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Image via Flickr by Yutaka Tsutano According to Reuters, “Suppliers to Apple Inc (AAPL.O) are scrambling to get enough screens ready for the new iPhone 6 smartphone as the need to redesign a key component disrupted panel production ahead of next month’s expected launch, supply chain sources said.”Oops! You don’t have permission to view this…
Image via Flickr teakwood Reebok has been manufacturing shoes since 1958. The company has always focused on innovation, and it’s now changing the way that it designs and manufactures shoes. The new manufacturing process could mean Reeboks that boast better performance and lower costs. Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page! Make sure you’re…
Image via Flickr timothymwilliams Chicago O’Hare International Airport is expanding its cargo capacity with a new state-of-the-art cargo center. This will strengthen the airport’s ability to handle large volumes of freight and will also provide economic growth for the city of Chicago. Take a look at why the project is happening and learn how Chicago…
Image via Flickr JeepersMedia In 2011, automakers in Japan faced months of production setbacks due to a massive earthquake. When it happened again in April 2016, Toyota was better prepared and is already bouncing back. The company is still losing money because of the quake, but losses aren’t as bad as they were in 2011….
Image via Flickr by Rubber Dragon Undoubtedly, e-commerce has changed consumer marketing, retail stores, pricing structures, and the general shopping landscape. Almost six percent of all retail commerce is now done online. However, it is also forcing logistics executives to rethink how they operate warehouse facilities, truck routes, and even loading docks. Look at how…
Image via Flickr by US Department of Labor Unionized labor and manufacturing seem to go production line and hand, and like all historic pairs, the two haven’t always worked well together. As a result of the U.S. Recession unions have taken a huge hit. To understand the pros and cons of unionized labor for both…