Automotive Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Magna Steyr’s vehicle assembly plant in the Austrian city of Graz is not a typical automotive factory; the site, which in 2018 brought its cumulative total production tally to 3.5m has been rebadged as ‘Smart Factory by Magna Steyr’. The post Delivering a smarter factory appeared first on Automotive Logistics.

Factories 47

Factories Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Design Software 47

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 12, 2014

After a decade of being constantly bombarded with news of off-shoring, images of deserted factories, and heart-wrenching tales of laid-off American workers unable to find new employment now that their job is in China, jobs are streaming back into the country, factories are reopening, and we’re back to whistling while we work.

Optimization Software 93

Optimization Software Optimization Factories Case Study 93

Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 30, 2020

CKF were commissioned to install a robotic picking system featuring ABB’s IRB360 FlexPicker robots and PickMaster vision software into one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers in 2019 helping them to perfectly pick a consumable product at one of their major factories.

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Case Study Picking Study Production 36

MTS Logistics

MAY 23, 2022

The root causes of the shortage are numerous and stem from factory closures, supplier issues, and disruptions in the supply chain. After the world spent many days talking about general supply chain shortages throughout 2021 and the first half of 2022, the current baby formula shortage is a case study in real-time supply chain shocks.

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Supply Chains Government Case Study Military 105

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 15, 2019

This understanding has been a key part in the successful relationship between Yale dealer Emtor and the Bonduelle vegetable factory in Gniewkowo, Poland. Processing around 30,000 tonnes of vegetables annually, the main output of the company’s Gniewkowo factory is frozen produce. Bespoke solutions keep the cold out.

Case Study 28

Case Study Study Factories Material Savings 28

The Lean Thinker

MARCH 23, 2023

The Mechanistic View in Industry What do I observe that might lead me to conclude that the mechanistic view prevails in a business or factory? With the exception of “The Jim Problem” the case studies are around people having poor attitudes, not showing up for work, etc. Yes they do.

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Buyer Training Material Savings Course Optimal Sourcing 195

Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 13, 2019

The Kimberly-Clark factory in Switzerland exclusively trusts trucks supplied by Yale® dealer, Avesco. Almost every brand has attempted at some time to prove their worth in the Swiss paper factory. “Our work environment places very high demands on the vehicles in our factory,” says Andreas.

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Case Study Study Waste Reduction Factories 28

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2018

Once the parts have been used in production, operators transport the empty totes from the manufacturing factory to the ILC building (80). The post Case Study: Tote Sortation Project for Leading Car Maker appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Case Study Study Sorting Handling 28

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2018

The manufacturer operates four factories, two in France and two in Algeria and has three warehouses around the world. More recently, in September 2018, Brandt went live with FuturMaster’s production planning software to focus more on the synchronisation of industrial supply chain and capacity planning at its new factory in Algeria. “We

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2019

The trucks are responsible for supplying the machines on the factory floor. Availability is essential on the factory floor. The post Case Study: EnerSys and Unicarriers Make Dutch Fleet More Sustainable appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. tonnes and two DX combustion engines (1.8 tonnes and 3.2

Case Study 28

Case Study Study Logistics Network Optimization Software Trucking 28

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Mora Moravia has a history that dates back to 1825 and began with the building of an ironworks and iron smelting factory in 1827. The post Case Study: New Forklift Generation For Poland Appliance Maker appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

Case Study 28

Case Study Study Materials Handling Waste Reduction 28

Kanban Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2020

By handling inbound logistics yourself, you’re allocating time, money and resources away from your primary goals of increasing factory output and driving sales. While necessary, these activities do little to improve factory output. Putting it all together: a case study. 3PL inbound logistics services.

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Manufacturing Procurement Inbound 3PL Material Savings 98

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 29, 2022

A roller doors case study from the world of manufacturing offers useful pointers in upgrading legacy warehouses that run fast-moving logistics scenarios. Established 30 years ago in the buildings of a former concrete factory, Telford-based Hager UK Limited has transformed the site into a high-calibre modern manufacturing base.

