Japan, India and Australia Seek Supply-Chain Pact
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 23, 2020
Japan, India and Australia are seeking to build stronger supply chains to counter China’s dominance as trade and geopolitical tensions escalate across the region.
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Introducing :o9 Solutions’ SCM software for the first time in Japan
o9 Solutions
OCTOBER 30, 2020
Strengthening Digital SCM Services for Retail and Distribution Industries in Japan. Marubeni Corporation (hereinafter, “Marubeni”), :o9 Solutions Japan K.K. The post Introducing :o9 Solutions’ SCM software for the first time in Japan appeared first on o9 Solutions. About Nomura Research Institute, Ltd.
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Japan, Australia and India to Launch Supply-Chain Initiative
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
The trade ministers of Japan, India and Australia agreed Tuesday to work toward achieving supply chain resilience in the Indo-Pacific region, following reports that the three nations are looking to work together to counter China’s dominance on trade.
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TSMC Mulls German, Japan Chip Plants to Diversify Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 26, 2021
In both cases for potential international expansion, the world’s biggest chipmaker will look to share the cost, whether with customers or government authorities eager to bring its business within their borders.
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Japan's Kishida Unveils Policy Proposal Before Potential Polls
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 7, 2023
Some of the issues covered in the proposed policy plan include supply chain resiliency, sustainability initiatives, labor market reforms and improved childcare support.
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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 02/10/2023-02/16/2023
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Germany looks to partner with Japan to Secure Raw Materials The German government wants to increase cooperation with Japan to help secure supplies of raw materials. The goal is to…
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Japan Launching First Ammonia-Fueled Ammonia Gas Carrier in 2026
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 28, 2024
million-gallon ammonia fuel ammonia carrier, which is being built at the Japan Marine United Corporation (JMU) Ariake Shipyard, is scheduled to be delivered in November 2026.
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Happening Now: The Supply Chain Agreement goes into effect this month
West Coast and California Logistics
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Australia, and Japan, aims to enhance coordination in building resilient, efficient, and inclusive supply chains, addressing challenges like those seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. The agreement, involving 14 partners including the U.S.,
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2019 Kinaxis Supply Chain Innovation Forum drives strong interest in Japan
Kinaxis
SEPTEMBER 13, 2019
by Kaori Enami With more than 200 applications for just 100 available seats, it would be an understatement to say that interest was strong in the 2019 Kinaxis Supply Chain Innovation Forum, held recently in Tokyo, Japan. to present the forum’s keynote.
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Supply Chain Lessons From Japan
Supply Chain Network
APRIL 7, 2011
A look at the impact of the Kobe earthquake in 1995 on Japan’s GDP in that year and the year following are a testament to the nation’s ability to bounce back from disaster. Still, devastation of the magnitude seen in Japan this month may take longer to clean up. ” Full article on Forbes CIO Network.
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Best Logistics and Supply Chain Conferences to Attend in 2024
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 3, 2024
Industry Association Events (in chronological order) Event Name Date Location NRF ‘24 (Supply Chain 360) January 14 – 16 New York, NY Logistics & Automation January 24 – 25 Bern, Switzerland SMART LOGISTICS Expo January 24 – 26 Tokyo, Japan Manifest February 5 – 7 Las Vegas, NV ARC Industry Leadership Forum February 5 – 8 Orlando, FL RILA (..)
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Japan Unveils $6bn Deal to Buy Out Chip Linchpin JSR
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 26, 2023
Government-backed Japan Investment Corp. plans to offer shareholders ¥4,350 ($30.40) a share in a tender offer around December 2023, the company said in a June 26 statement.
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Doing Business in Japan
QAD
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Japan has been an economic power throughout much of its history, despite a major economic downturn starting in the 1990s. Japan is currently the third largest economy in the world. In addition to its economic might, Japan has long been a model for manufacturers throughout the world. Manufacturing in Japan. of Japan’s GDP.
