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March Manufacturing Numbers

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector continued to grow in March, albeit not at a fast pace. According to information released by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), the majority of segments grew but others contracted. Read more...

Procurement Technology Adoption Tactics

Those of us who have fought the battles know that gaining adoption of procurement technologies by users is a real challenge. There are some tactics that can help, though. Read more...

Is Manufacturing Back in the US?

Is manufacturing really returning to US soil, or is Asia still a more attractive option? Although labor costs in China have increased, other benefits can still drive companies to outsource. Read more...

Cybersecurity Topics

As M2M and the Internet of Things (IoT) continue to make inroads in the business world, thoughts about security are top-of-mind. Steve Banker writes on the Forbes site about a recent data security conference he attended. Read more...

March Madness and the Supply Chain

In-store fulfillment is a key tactic used by retailers to address the needs of the omnichannel consumer. In a timely article on the Logistics Viewpoints site, Chuck Fuerst compares this approach to March Madness. Read more...

Procurement Value

The folks on the Spend Matters site typically ask tough questions. The title of a recent article, "Why Do We Need Procurement", provides a great example. Read more...

Revamp Your Supply Chain Network

US manufacturing seems to be doing pretty well nowadays. Is this the right time for a manufacturer to revamp the supply chain network? Read more...

The PI Supply Chain

As more retailers step into the digital world, product information becomes increasingly important. Developing a supply chain for product information may be the key in keeping up with customer demands in this new world of retail. Read more...

Distributors and Sustainability

The distribution industry is getting greener, according to an article by Michael Wilson on the Environmental Leader site. From packaging decisions to requirements placed on manufacturer partners, distributors are making the changes needed to improve sustainability. Read more...

Thoughts on Recent Merger Activity

As usual, Lora Cecere, the Supply Chain Shaman, has an interesting take on the latest merger between two food companies, Kraft and Heinz. As she looks at the supply chain effects of the merger, she doesn't see smooth sailing. Read more...

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