Factories 60

Factories Case Study Scenario Planning Ordering 60

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

As pi-top began to grow it was clear that a flexible UK warehouse was going to be needed to hold the products coming directly from their factory in Shenzhen, China, which could sometimes take up to six weeks to reach the UK. The new 5500 sq. warehouse allows for a dedicated pick and pack section where 500-1000 picks are done daily.”.

Optimal Sourcing 28

Optimal Sourcing Case Study Warehousing Supply Chain Planning Software 28

AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

The company operates 7 sugar cane processing factories in Brazil, in a cluster located in the northwest region of Sao Paulo state. Download our case study to find out how Tereos Sugar & Energy Brazil has improved its S&OP Process with optimization technology.

Procurement Analytics 111

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning How To 111

Material Handling and Logistics

APRIL 3, 2018

To help provide resources to suppliers in China, Walmart has created a digital resource center in Mandarin and English with tools, case studies, and program resources on emissions reduction in the value chain: www.walmartsustainabilityhub.com. Enhancing Energy Efficiency.

Resource Reduction 68

Resource Reduction Material Savings Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 68

Talking Logistics

JUNE 5, 2017

The company has had to shut down or slow down production at various factories around the world due to a shortage of steering gears manufactured by its supplier Bosch, which in turn blamed the problem on one of its suppliers in Italy that is having problems delivering the casing for the steering gears. Take BMW as the latest example.

Supply Chain Software 89

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 89

Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 5, 2023

Mattel has moved its headquarters to Monterrey, where Lego operates its largest factory, and Tesla announced plans for a gigafactory. Over 15,000 trucks and $800 million worth of goods crossed the border at Laredo last year, and those figures will only grow with nearshoring.

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Supply Chains Scenario Planning Training Case Study 106

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 18, 2022

This came in the form of unexpected absenteeism at factories, warehouses, and on the road, as well as boats being stuck in ports which created container shortages. Kinaxis Kinexions ’22 showcased all of this, through though-provoking sessions and case study stories. The releases of Planning.AI

Supply Chain Planning Software 104

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Optimization Software 104

Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 9, 2021

Starting with the closure of factories, industries and ports in China in 2020, the pandemic and its many variants (Alpha, Beta, Delta, Gamma, Lambda) continues to rage on, affecting every country in the world and causing global chaos.

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Capacity Webinar Supply Chains Maritime 111

AIMMS

JANUARY 9, 2018

We have 3 factories, one in USA, one in China and one in the Netherlands (in the city of Edam). We have worldwide demand for all kinds of products and services and as I mentioned before, we have 3 different factories. We were trying to optimize the workload between these factories to have our manufacturing be as efficient as possible.

Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software AIMMS Data 96

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

On top of all that, billions if not trillions of dollars worth of potential working capital are tied up in illiquid assets such as 90-day invoice payouts or even the real estate value of, say, a warehouse or factory building. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chains 164

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

Once China was hit by a Coronavirus epidemic and factories ordered closed, it was inevitable that global supply chains would be affected. While most Chinese ports are operating normally, the flow of export goods has been significantly affected by roadblocks, lack of truck drivers, and closure of factories.

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Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement Factories 66

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 9, 2020

China’s decision to quarantine the city of Wuhan, where the virus was first detected, and to close factories, enforce massive lockdowns, and institute surveillance measures countrywide, has caused disruptions in Australia’s outbound supply chains. A dip in demand for iron and coal, as factories in China fall idle.

Negotiating Skills 105

Negotiating Skills Supply Chains Price Reduction Manufacturing Procurement 105

Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Components and Types of AGVs AGV Navigation Technology Choosing the Right AGV Solution for Your Needs Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Workplace Real-World Applications and Case Studies Overcoming Challenges with AGVs Conclusion Understanding Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) What is an AGV?

