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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

From sourcing raw materials to delivering finished vehicles, AI-driven algorithms work tirelessly. Suppose a car manufacturer sources parts from various suppliers globally. By doing so, it minimizes lead times, reduces inventory costs, and ensures that parts arrive just when they’re needed on the assembly line.

Manufacturing 98

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.”

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Lead Time Beverage Supply Chain 52

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. .”

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Supply Chain Beverage Apparel 52

Fastener News Desk

JUNE 7, 2023

Manufacturing lead times clearly improved in the month. Supply chains are prepared and eager for growth, as panelists’ comments and the data support reduced lead times for their companies’ more important purchases. Labor shortages are getting better within our organization and throughout our supply chain.”

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Supply Chain Beverage Composites 52

Fastener News Desk

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Manufacturing supplier lead times continue to decrease, a positive for future economic activity. The Prices Index remained in ‘decreasing’ territory (but just barely), signifying price stability as a result of energy markets easing, though offset by increases in the steel markets.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Beverage Supply Chain Apparel 52

Fastener News Desk

AUGUST 3, 2022

New Orders and Employment Contracting; Production and Backlogs Growing; Supplier Deliveries Slowing at a Slower Rate; Raw Materials Inventories Growing; Customers’ Inventories Too Low; Prices Increasing at a Slower Rate; Exports and Imports Growing; Record-Long Lead Times for Production Materials and MRO Supplies.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Electronics Beverage Apparel 52

Fastener News Desk

JANUARY 8, 2023

Average lead time remained 32 percent above previous trough for capital expenditures and 37 percent for purchased materials; both are too high. “Lead times are returning to normal for most of our suppliers, while some of our smaller suppliers are struggling to remain staffed up enough to keep up with orders.”

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Beverage Electronics Apparel 52