factory facility. The development comes after Rivian had recruited former Volvo cars operations senior executive Javier Varela to be Chief Operations Officer for Rivian.
Rivian’s Q2 Production and Delivery Performance Impresses Wall Street
Supply Chain Matters
JULY 11, 2023
Improved Operational Performance Earlier this month, EV automotive and parcel van start-up producer Rivian Automotive announced that in the latest quarter, the EV maker produced 13,992 vehicles at its manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois and delivered 12,640 vehicles during the same period. and Europe.
Winter Alert: Winter Weather Conditions Developing Across Much of the US
GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Numerous carriers across Texas, Alabama, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee and parts of northern Mexico, including the states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Leon and Tamaulipas are reporting delays, limited operations and/or closures due to blackouts, snow, and ice.
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Transformation of Automotive Industry Supply Networks- Size, Resources and Supply Network Scale Matters
Supply Chain Matters
APRIL 26, 2022
The company whose headquarters are in Silicon Valley, California , currently utilizes a former Mitsubishi Motors automotive assembly production facility in Normal, Illinois , which began production operations in September of this year. Plans call for breaking ground this summer, with production targeted to start in 2024. .
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Marijuana Supply Chain: Profits and Headaches
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 6, 2023
These states include Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. But climate change and droughts can certainly hinder production.
Ooh, Scary Stuff, Kids. Tales from the Supply Chain Crypt.
Kinaxis
OCTOBER 31, 2016
The reason: Illinois produces about 90% of sugar pumpkins each year. But when Mother Nature (in the form of heavy rains) hit Illinois hard, half of the crop was wiped out. Predictions warned that only those who got to the store weeks before Thanksgiving would find canned pumpkin. A pie-making crisis was inevitable.
Rivian’s Missed 2022 Production Performance and Executive Turnover
Supply Chain Matters
JANUARY 18, 2023
The company whose headquarters are in Irvine, California, utilizes a former Mitsubishi Motors automotive assembly production facility in Normal, Illinois , geared to produce upwards of 150,000 vehicles annually. In December 2021, the company announced plans to invest in a second U.S.
Parade will speak at the 3PL Value Creation NA Summit 2019
Parade
OCTOBER 14, 2019
On October 15-17th, Armstrong & Associates is hosting the seventh annual 3PL Value Creation North America Summit in Chicago, Illinois. The panel will focus on the role of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. "On
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ERP’s Response to Advances in Additive Manufacturing
QAD
JANUARY 27, 2022
Army opened The Center of Excellence for Advanced and Additive Manufacturing at the Rock Island Arsenal – Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (RIA-JMTC) in Illinois. Examples of some intriguing additive manufacturing installations include: In 2019, the U.S.
Rivian Automotive Learns Another Important Supply Chain Focused Lesson
Supply Chain Matters
MARCH 29, 2023
Last week our news feed included an exclusive published report from The Wall Street Journal , Rivian Moves More Engineers Near Illinois EV Factory to Speed Up Output (Paid subscription required). The Supply Chain Matters blog provides perspectives on an emerging supply chain management focused lesson occurring at Rivian Automotive.
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50 Online Resources for Aspiring Supply Chain Scholars
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 5, 2016
Develop your leadership skill with help from University of Illinois Test this course by University of Illinois and get college credits towards iMBA program (traditional admission requirements applied). Resource: Leadership Course from University of Illinois 49. Want to go to top SCM program?
Food Supply Chain Workers Play Heroic Role During Covid-19 Outbreak
Enterra Insights
MARCH 24, 2020
“But according to a study out of the University of Illinois, even if you have never traveled around the United States, the food you eat (or at least elements of it) certainly has.”[4] ”[4] He reports, “A team from the University of Illinois looked at the 9.5
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Brew Dr.’s KeHE sales surge with Crisp insights
crisp
JUNE 20, 2024
Meijer: Entering this new Midwest market proved incredibly successful, seeing a 696% surge in sales growth , with Illinois’s ROM DC up 106%. Key wins include: HEB: A 41% sales growth , with the Dallas Fort Worth distribution center up 56%.
Supply chain experts span Barcoding Inc.'s Executive Forum Encore event speaker line-up
Manufacturing & Logistics IT
NOVEMBER 8, 2017
16 at Hamburger University at McDonald's Campus in Oak Brook, Illinois. Barcoding, Inc. has announced the speaker line-up for its Executive Forum Encore event. Scheduled for Thursday, Nov.
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