Manufacturing: Page 2

Manufacturing sector news can be a leading indicator for supply chain managers looking for information about supplier capacity, production challenges, inventory tactics, and other operations trends. Are you a manufacturing executive looking for further coverage of the sector? See our sister publication manufacturingdive.com.

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    WK Kellogg plans $500M supply chain overhaul

    The company is consolidating and updating its network, aiming at long-term margin gains.

    By • Aug. 12, 2024
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    GlobalFoundries works to normalize inventory after slow start to the year

    The chipmaker hopes AI-enabled devices will drive demand in the latter half of the year as it aims to reduce stock levels and raise production capacity.

    By • Aug. 12, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

    Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Rivian sees supply chain tailwinds from VW deal

    CEO RJ Scaringe expects suppliers will offer more favorable pricing for several components, including chipsets and other hardware.

    By • Aug. 7, 2024
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    Bombardier considers whether M&A could alleviate supply chain woes

    President and CEO Éric Martel noted that the planemaker is facing issues with engine supply.

    By • Aug. 6, 2024
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    NXP Semiconductors’ inventory woes persist amid slow auto demand

    The company's revenue was down last quarter as its plan to normalize inventory levels takes longer than expected. 

    By • Aug. 5, 2024
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    Manufacturing enters ‘deeper slowdown period’ ahead of election: July PMI

    Companies are hesitant to invest in new orders amid high interest rates and political uncertainty, dragging down the industry. 

    By • Aug. 1, 2024
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    USTR to reveal tariff hike decision ‘in coming days’

    The federal agency did not meet a previous deadline set for the end of August.

    By • Updated Sept. 3, 2024
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    Factories’ AI adoption plans must be intentional to reap benefits

    Early user engagement, solution champions and user groups can help sustain implementation, said Jennifer Peters, director of BI and data analytics at Nestlé Purina.

    By • July 31, 2024
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    DOE funding to boost circular supply chains

    The agency is offering $33 million to develop clean energy smart manufacturing.

    By • July 26, 2024
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    Election year uncertainty clouds 2024 supply chain outlook

    Manufacturers “may kick the can down the road for certain capital investment decisions” as a result, Michigan State’s Jason Miller said during a panel discussion.

    By • July 26, 2024
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    Elon Musk: CrowdStrike outage caused ‘seizure’ for auto supply chain

    Tesla has deleted the cybersecurity software off all of its systems, the CEO said on the social platform X.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    H&M’s ‘green’ financing tool supports supplier sustainability

    The collaborative program aims to help manufacturers overcome the funding hurdles of implementing sustainable practices. Here's how.

    By • July 19, 2024
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    Lego to mandate sustainability targets across supply chain

    The Danish toy maker is turning to suppliers to help cut emissions from its indirect operations, primarily its supply chain, as they make up the majority of its carbon footprint.

    By Zoya Mirza • July 11, 2024
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    US aims to bolster textile and apparel trade partnerships overseas

    The initiatives aim to address supply chain sustainability, forced labor concerns and security issues in Central and South America.

    By Siera Nezaj • July 8, 2024
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    Manufacturing costs to watch in the second half of 2024

    Uncertainty in the economy is causing manufacturers to tighten their belts, as logistics and supply costs remain vulnerable.

    By • July 8, 2024
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    New Jersey Senate passes bill to rightsize shipping boxes

    Have you ever received a tiny item in a huge box? Some legislators want to require retailers to keep that ratio in check.

    By Maria Rachal • July 3, 2024
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    Manufacturing is ‘stuck’: June PMI

    Caution continues to run through the industry as manufacturers hesitate to spend on labor and production with interest rates still high.

    By • July 1, 2024
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    Manufacturing cybersecurity at heart of new White House guidance

    The increased priority on security comes as more clean energy supply chains face the threat of a cyberattack.

    By • June 24, 2024
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    Rockwell Automation taps Nvidia to bring AI to its bots

    The automation company will use the chipmaker’s software in its Otto autonomous mobile robots meant for manufacturing facilities.

    By • June 12, 2024
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    CPKC’s next distribution center to aid automotive growth

    The railroad expects the 30-acre facility will help it move finished vehicles more efficiently.

    By • June 12, 2024
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    Chip suppliers feel the crunch as automakers reassess EV plans

    Slowing electric vehicle sales in recent months have dampened semiconductor orders and left inventory backlogs growing.

    By • June 10, 2024
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    Solar industry at odds as ITC nears ruling on First Solar tariff petition

    The petitioners say current Chinese export practices pose a threat to U.S. businesses, while others say the trade case itself is a threat.

    By Diana DiGangi • June 4, 2024
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    High interest rates are stalling manufacturing growth: May PMI

    With the Federal Reserve unlikely to cut rates this summer, manufacturers aren't keen to invest in new orders or capacity.

    By • June 3, 2024
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    Former Tesla supply chain leader joins battery startup

    TeraWatt Technology announced Annie Liu as an external director earlier this month.

    By S.L. Fuller • May 30, 2024
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    BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report

    The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.

    By • May 23, 2024