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Industry 4.0: Building the right skills to meet the factory of the future

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 A meeting between two pioneers during a cocktail party in 1956 turned out to be a defining moment in the world of manufacturing. Together they conceived the Unimate, the very first industrial robot. We’ve moved slowly in this area.”.

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TWI: Is it Time to Rethink Job Relations?

The Lean Thinker

Background TWI stands for Training Within Industry, a program developed during WWII by the U.S. During the war there was huge growth and turnover within the industrial base as production shifted from civilian products (locomotives, for example) to wartime production (tanks). The challenge, of course, is that nobody owns this material.

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The State of the 3PL Industry

Apparel Logistics

The 3PL industry has undergone many changes in recent years. If you're interested in using a 3PL, you'll want to know about the current state of the industry and how it can help you reach your business goals. Improved efficiency, of course, also lowers costs. 3PL Services Save Companies Money. 3PL Services Save Companies Money.

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STILL welcomes 64 new apprentices and students

Logistics Business Magazine

The new recruits are starting their training and study periods in six apprenticeships and three dual study programmes. “We need competent, smart and innovative skilled employees to successfully meet future business challenges ranging from energy and sustainability to new technologies in the field of automation and robotics. “At

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Trinity Logistics Announces Winner of Innovative Sales Competition at Iowa State University

Trinity Logistics

The 50 students enrolled in the courses benefited from Trinity’s guidance, gaining insights that will shape their careers in sales. The first part required students to pitch the value of Trinity Logistics to a hypothetical “shipper” and secure a follow-up meeting. Students were judged by Trinity Logistics and Professor Raj Agnihotri.

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[Infographic] 21st Third Party Logistics Study Shows Increased Use of 3PLs & Shippers

GlobalTranz

At the close of 2016, the 21 st Annual Third-Party Logistics Study found the overall use of third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) is increasing, but the types of logistics services utilized indicate the industry is entering a shift in how it operates. 3PLs and Shippers Report Positive Partnership Outcomes. percent.

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5 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management

Logistics Bureau

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. The Path to Cost Reduction: Intel decided to try what was considered an unlikely supply chain strategy for the semiconductor industry: a true make-to-order scenario.