Manufacturing: Page 3

Manufacturing sector news can be a leading indicator for supply chain managers looking for information about supplier capacity, production challenges, inventory tactics, and other operations trends. Are you a manufacturing executive looking for further coverage of the sector? See our sister publication manufacturingdive.com.

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    Circularity could reduce dependence on China for rare earths: study

    Reuse and recycling could help the U.S. meet up to 40% of its demand for materials critical to the energy transition, according to a new scientific paper.

    By • Jan. 12, 2024
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    Auto suppliers sitting on surplus semiconductors, chip company says

    Mobileye said its customers amassed millions of excess units to hedge against shortages and are now working through the inventory.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

    Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, prolonged supply shortages and dangerous geopolitical tensions across global supply chain networks.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    A look back at Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems’ turbulent year

    From quality issues to missed delivery goals, these aircraft manufacturers navigated stormy skies in 2023.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Supply chain trends 2024: rising operations costs

    Labor, materials, cybersecurity and insurance spending will likely continue to increase this year.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    CHIPS and Science Act not enough to strengthen the semiconductor industry: CSCMP report

    The industry group's recent report stressed the need for more investment to fortify the country's chip supply.

    By • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Inside the geographic transformation of supply chains

    Lead times, cost pressures and geopolitical risks are just a few reasons why companies are making operational changes.

    By • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Manufacturing ended the year in a lull, but optimism up for 2024: PMI

    The industry could enter growth mode as early as March, economists say. 

    By • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Siemens Healthineers sues supplier in spat over $40M defense deal

    The medtech company alleges that Western Shelter Systems quit crucial integration work for battle-ready CT scanners, hurting Siemens’ ability to supply the military.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    How to avoid the next sriracha shortage

    Smaller producers are snatching up market space left by supply constraints of Huy Fong Food’s popular spicy condiment. 

    By Erin X. Wong • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Opinion

    The overlooked security risks of onshoring chip production

    Here are four ways manufacturers can mitigate cybersecurity risks.

    By Vishal Gauri • Dec. 19, 2023
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    Mexico’s nearshoring wave is years in the making

    Decades of investments in logistics infrastructure, trade deals and becoming a manufacturing hub are paying off as shippers look to nearshore production.

    By , • Dec. 18, 2023
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    How the US is tackling persistent drug shortages

    The $35 million for sterile injectable medicines is a good start, but more reform for drug supply and pricing is needed, experts say.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 14, 2023
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    Lockheed Martin sues supplier over ‘massive’ price hike

    Howmet Aerospace, which sells the titanium materials used for the aerospace company’s F-35 jet, disputed the allegations and called the lawsuit meritless.

    By • Dec. 14, 2023
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    As manufacturers turn away from China, Vietnam lures investment

    The country is home to a growing number of factories thanks to its increased use of free trade agreements, tax incentives and competitive labor costs.

    By • Dec. 14, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting

    Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    Opinion

    Protecting the pharma and healthcare supply chain during turbulent times

    Here are five things your company should consider when evaluating its production process or new technologies.

    By Kayt Leonard • Dec. 13, 2023
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    DOL shifts to a per-violation penalty for certain child labor infractions

    The change from the previous per-child basis is another enforcement shift in a year where federal regulators cracked down on child labor law violators.

    By Ryan Golden • Dec. 11, 2023
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    ‘We need everyone on this journey’: How PepsiCo is reducing water use in its supply chain

    The beverage giant is focused on efficiency in its operations and working with communities, Pepsi’s senior director overseeing water strategy told Supply Chain Dive.

    By • Dec. 7, 2023
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    New IRA guidance limits battery components made in China

    The proposed guidelines clarify how the law’s “foreign entity of concern” requirements will impact automakers’ ability to qualify for EV tax credits.

    By • Dec. 1, 2023
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    Manufacturing down again in November amid low orders: PMI

    The industry isn't expected to see major gains in demand or employment through the end of the year. 

    By • Dec. 1, 2023
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    Spirit AeroSystems COO is out

    Sam Marnick is the second executive to leave the Boeing supplier in the past two months, following the departure of former CEO Thomas Gentile.

    By Sara Samora • Nov. 29, 2023
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    How the US is leveraging its spending power to strengthen supply chains

    Creating demand signals and convening key industry players are critical tools in the government's procurement playbook, a White House adviser told Supply Chain Dive.

    By • Nov. 28, 2023
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    White House creates cabinet-level supply chain council

    After years of focusing on supply chains’ role in the economy, President Joe Biden is expanding high-level meetings on the topic.

    By • Nov. 27, 2023
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    BMW supplier plans $500M South Carolina facility expansion

    ZF Group's investment will upgrade the transmission plant's equipment to keep pace with the automakers' EV plans.

    By Sara Samora • Nov. 27, 2023
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    Toyota, Redwood Materials expand deal to source recycled battery materials

    The automaker is looking to create a circular supply chain that can make use of aging Prius models to help feed its growing electric vehicle production.

    By • Nov. 21, 2023