Articles & News on Supply Chain Optimization

Raymond Announces Purdue as 2025 Funding Recipient for University Research Program

  • January 30, 2025
  • News

The Raymond Corporation has selected a new research proposal from Purdue University to receive funding through its University Research Program.

Orders for Manufacturing Technology Began to Rise in Q4 of 2024

  • January 30, 2025
  • News

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released the first estimate of GDP for the fourth quarter of 2024.

How Generative AI Is Shaping the Manufacturing Supply Chains of the Future

  • by Nishanth Vallabhu
  • January 24, 2025
  • Feature

While traditional AI primarily focuses on making predictions and optimizing processes based on patterns in historical data, GenAI goes a step further.

Rielec Becomes Clustag: RFID Intralogistics Leader Announces Global Rebranding

  • January 22, 2025
  • News

Clustag, formerly known as Rielec, has announced a significant rebranding that marks the beginning of a new era for the company.

NEMA Debuts First Two Product Specifications Developed Under Its 'Make it American' Program

  • January 17, 2025
  • News

The resources will assist electrical manufacturers and the marketplace to identify products that meet domestic content requirements.

Electronic System Design Industry Posts $5.1 Billion in Revenue in Q3 2024

  • January 15, 2025
  • News

Electronic System Design (ESD) industry revenue increased 8.8% to $5,114.5 million in the third quarter of 2024.

November Manufacturing Technology Orders Climb, Setting Up Strong End to 2024

  • January 14, 2025
  • News

Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders report published by AMT, totaled $448.8 million in November 2024. 

Lane Electronics Showcasing Wide Range of Connectors at Electronics Live Exhibition

  • January 7, 2025
  • News

The Electronics Live Exhibition will take place at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, England, on Jan. 22, 2025.

NCMS White Paper Shows How AI Improves Supply Chain Resilience

  • December 24, 2024
  • News

The white paper aims to assist SMMs in harnessing the power of AI to improve their operations by preventing supply chain disruptions.  

Mouser Electronics Continues to Expand its Industrial Automation Line Card and Product Lineup

  • December 20, 2024
  • News

As a global authorized distributor, Mouser offers a wide selection of the newest semiconductors, electronic components and industrial automation products.

Six Cybersecurity and Automation Tips to Boost Supply Chain Resilience in 2025

  • by Zac Amos
  • December 10, 2024
  • Feature

In 2025, emerging trends will reshape how companies approach resilience, with a sharp focus on automation and digital systems.

Post-IMTS Decline in Manufacturing Technology Orders Blunted by Rebound in Aerospace Investment

  • December 9, 2024
  • News

Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the USMTO report published by AMT, totaled $385 million in October 2024, a 14.5% decrease from September.

HIMA Expands in India to Elevate Rail and Process Safety

  • November 25, 2024
  • News

HIMA Group is proud to announce the opening of its first facility in India.

The AI-Driven Transformation of Supply Chains: Trends, Benefits and Future Outlook

  • by Alan Silberstein
  • November 18, 2024
  • Feature

AI advancements are transforming logistics and supply chain management, enhancing everything from warehouse optimization and demand forecasting to automated quality checks and cost-efficient routing.

Worldwide Silicon Wafer Shipments Increase 6% in Q3 2024

  • November 14, 2024
  • News

Worldwide silicon wafer shipments increased 5.9% quarter-over-quarter to 3,214 million square inches (MSI) in the third quarter of 2024.

Overcoming Five Cybersecurity Risks of Cobots

  • by Zac Amos
  • November 13, 2024
  • Feature

Becoming well-known for effective cobot installation requires deploying security methods to stay safe in cyberspace.

September 2024 Manufacturing Technology Orders Jump as IMTS Returns to Chicago

  • November 12, 2024
  • News

Orders of manufacturing technology totaled $450.6 million in September 2024, an increase of 24% from August 2024 and 14.6% over September 2023 orders.

Next-Gen Designers Tackle Sustainable Packaging Challenges in Nefab's 2024 Competition

  • November 6, 2024
  • News

Students from SJSU’s Packaging Degree program were invited to develop innovative, sustainable packaging solutions for Cloud Network Routers, a crucial component in cloud networking infrastructure.

Workhorse Group Standardizes on Siemens Xcelerator as a Service for Sustainable Last Mile Delivery Electric Trucks

  • November 5, 2024
  • News

Electric vehicle (EV) startup standardizes on Teamcenter X and NX to reduce IT overhead, enhance accessibility across development teams and supply chain.

HyIS-one Selects Emerson as Automation Partner for Korea's Largest Hydrogen Refueling Station for Commercial Vehicles

  • October 16, 2024
  • News

The automation leader will supply advanced technologies to expand Korea’s domestic hydrogen base and build more sustainable transportation infrastructure.