5 Ways to Avoid Risk When Moving on to a New ERP
Ask any manufacturer what the most likely short term plan is for their aging ERP solution. The most likely answer is not an upgrade or a purchase from a major software...
Manufacturers Need to Leave Periodic Transformation to the Cicadas
Cicadas are large, relatively benign insects native to the US. Some cicadas only emerge periodically over extended periods of time. This year two distinct broods of cicadas, the 17-year and 13-year...
EV Slowdown: A Temporary Slowdown or an Impending Surge?
While headlines suggest that the electric vehicle (EV) boom might be waning, a closer look at the data reveals a different story. Despite a sluggish start to 2024, with flat sales...
Top 5 Warning Signs Your Business Needs a New ERP System
Deciding to purchase a new ERP system for your business is a major decision that, despite the short-term risks, can yield substantial long-term rewards. What are the most significant business challenges...
Holes and Drills and the Duality of AI for Manufacturers
There is a longstanding marketing philosophy reflected in Harvard professor Theodore Levitt's quote, "Sell the hole, not the drill." The premise is that as a consumer, the outcome, the hole, is...
Volta Trucks’ Electrifying Comeback to EV Business
My co-host, Jan Griffiths, and I were excited to have Shiv Tailor, the VP of Enterprise Technology for Volta Trucks, join us on our podcast to hear about Volta 2.0. Volta...
Automotive Sustainability and Profit: Key Podcast Takeaways
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the automotive industry, the integration of sustainability and profitability has emerged as a critical focus area. The Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast recently delved into...
EPA and White House Set Revised CO2 Targets for Automakers
Complex dynamics shape the global automotive industry's transition towards battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Today, Western automakers face strategic considerations and challenges amid evolving regulatory landscapes, geopolitical tensions, and competitive pressures, particularly...
Empowering Adaptive Enterprises at Lumenia ERP HeadtoHead
In the dynamic world of manufacturing, the quest for operational excellence is unending. Enterprises are constantly seeking ways to enhance adaptability, efficiency and resilience in their operations. The upcoming 9th UK...
The Evolution of the Food & Beverage Value Chain: Driven By Consumers
Updated: February 15, 2024
Published: March 25, 2021
If I think back to my childhood days and recall the shopping experience for food & beverage products, my first thoughts are about local grocery...