Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The funding will focus on manufacturers of the inputs used in COVID-19 vaccine production as well as facilities that fill and package vaccine vials. American Eagle acquired AirTerra, a Seattle-based shipping and logistics startup. Companies like American Eagle and Walmar t have turned to buying shipping companies themselves.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Amazon said the development center in Helsinki will work alongside Amazon staff at the Amazon Scout R&D lab in Seattle, as well as teams in Tubingen, Germany, and Cambridge. The engineers will begin by developing 3D software to emulate the “complexities of real life.” Rob Spilman Jr.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2022

Starting this week, customers across the US will begin to see custom electric delivery vehicles from Rivian delivering their Amazon packages , with the electric vehicles hitting the road in Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, Nashville, Phoenix, San Diego, Seattle, and St. Louis, among other cities.

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

Amazon will rent the planes from Seattle-based lessor Altavair, which is sending the used passenger aircraft to Airbus’ maintenance and overhaul partner to be remodeled for carrying cargo containers.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

How to Successfully Implement Robotics in Your Distribution Center Formerly Kiva robots, Amazon robots are no longer for sale to third parties, but that does not mean a company cannot take advantage of other robotics manufacturers. Bring disparate systems together. Re-assure your workforce.

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USC Consulting Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

What are the major food and beverage manufacturing trends on tap for 2020? Here’s more on this and what other aspects of these food manufacturing trends that will be “in” as Americans shop for snacks, brunch, breakfast, and lunch: 1. Some manufacturers already sell foods that are naturally gluten free.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

So I encourage shippers not only to focus on the specific locations where they [manufacture, source, or ship products from], but also understand the broader geographical structure of their carrier networks and hubs [because they can impact your logistics operations].

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 15, 2016

So let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon poised to take on UPS, FedEx in delivery business (Seattle Times). The solution also facilitates inbound shipping processes from vendors/manufacturers to retail stores and warehouses. And if you’re reading this, neither did you.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2015

In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon in talks to lease 20 jets to launch air-cargo business (The Seattle Times). Seattle passes law letting Uber, Lyft drivers unionize (Reuters). This week, as reported in The Seattle Times, Amazon is negotiating to lease 20 Boeing 767 jets for its own air-delivery service.

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Supply Chains Rock

JUNE 23, 2008

While it contains a love story as well, " Outsourced ", is about a Seattle-based US company that sends its customer fulfillment center to India leaving the manager of the center to go to India to train his replacements. Manufacturing Central. Monday, June 23, 2008. Outsourced - The Movie. ILOG Supply Chain Applications BLOG.

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QAD

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Manufacturers know all the issues: U.S. The Ports of Seattle and Tacoma are likewise expanding gate hours. Recommendations for Manufacturers. In addition to aligning imports with the new hour structure, she also suggests that manufacturers: Optimize inbound planning and decision-making with good data.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Moving on to 3PL news, Transplace announced this week that it has acquired Logistics Management Solutions (LMS) , “a non-asset-based third party logistics provider with particular strength in the chemical and industrial manufacturing sectors.” ” The cat-and-mouse game continues. And with that, have a happy weekend.

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

About half of these jobs are in the US, and half of them based out of their Seattle headquarters. These positions are focused on operational roles for rapid manufacturing, inventive packaging, and fulfillment. With Amazon’s global footprint, it wasn’t surprising to find out that they have logistics positions open in 23 countries.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 11, 2016

JDA Announces New Seamless Integration and Rapid Decision-Making Capabilities for Manufacturers Running SAP HANA. Back in mid-December, The Seattle Times reported that Amazon was negotiating to lease 20 Boeing 767 jets for its own air-delivery service (see my comments at the time). Cass Freight Index Report February 2016.

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RFgen

MARCH 26, 2020

Meanwhile, many manufacturers have no choice but to shut down for the foreseeable future. Interested in how COVID-19 impacts manufacturing? Mobile barcoding technology supports 80% faster training of new employees to help manufacturers accelerate production of critical supplies. Repurposing the Manufacturing Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

A published business broadcasting network CNBC report indicated that the commercial aircraft manufacturer had plans to operate three production lines at the Renton, Washington production facility in addition to the planned fourth line. They bring forward the risks of a “ survivor ” corporate culture, which has its own watch outs.

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OptiProERP

JANUARY 8, 2020

Leaders at small and midsize manufacturing businesses may be hands-on managers, but they are also responsible for envisioning the future, identifying opportunities, and anticipating what’s next in a competitive marketplace. The value delivered by manufacturing ERP can’t be overstated. With cloud ERP, you can see the breakdown of costs.

