AU Manufacturing

MARCH 6, 2023

Fiore, chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, said, “new order rates remain sluggish due to buyer and supplier disagreements regarding price levels and delivery lead times; the index increase suggests progress in February.” The post US Manufacturing PMI inched up to 47.7%

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Apparel Manufacturing Lead Time 74

Fastener News Desk

APRIL 3, 2023

Supply chains are now ready for growth, as panelists’ comments support reduced lead times for their more important purchases. Lead times have stabilized in most areas, so looking at reducing commitments on new orders, except for a few strategic electronic buys with lead times that are still too long.”

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Apparel Lead Time 52

MEM

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

By doing so, it minimizes lead times, reduces inventory costs, and ensures that parts arrive just when they’re needed on the assembly line. By fine-tuning machinery settings, AI reduces energy waste, leading to significant cost savings and a smaller environmental footprint. The result?

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Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Assembly Line Supply Chain 98

Fastener News Desk

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

“New order rates remain depressed due to buyer and supplier disagreements regarding price levels and delivery lead times; these should be resolved by the second quarter. WHAT RESPONDENTS ARE SAYING “Business is still strong, but we have begun to see softening in some pricing, and lead times seem to be improving.”

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Manufacturing Lead Time Beverage Supply Chain 52

Fastener News Desk

MAY 4, 2023

Supply chains are prepared and eager for growth, as panelists’ comments support reduced lead times for their more important purchases. Lead times are generally coming down, although electronic components are still a concern.” ” [Machinery] “Faster deliveries and shorter lead times from suppliers.

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Fastener News Desk

MARCH 4, 2024

The eight manufacturing industries reporting growth in February — in order — are: Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Primary Metals; Plastics & Rubber Products; Fabricated Metal Products; Chemical Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; and Transportation Equipment.

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Manufacturing supplier lead times continue to decrease, but at a slow pace. ” [Apparel, Leather & Allied Products] “Overall, things continue to be very steady: Sales and revenue are as expected, and the supply environment has stabilized greatly versus 2021-22.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Beverage Apparel 52