Materials Handling 78

Materials Handling Material Savings Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 78

Kanban Logistics

JULY 23, 2020

Walk into the manufacturing sites of many large companies and you’ll observe a finely tuned inbound logistics operation, with parts and raw materials arriving at the factory for that day’s production requirements. Smaller plants have even more incentive to free up factory floor space given the space constraints.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings Negotiating Skills Procurement Solutions 52

Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Components and Types of AGVs AGV Navigation Technology Choosing the Right AGV Solution for Your Needs Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Workplace Real-World Applications and Case Studies Overcoming Challenges with AGVs Conclusion Understanding Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) What is an AGV?

Materials Handling 74

Materials Handling Material Savings Supply Chain Software Cost Reduction 74

Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2022

Case Study. Increasing the number of countries where chips are manufactured will strengthen the supply chain and prevent disruptions caused by disruptions at distant factories. Will Passage of the CHIPS Act Resolve Supply Chain Issues? Show Submenu Resources. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics. August 30, 2022.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Manufacturing Procurement 62

Freightos

DECEMBER 1, 2016

The idea of a supply chain control tower emerged in 1990’s, triggered by the need to view and control the movement of goods in factories, distribution centers and pipeline inventories. Samsung provides a case study of control towers in action.

Supply Chain Planning Software 75

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

Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 6, 2023

How Peeps Candy Finds Its Way to Your Easter Basket Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 6, 2023 Peeps, the popular marshmallow candy is an Easter classic.

Packing 62

Packing Refrigeration Temperature Packaging 62

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Case study. Sergio Panizza, from the Genoa-based Pesto Rossi factory in Italy, says: “Our family has been making pesto sauce in a small shop in Genoa since 1947, selling mostly locally. Our business suffered during the pandemic, so we decided to start selling through Amazon.

Maritime 54

Maritime Inventory Reduction Case Study Groups 54

Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

It’s a hub of fast-paced activity between people and vehicles, which is what makes it one of the most dangerous areas of a warehouse or factory in the first place. read more Case Study: Loading Bay Technology at High-Spec Business Park The post Navigating the Loading Bay’s Hidden Risks appeared first on Logistics Business.

Supply Chain Software 55

Supply Chain Software Buyer Training Materials Handling Automation 55

Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2017

ATA cites consumption, factory output, construction, and improved inventory levels throughout the supply chain as driving factors in the improvement. Our Educational Center offers free downloadable guides and case studies, right at your fingertips. in October, up 9.9 percent year over year and 3.3 percent from September.

Industry 54

Industry Purchasing Skills Packaging Case Study 54

AIMMS

JANUARY 9, 2018

We have 3 factories, one in USA, one in China and one in the Netherlands (in the city of Edam). We have worldwide demand for all kinds of products and services and as I mentioned before, we have 3 different factories. We were trying to optimize the workload between these factories to have our manufacturing be as efficient as possible.

Supply Chain Planning Software 62

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software AIMMS Modeling Software 62

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 26, 2015

During my MBA days, I had the opportunity to learn a lot about Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain management and of course a lot of other courses in the form of lectures/case studies/web/books. Think "complete system" is the mantra they are going to rely on.

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Case Study Cost Reduction Data Study 32

AIMMS

JULY 23, 2019

The company operates 7 sugar cane processing factories in Brazil, in a cluster located in the northwest region of Sao Paulo state. Read our case study to find out how Tereos Sugar & Energy Brazil has improved its S&OP Process with optimization technology.

Procurement Analytics 62

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning How To 62

Logistics Bureau

MAY 6, 2016

Distribution has the issues of rationalisation of DC networks and more supploer centralisation and factory gate pricing grapples with changes to order profiles. Case studies show how a comprehensive understanding of supply chain costs is essential, particularly for companies struggling with primary freight and factory gate pricing.

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Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Negotiate Pricing 40