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Brexit: Uncertainty remains but supply chain preparations are a priority

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Brexit is back in the headlines, but to those responsible for preparing supply chains in the region there is more frustration than ever. On the one hand, the UK has confirmed it will not be extending the Brexit transition period beyond 31 December.

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COBOTS VS. COVID-19

Universal Robots

Cobots are emerging as a tremendous force for good in the global battle against COVID-19. In this, the first of an ongoing series highlighting some of the ways in which UR cobots have contributed to the global response to the pandemic, we take a look at disinfection and test kit solutions along with some less easily.

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Plastic vs Metal: Which is Best for Your Project?

Ionthis

Plastic vs Metal: Which is Best for Your Project? Ionthis Inc. Home. Plastic vs Metal: Which is Best for Your Project? In the world of manufactured parts, when comparing plastic vs. metal, it seems that there are new advances made by plastic and metal companies to make their materials superior every year. But if you need parts made now, you may not be interested in the battle of plastic vs. metal, just in which one is best for you and your project.

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Rethinking Smart Manufacturing for the New Normal by Brian Buntz

Martin Davis

Smart manufacturing has surged in relevance. But making the concept a reality requires cultural consensus. Brian Buntz recently discussed this with me and his take was recently published in IoT World Today. Key Takeaways from This Article: As the global economy stalls, manufacturers have an opportunity to plot a future course. Smart manufacturing programs have … Continue reading Rethinking Smart Manufacturing for the New Normal by Brian Buntz.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Gartner announces winners of the 2020 Supply Chainnovator Awards

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Gartner, Inc. has announced the winners of the 2020 Supply Chainnovator Awards. The awards recognise unconventional, innovative and high-impact supply chain initiatives that transform the supply chain in the life sciences, healthcare providers, high-tech, consumer products, industrial and retail sectors.

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Taking back control of customs clearances

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

While the topic of Brexit has taken somewhat of a backseat over recent months with the impact of Covid-19, we remain in the period of transition as the formal trade deal is yet to be agreed upon.

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Freight forwarders pin hopes on a trade deal despite governme

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Commenting on confirmation by the UK government of new border controls and procedures from the end of the Transition Period, the trade association for UK freight forwarders questioned whether the phased transition will succeed in giving the companies that manage cross-border trade between the UK and EU enough time to make the necessary preparations to facilitate the revised arrangements.

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Probrand urges IT buyers to start planning purchases as stock lines recover

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Technology services provider Probrand is urging IT buyers to review and plan purchases to get ahead of the rush as the IT supply chain recovers and certain technology categories regain stock.