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Supply Chain Technicians work on the hardware, software, automated equipment and systems that support the supply chain
From MHI Solutions How many supply chain technicians do you know? No, this isn’t a trick question. Chances are you know at least one if you work in warehousing, distribution or even manufacturing. Ditto for those who work for a […]
Generation Y Will Soon Be The Largest Group in the Supply Chain Workforce
From MHI Solutions Sometime in 2015, the young adults of the generation born between 1980 and 2000—the Millennials, or Generation Y—will displace Baby Boomers as the largest group in the workplace. Although some critics have labeled them as slackers with […]
The Value of Supply Chain Certification
From MHI Solutions The value of certifications is debated in almost all industries as organizations try to quantify the benefits of certification versus college education, sometimes basing the answers on entry level versus management positions. Certifications seem to be growing […]
Recruiting Supply Chain Talent
From MHI Solutions A significant shortage of skilled supply chain professionals is prompting industry to focus on effective and inventive ways to recruit and retain talent. A growing interest in sophisticated, agile supply chains has combined with an improving economy […]
U.S. Roadmap for Material Handling & Logistics Takes a Look at the Future
From MHI Solutions Sure, savvy business professionals always try to anticipate the future. But few come together with leading thinkers in the industry to anticipate the next decade. More than 100 participants—including end users, suppliers, consultants, academics, government officials and […]
The Supply Chain Needs More Skilled Workers, Now and In Every Category
by George Prest, CEO, MHI No doubt, hiring, training and retention of workers is the most important issue facing this industry. More than 11 million people work in the supply chain, which is 8.6 percent of the nation’s workforce. However, a shortage […]