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Supply chain planning and optimization: Tips for better deployment and implementation of tools
Among the core competencies that companies must develop in order to successfully navigate the mega-trends identified by the U.S. Roadmap for Material Handling & Logistics is better deployment and implementation of supply chain planning and optimization tools. As one of […]
Oil and Gas Fuels Growth and Offshore Expansion
Guest Commentary Having successfully supplied the oil and gas industry with standard and bespoke products for four years, Ace World Companies is ready to raise its profile in the sector. Custom material handling equipment from MHI member Ace World Companies […]
MHI’s Ergonomic Assist Systems and Equipment (EASE) announces the publication of Ergonomic Solutions for Retailers
Ergonomic Solutions for Retailers is now available from the Ergonomic Assist Systems and Equipment (EASE) Council of MHI. Designed for retailers and safety experts, this NIOSH booklet has a goal to prevent MMH (manual material handling) injuries in grocery stores. […]
U.S. and Global Economic Outlook – Modest growth and U.S. – Europe and China face challenges
Jason Schenker, President and Chief Economist, Prestige Economics, spoke at MHI’s recent 2014 Annual Conference. After his speech, he sat down with DC Velocity to discuss the discusses the outlook for the U.S. and world economies, and the impact on […]
UT Study on Global Supply Chain Sees Reversal of Outsourcing Trend
The rush to Asia in the past decade promised major cost reduction for supply chains, but financial gains for many corporations have been short-lived according to a new study by The University of Tennessee’s Global Supply Chain Institute (GSCI). The […]
4 Things Supply Chain Professionals Can Look Forward to in 2015
2015 will be a big year for manufacturing and supply chain professionals. MHI will celebrate its 70th anniversary with the largest ProMat ever, but that’s just the beginning. 1. ProMat 2015 ProMat 2015 is the LARGEST expo for manufacturing and supply chain professionals in North […]