Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just ask any manufacturer who’s had to halt production because a single critical component wasn’t available. The resilience of your supply chain is determined by its structure and operations, whether we’re dealing with major immediate events like a pandemic or gradual systemic changes to your business environment over time.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

As we get settled into this new year, we thought we’d share observations from conversations we’ve had with manufacturers and distributors recently. In fact, in order to combat these ever pressing issues and competition, we recently shared our insights on trends for 2015 facing manufacturers and distributors on the Cisco-Eagle Blog.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 5, 2023

Manufacturers must ensure adherence to regulatory compliance, strike a balance between efficiency and profitability, maintain unblemished food safety records, and guarantee customer satisfaction. In this scenario, it’s not just manufacturers who feel the heat. Targets are now less than one hour!)

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Morai Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Supply chains are largely defined by the technology that facilitate them, as such it’s crucial to know the technology trends that are shaping the year. However, there are a number of technology trends worth keeping track of. The post Top 4 Supply Chain Technology Trends in 2020 appeared first on Morai Logistics Inc.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Rob O’Byrne makes an early start with his round-up of supply chain and logistics trends that might make industry headlines in the coming year. His observations include trends in first and last-mile logistics, and the increase in SMEs entering global markets. 2020 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends: What’s Around the Corner?

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2021

Reflecting on the events of 2020, Franco says the automotive sector was among the first to take a hit on the supply chain front, with many other industries following it down that path during the early part of the year. Manufacturing pretty much came to a halt in most high manufacturing countries such as the U.S.,

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

As we head into a new year it is a good time to take a look at the coming year and see what it may hold in the way of trends. We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2016

Integrating computers into an established manufacturing floor can be costly and time-consuming. Follow our 5 point checklist for manufacturing floor computer integration. . Making your manufacturing floor computer centric means you’re on the road to futureproofing your manufacturing process. Need help and advice?

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IoT World Today

MARCH 27, 2020

These tools will become the foundation on which supply chain managers gain insight into their markets and erratic supply and demand trends. in manufacturing dominance. And more than half of electronics manufacturers anticipated up to four weeks in supply chain delays. Indeed, by 2010, China surpassed the U.S.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Image source: Pexels | 7 Cost-Saving Tips Every Supply Chain Manager Should Know Managing costs effectively is crucial for success in the competitive supply chain world. Example: Companies like Costco capitalize on bulk purchasing and shipping strategies, enabling them to pass savings on to their customers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2024

The Paris Olympics boasts a spectator capacity of over 300,000, with the city expected to welcome an astounding 15 million visitors, including 2 million international visitors, all drawn to the world’s largest sporting event. Korber and KKR announce the strategic acquisition of MercuryGate to strengthen their supply chain software business.”

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GlobalTranz

MAY 23, 2017

We work with a lot of manufacturing companies and one of the questions we get most often is 'Why do we need to blog'? Often followed by 'How do we blog for manufacturing'? So now we know what a blog is but why is manufacturing blogging a great idea and not a waste of time: To Help People. A word about what a blog is.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

And even before they begin, they must realize these problems are too big for any single team—supply chain must connect with finance and procurement to treat the n-tier suppliers as an extended part of their network and become their preferred customer. By identifying these gaps, you can create sourcing events to close them.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 18, 2021

Certainly, supply chain constraints are a partial cause of the current above trend inflation. In a subsequent Whitehouse.gov blog post, titled ” Historical Parallels to Today’s Inflationary Episode ” the authors’ conclusion stated, “ No single historical episode is a perfect template for current events. The estimate of $617.7

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The high-tech firm is more than a manufacturer of PCs, tablets, smartphones, and servers. The company has more than 2000 suppliers and operates over 30 manufacturing sites. It might highlight logistics jams, manufacturing capacity, quality issues, or procurement cost trends. Factories serve local markets.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

To examine supply chain management priorities, performance, and anticipated trends, APQC conducted its 10 th annual Supply Chain Management Priorities and Challenges research, including a survey of more than 350 supply chain professionals from around the world and across multiple industries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2022

As organizations look for reducing dependencies on concentrated sources of supply, Eastern Europe, Mexico, and South Asian countries will start providing viable alternatives to the current manufacturing powerhouse countries. Wanted to share these thoughts here.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 2, 2024

ERP trends 2024 – achieving business success through the use of innovative technologies Now that Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are firmly established, we expect to see a massive take-up of these technologies by manufacturers in 2024. It’s a sizable market, with research conducted by HG Insights stating that 1.4