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RFgen

APRIL 29, 2020

Some manufacturers are preparing to get back to work and grow their workforce to pre-pandemic levels. Outdated manual process that do not support social distancing will no longer suffice, meaning manufacturers must adapt now. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has caused many manufacturers to temporarily shift or close operations.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 16, 2015

alone, the latest being Seattle-based Elysian in February. Big breweries are reacting to this craft beer boom most prominently through buyouts: Since 2011, global beer giant Ab in Bev has acquired four microbreweries in the U.S. More recently, SAB Miller picked up London’s Meantime to enter the UK craft beer scene.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 29, 2015

Last November, JDA Software and IBM announced a “new integrated offering [that] will provide retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers with intelligent sourcing, fulfillment and order management capabilities.” In return, the Seattle company pledges to get users their merchandise by 9 pm that night.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 19, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides an added update to reports of airline industry executives publicly calling for a management shake-up at commercial aircraft manufacturer Boeing. Seattle was an apparent reference to the company’s commercial aircraft business unit management.

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

The company was started in 1907 as a small messenger service in Seattle with $100 in borrowed capital. started as a single office ocean forwarder in Seattle. billion (2019) Headquarters: Seattle, Washington, USA CEO: Jeffrey S. Revenue: $8.7 billion (2019) Headquarters: Melbourne, Australia Chairman: John Mullen 14. Revenue: $8.17

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 13, 2024

The Stakes for Boeing An editorial commentary published by the Seattle Times in mid-March ( Paid subscription or metered view ), began with the following sentence: “ You know a company is in deep trouble when comedians and stock analysts take similar jabs.” That was followed with that statement: “ Boeing has to do right by its workforce.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 23, 2024

The head of the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference in a statement accused the rail companies of manufacturing the crisis and manipulating the government to disregard worker rights along with criticizing the government for stepping in hours after the rail suspension occurred. But I want to be deferential to the process that will unfold here. ”

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 18, 2022

Using its 5G networks, this telecommunications company launched an augmented reality treasure hunt called H1DD3N within geofenced areas across the cities of Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York and Seattle. Graphics processing unit manufacturer Nvidia is working on a metaverse-infrastructure project called Omniverse.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 7, 2022

In a prior Supply Chain Matters blog commentary, we highlighted that commercial aircraft manufacturer Airbus has made plans to once again rapidly ramp-up monthly production levels for the company’s popular Airbus A320 single aisle aircraft family. FAA sign-off on added engineering, manufacturing and quality process fixes.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

Some US manufacturers, however, have resorted to airlifting supplies from China at a premium price. These smart operators include: John Deere: The agricultural vehicle manufacturer says it expects to spend $40 million (USD) on expedited freight to ensure there is no disruption in supply.

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RFgen

APRIL 29, 2020

Some manufacturers are preparing to get back to work and grow their workforce to pre-pandemic levels. Outdated manual process that do not support social distancing will no longer suffice, meaning manufacturers must adapt now. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has caused many manufacturers to temporarily shift or close operations.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The company, which also makes military jets, rockets, spacecraft and Air Force One, is a global symbol of America’s manufacturing strength.” In March Supply Chain Matters highlighted a published an editorial from The Seattle Times that observed: “ For Boeing, there is more at stake than what it pays for in salaries and benefits.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 14, 2022

Laura Kelly jointly announced yesterday that the state of Kansas will be a new location for a proposed US-based lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, pending approval by Panasonic Holdings Corporation Board of Directors. Other battery manufacturers that have elected to invest in U.S. location.

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RFgen

MARCH 26, 2020

Meanwhile, many manufacturers have no choice but to shut down for the foreseeable future. Interested in how COVID-19 impacts manufacturing? Mobile barcoding technology supports 80% faster training of new employees to help manufacturers accelerate production of critical supplies. Repurposing the Manufacturing Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 18, 2023

While Boeing outpaced in quarterly aircraft deliveries, a reported component manufacturing issue does not bode well for meeting full year aircraft delivery objectives. Supply Chain Matters highlights Airbus and Boeing Q1-2023 commercial aircraft delivery and net orders performance.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

In markets with high land values, such as New York City, Seattle and the San Francisco Bay Area, multistory distribution centers are emerging. The ledger tracking these medicines may be shared with stakeholders, including manufacturers, warehouses, distributors, pharmacies, hospitals, and doctors. Several major U.S. Media Type.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2015

Super Bowl XLIX takes place Sunday between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, but you probably knew that already. New England, especially Massachusetts, has a long history of manufacturing that has evolved from clothing and shoes to electronics and chemical products — with good wages to show for it. I hope you enjoy!

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

From a small shop in Seattle in 1971, the Starbucks Coffee Company has conquered the globe. 16 | Profile Greg Javor, Starbucks Coffee Company. With more than 21,000 stores in 64 countries, the largest coffeehouse company in the world serves 70 million customers each week with over 30 blends of specialty coffee, tea, food and entertainment.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 28, 2020

from Tesla, the Silicon Valley-based electric and autonomous vehicle pioneer led by global entrepreneur, Elon Musk, which recently overtook Volkswagen as the second most valuable automotive company in the world, and right on the heels of the Just-In-Time, Lean Manufacturing giant, Toyota. Alla joins ThroughPut Inc.

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RFgen

MARCH 19, 2015

The overreach of the recent West Coast gridlock is impacting the ports’ Eastern counterparts as manufacturers from East and West Asia are opting for longer routes to the U.S.’s East Coast Ports Growing. ’s East Coast. By comparison, the vacancy rate at the end of 2013 was more than 9 percent.

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