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Slow, Steady Growth Ahead

May 08, 2012
In its semi-annual economic outlook, the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) pointed to revenue growth and increased capital spending reported by manufacturers.
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China Manufacturing Expands in April

May 01, 2012
China's manufacturing activity has expanded for the fifth month in a row, easing concerns about a sharp slowdown in the world's second-largest economy.
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Give It Up For Multishoring

April 13, 2012
For an industry that loves to toss off new labels for every new (and some old) idea(s), why aren't we hearing more about multishoring?
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Mexico’s Manufacturing Base Rebounds

February 20, 2012
As companies expand their capabilities, Mexico’s advantages—and proximity to its biggest export market — will become evident and its manufacturing base will expand even further. The industry sectors seeing the largest increases will be automotive, aerospace, and medical devices.
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Preparing for Supply Chain Disruptions

February 15, 2012
According to World Bank, two of the four most costly natural disasters in history occurred in 2011: the earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in March and the massive floods that inundated Thailand from July to December. What can companies to do prevent supply chain disruptions from events such as these?
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ATA Truck Tonnage Index Posts Largest Annual Gain in 13 Years

January 25, 2012
The American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index jumped 6.8% in December after rising 0.3% in November 2011.
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China's Manufacturing Slowdown Has Begun to Stabilize

January 03, 2012
China's Purchasing Managers' Index rose to 50.3 in December, leading some organizations to believe the nation's manufacturing slowdown is steadily improving.
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Indian Manufacturers Strive to Reshape the Nation's Current Supply Chain

November 23, 2011
Many Indian manufacturers are currently utilizing a new generation of sales and operations planning (S&OP) solutions to not only reduce their costs, but also develop new methods to acquire future profit.
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Panjiva Releases Analysis of Global Trade Data

November 17, 2011
Panjiva, an intelligence platform for global trade professionals, has released its analysis of global trade data for the month of October.
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China's Manufacturing Index Falls to Three-Year Low

November 07, 2011
In October, China's Purchasing Managers' Index fell to 50.4 - its lowest level since February 2009.
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EVENTS

Tech ManufactureXPO

05/02/12
Online
Contact: Sarah Gorajek
Register now for the 2nd Annual FREE virtual expo covering trends in manufacturing from design to delivery. Read More

MODEX 2012

02/06/12
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta, GA
US
Contact: Carol Miller
MODEX 2012 is the industry's newest expo for the manufacturing, distribution and supply chain industries. MODEX 2012 will feature the best solutions and innovations the industry has to offer. Read More

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Extreme Logistics

Extreme Logistics profiles the various ways that specialized cargo is transported around the world under demanding time, temperature, and handling requirements.

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The Growth of Canadian e-Commerce and Logistics to Canada

The growth of Canadian e-commerce and logistics to Canada is on the rise with online Canadian purchases from U.S. retailers expected to jump to $31 billion (CAD) by 2015. U.S. retailers with an e-commerce platform need to identify a solid Canadian supply chain now to maximize revenue later. Learn from the Canadian logistics experts how your business can be successful at transporting your goods across the border into Canada.

Presented by: Purolater

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Fabulous 50 + One

Poll Some common themes emerged in the World Trade 100’s “Fabulous 50 + One,” appearing in print this June. Which do you rank as most significant?
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World-Class Warehousing and Material Handling, 1st Edition

Filled with proven operational solutions, it will guide managers as they develop a warehouse master plan, one designed to minimize the effects of supply chain inefficiencies as it improves logistics accuracy and inventory management - and reduces overall warehousing expense.

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Clear Seas Research

Clear Seas ResearchWith access to over one million professionals and more than 60 industry-specific publications,Clear Seas Research offers relevant insights from those who know your industry best. Let us customize a market research solution that exceeds your marketing goals.

Smoother Moves Calculator

Pacer Smoother Moves CalculatorPacer has designed a unique and easy-to-use tool to help you determine the potential dollar savings and carbon emission reductions generated by using Pacer intermodal services versus trucking.

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