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Japan and Saudi Arabia Expected to Agree on Rare-Earth Investment Deal
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 17, 2023
A deal is expected between Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security and Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.
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Toyota Encounters Systems Related Production Shutdown
Supply Chain Matters
AUGUST 29, 2023
Global auto producer Toyota encountered a “ systems related ” shutdown of auto production operations across Japan according to multiple news reports. A company statement indicates that the automaker was scheduled to resume production operations by the start of the second work shift today among its 14 Japan based production plants.
Decision-Centric Planning: Tackling Real-World Supply Chain Challenges
ToolsGroup
MAY 15, 2024
By proactively assessing potential risks and developing contingency plans, organizations can minimize the impact of disruptions and protect their bottom line, similar to how Toyota quickly diversified its supplier base and enhanced inventory management systems after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
Aging and Its Impact on Economies and Supply Chains
Enterra Insights
JULY 27, 2023
is not quite at that stage; however, Japan has millions of empty homes they would love for someone to buy.[4] 4] Tim Hornyak, “ Japan Has Millions of Empty Houses. At the same time, with fewer people in the workforce our tax collections decline. Houses go empty. Schools close. ” The U.S. is headed down that path.
Sustainable Logistics Operations: Leveraging Advanced Automation Technologies
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
JANUARY 18, 2023
5G in Sustainable Logistics Operation Date / Time 02 March 2023 2:00pm – 5:00pm Venue Singapore About OMRON Headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, OMRON Corporation is a multi-billion-dollar, diversified company with business units producing industrial automation products, device & module solutions, healthcare and social system solutions.
Chinese Factories Boom While Japan's are in Reverse
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Japan faces a global slowdown, the soaring cost of raw materials and calls for firms to raise wages for their workers to help ease a cost-of-living crisis.
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How 2011 Prepared Us for Today
ivalua
MAY 7, 2020
On Friday March 11, 2011, at about 2:45PM local time, the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan struck. At the time of the disaster, Japan was (and still is) the 3 rd largest economy in the world. But the connections between that event and the current Covid-19 crisis are more prominent than most realize. .
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Chinese Seafood Imports from Japan Fell After Release of Fukushima Water
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Japan said that China was the world’s biggest importer of Japanese seafood in 2022 after the country acquired $571 million of seafood.
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Supply chain shockwaves from the Taiwan earthquake
Resilinc
APRIL 8, 2024
Following the earthquake, tsunami warnings were sent out in Taiwan, Japan, and The Philippines, but have since been lifted. magnitude struck off the East Coast of Japan. As of today, 13 are dead, more than a thousand are being treated for injuries, and six are still missing, according to CNN. On April 4, a 6.0
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China Urges Japan to Refrain From Joining U.S. Chip Curbs
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 5, 2023
Ties between Beijing and Tokyo have frayed in recent years as Japan joined U.S.-led led moves to counter China’s regional influence through institutions such as the Quad group, which includes Australia and India.
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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 10/12/2021-16/12/2021
All Things Supply Chain
DECEMBER 17, 2021
has said that it would extend stoppages at some of its factories in Japan due to a shortage… Toyota face further production stoppages due to shortages Automaker Toyota Motor Corp.
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U.K. Announces Japan Chips Partnership as Fears Grow Over Taiwan
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 18, 2023
and Japan. British premier Rishi Sunak said a “Hiroshima Accord” would deepen economic, security and tech cooperation between the U.K.
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Supply Chain Impacts from Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 2, 2022
Although there is no evidence that the cyber attack was related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, it did occur just after Japan announced that it would block some Russian banks from accessing the SWIFT international payment system.
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Synopsis: GeTS Webinar 9th Sept 2021
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The highlights showed “How can a Digital Cross-Border Platform increase market access for e-Commerce players in Japan & Asia Pacific Region” – we saw how e-commerce has flourished in the ASEAN region – a show case of how Japanese businesses could use this momentum to grow their regional and even global trading activity.
