GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

So, let’s take a look at how our predictions for the first four manufacturing technology trends (Predictive analytics, 3D Printing, and VR) to watch for in 2016 stacked up. For example, the aeronautics’ giant, Lockheed Martin, has embraced augmented reality during the manufacturing and repair processes, explains Industry Week.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 25, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. For example, auto-lighting LEDs, RFID, and handheld scanners can help pickers ensure the right item is picked every time. Integrate all supply chain systems, increasing savings in transportation management, procurement and everywhere in between.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

The reason for the Focus 5 listing can be serious Quality Escape, bad DPPM, negative complaint rate trend or weak On-time delivery performance in the last 12 month. Here are few examples which I used: Focus Supplier improvement results (DPPM and/or OTD with min. What Value You Will Get? How to Track Performance. 50% improvement) min.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

Our previous discussion on augmented reality revealed a new trend in supply chain management , the use of computer-simulated imagery to enhance production and efficiency. One of the most notable examples remains the creation of Watson, the supercomputer controlled artificial intelligence that defeated Jeopardy!

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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. For this to happen, finance needs to be in lockstep with procurement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The bullwhip effect is one example of this disruptive effect, when small changes in demand cause huge demand spikes downstream. Globalization, nearshoring and friendshoring trends are amplifying the supply chain risks. Table 1 describes a few examples of these types of risks. These risks are low probability and high impact.

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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.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

As time passed, procurement gradually gained a larger role in the scope of manufacturing and order fulfillment. By the mid-1950s , procurement had become a commonplace aspect of minor business, and procurement was almost comparable to secretarial work. Why Is Technology Driving Procurement Trends and the Role of Procurement?

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2017

In the first supply chain trends post, we surmised the previous year’s trends would continue. For example, an optimized supply chain is good, but it opens more opportunities for errors. For example, new hires are likely to pick up tablet-based systems more easily since they have been using them recreationally for some time.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2017

There are various factors involved in effective logistics management, for example, automation and perfect coordination. It involves procuring the goods, storage facilities, and delivery of products to the exact location. Procurement of the goods at the warehouse, and lastly, Delivery of the goods at the destination.

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