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 17, 2023

Over the past few years, supply chain and procurement pros have faced the challenge of navigating their enterprises through one disruption after another. Despite their best efforts, current events and market dynamics caught up with them, leading to issues managing their suppliers and sourcing the materials needed for their products.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

But for that special class of disruption, the low-probability, high-impact events like natural disasters, epidemics and other upheavals, organizations don’t know how to mitigate the risk and successfully manage their supply chains, and are now trying to find their way through the minefield of issues and challenges with no clear solution.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 4, 2024

Make-to-Order (MTO) manufacturing is the production of specialized or unique one-off products in quantities ranging from one to small production runs. Usually, the final product is a combination of custom manufactured components and standard components. MTO operations bring their own set of unique challenges.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Like any manufacturing event, there will skeptics and there will be proponents, but the final results will tend to favor those who listen to what the people want. In fact, the following evidence indicates this trend will continue: Imported goods reached approximately $717 billion, but U.S. manufacturers want more reshoring.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 18, 2019

Are you interested in expanding your knowledge on the latest trends and technologies within the supply chain industry? Wondering where to find the leading events in your local area? EazyStock has complied a new list of the top 2019 Supply Chain events that you can’t afford to miss. Live Americas 2019 by SCM World. Feb 3-7, 2019.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Mr. Bailey has worked most of his career at VF – as an industrial engineer in facilities, in strategic sourcing, running offshore operations, and now as the person in charge of the company’s entire supply chain. VFC’s supply chain sourced over 410 million units of apparel, footwear, and accessories in their last fiscal year.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Companies in this market produce the machines used by other manufacturers. Because of the dynamic market they operate in, IM&E manufacturers are seeking to balance productivity and efficiency with responsiveness and agility. Quality and safety Customers expect higher quality products from manufacturers.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

They manufacture their own goods — that is, they purchase raw materials and/or components, design and build something new out of these materials in their own facilities, and sell the finished goods online. In this scenario, the ecommerce business is considered a contract manufacturer, and the factory is considered a subcontractor.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Management practices such as lean manufacturing and just-in-time inventory management, along with globalization, have made tremendous impact on cost and service, but have accentuated risk. Globalization, nearshoring and friendshoring trends are amplifying the supply chain risks. This is where AI can make all the difference.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2020

So, any major problem which may cause prolonged disruption of the supply chain from these areas will have tremendous effects for both China and every stakeholder that does business with China and sources goods from there. Trade Deal Phase One: As part of the Phase One Trade Deal, China promised to purchase U.S. agricultural products.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 14, 2016

Now, it's easy to think of technology as being a manufacturer-only realm. Let's take a look at what logistics technology trends will become the dominant factors of the logistics industry for 2016. Then, Amazon purchased Kiva , and they vanished. GreyOrange Butler Robot - Logistics Technology Trend for 2016.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

Take a look at how the IoT supply chain is changing the landscape in terms of equipment functionality, shipping processes, invoicing and payments, and analysis of trends. Most manufacturing processes heavily rely on the use of machinery. IoT and Machine Functionality. The IoT Supply Chain and Shipping Processes.

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 14, 2021

It is anticipated that trend will continue when the Census Bureau releases 2Q21 inventory numbers in mid-May. Buying trends for the second quarter continue to take shape. While we anticipate purchases of goods to continue, the pace is anticipated to decline. As illustrated by Figure 2.1, Will that shift be 50/50? And it has.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

Supply chain disruption has many sources: tariffs and trade disputes, natural disasters, pandemics, economic uncertainty and cybersecurity attacks. There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Price fluctuations and sourcing issues.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

Geopolitical events. While lean manufacturing and just-in-time were game-changing concepts when they were introduced, agility and resilience must be taken to an entirely new level post pandemic. Natural disasters. Tariffs and trade regulations. The rise of ecommerce. The growing influence of social media.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Source: Morai Logistics. Source: SupplyChainOpz.com. Forward-thinking manufacturers are looking at big data as a catalyst for greater collaboration. Forward-thinking manufacturers are looking at big data as a catalyst for greater collaboration. Check out the infographic below for all the facts!

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 5, 2016

Yesterday we began our two part series on 2016 supply chain trends that will drive supply chain management into the future. As with most trends we all have read over the last few years, the focus was on technology. Supply Chain Trends 2016: 5 Additional More Areas of Focus. We listed the first 7. Increased velocity.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Every day, retailers and manufacturers are challenged to balance ambitious customer service promises with profit margin protection. In the consumer sector, few recent trends have been as disruptive as the new on-demand marketplace for commodities like transportation and lodging, driven by Uber and VRBO.

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