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WEBSep 18, 2024 · Material Handling & Logistics provides news, analysis, technology and best practices for managers overseeing supply chain, warehousing and transportation in the manufacturing sector.
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WEBAbout Us. Written for managers who oversee supply chain, logistics and material handling across America’s manufacturing, distribution and retail sectors. Covers warehousing, material handling equipment, transportation strategies, sustainability, logistics, global commerce, distribution, regulatory compliance, workforce management, new ...
Supply Chain Stability Improving - Material Handling and Logistics
WEBApril 12, 2024. KPMG Supply Chain Stability Index suggests a complete return to pre-pandemic normalcy remains unlikely in 2024. MH&L Staff. 2023 was a year of tremendous improvement and increased supply chain stability overall, with several variables still driving continued fragility, according to the KPMG Supply Chain Stability Index.
The State of US Logistics 2021: Building an Agile Supply Chain
WEBJul 6, 2021 · The U.S. economy is now expected to grow by 7.7% in 2021, and the global economy by 6.3%, barring unforeseen developments. In fact, such disruptions are sure to continue. “The pandemic’s aftereffects and new surprises will force continuous plan redevelopment and adaptation,” the researchers wrote. In …
Key Insights into Retaining Warehouse Workers
WEBSep 16, 2024 · Key Insights into Retaining Warehouse Workers. Sept. 16, 2024. Companies must create a culture where employees feel valued. John O'Kelly. Attracting and retaining warehouse workers has been a growing challenge for manufacturers and business leaders for more than a decade. While technological innovations such as automation and artificial ...
75% of Global Battery Supply Chain at Risk of Violating Forced …
WEB5 days ago · Companies accounting for 75% of the global battery market have connections to one or more companies in the supply chain facing allegations of severe human rights abuses, according to research released on Sept. 16 from Infyos.. The widespread human rights abuses identified range from people being forced to work in lithium refining facilities under the threat of no or minimal pay to five-year ...
New Group Forms to Protect US Supply Chain
WEBJul 30, 2024 · New Group Forms to Protect US Supply Chain. July 30, 2024. “The U.S. supply chain is the backbone of our economy," said Supply Chain Council CEO Josh Wood. As of July 24, there is a new advocacy group called the Supply Chain Council. The group says its goals are to secure and strengthen America’s …
73% of Supply Chain Networks Have Shifted in Past Two Years
WEBAug 16, 2024 · According to a new Gartner survey, 73% have added or removed production locations from their supply chain networks in the past two years, according to a recent survey. Gartner surveyed 437 respondents from April to May 2024 and found that risk management considerations, such as improving resilience, in addition to enhancing flexibility and ...
Manufacturers are Shifting Supply Chains Away from China
WEBJul 27, 2020 · PwC study says companies that shift production from China could cut costs by an additional 23% if they near-shored to Mexico, and 24% shifting to low cost Asian countries. With the uncertainty and unprecedented changes brought about from COVID-19, manufacturers are re-evaluating their global supply chains. A …
Reshoring Creating Record Amount of Jobs
WEBJul 12, 2024 · Reshoring Creating Record Amount of Jobs. In 2023, job announcements due to reshoring and foreign investment reached 287,000. The Reshoring and FDI trends continue to grow, driven by increasing global risks. Supply chains today face numerous disruptions, from political tensions and regional conflicts to climate change and extreme weather events.