A Pause to the Rush of Life – Part 2
BlueYonder
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Some of the cultural approaches I came across are described below: Wabi-Sabi (Japan): Wabi-sabi is a Japanese aesthetic that embraces the beauty of imperfection and transience. This philosophy encourages finding beauty in simplicity and appreciating the present moment, which can contribute to a more relaxed mindset.
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Supply Chain by the Numbers for Jan. 26, 2023
Supply Chain Digest
JANUARY 25, 2023
Demographic Woes in Japan. Layoffs Said to Hit Amazon Drone Unit Hard. eCar Growth could be Bad for Environment. The End of the 2M Ocean Carrier Alliance
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
trade war, and the trade conflict between Japan-Korea all impact today’s shipping market. Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Geopolitical uncertainties such as Brexit, the China-U.S. A lot of C.H.
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DENSO: A Visionary Approach to Supply Chain Sustainability
Logility
AUGUST 4, 2023
This information serves multiple entities and is being shared with DENSO’s management team and headquarters in Japan. “We Planners also have better visibility to make critical decisions faster, such as expanding a warehouse or moving stock elsewhere to free up the operation. We can now decide when to act to mitigate risk in the future.
Kinexions, a tale of growth and potential
Kinaxis
DECEMBER 9, 2014
by Trevor Miles I’m on my way back from Tokyo where I attended our user conference, Kinexions Tokyo , in Japan, just 5 weeks after our Kinexions North America user conference in San Diego. In wrapping up, let me give a quick shout-out to Watanabe-san of Abeam Consulting who presented the keynote in Japan. We need the change.
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China’s Export Restrictions on Germanium and Gallium
Resilinc
AUGUST 15, 2023
In 2010, China restricted exports of rare earth elements to Japan following a territorial dispute, sending prices soaring and Japan scrambling to find alternative sources. This is not the first time China has threatened the supply chain in retaliation. Which Industries Will Be Impacted?
This Week in Logistics News (August 6 – 12)
Logistics Viewpoints
AUGUST 12, 2022
Japan farm exports in 2022 1st half hit record high as more dine out. The value of Japan’s agricultural and seafood exports in the first six months of 2022 expanded 13.1 And now on to this week’s logistics news. UPS continues investments in lucrative healthcare arm. FedEx sets earlier start date for peak delivery surcharges.
Improve Manufacturing Performance with Total Productive Maintenance
Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy
AUGUST 23, 2018
But no; I saw the light and now I’m a firm believer in this technique that originated in Japan. Surely, this would soon be replaced by the next set of buzz-word initials dreamed up by sharp-suited consultants.
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YE Digital, Fujitsu Offering Distribution Center Services in Japan
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 31, 2024
Under the deal, Fujitsu will provide Japanese businesses with its warehouse management system (WMS) services while YE Digital will offer its MMLogiStation warehouse automation tool to Japanese logistics companies.
Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 09/11/2020 – 09/17/2020
All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
UK strikes post-Brexit trade agreement with Japan The United Kingdom has announced a $19.5 billion deal with Japan which will take effect on January 1st, 2021. The deal aims to…
How Japanese E-commerce Brands Can Overcome the Challenges in Last-Mile Deliveries
Locus
APRIL 7, 2022
It’s one thing delivering parcels on time in any country; it’s quite another delivering parcels on time in Japan. That’s because Japan’s standards for home delivery services are very high. What makes last-mile deliveries in Japan different (and difficult). Japan’s population is the world’s oldest population and is aging fast.
Tokyo Olympics Show Years of Tech Decline as Japan Fights for Chips
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 20, 2021
As Tokyo prepares to host the Games this week, Japan is in a technological funk.
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Ease the Burden of Labor Shortages and Increase Supply Chain Resiliency
Logility
JUNE 30, 2022
The labor supply is shrinking in Germany, Poland, Russia, and Japan, and contraction is expected to quicken. The trucking industry was down 80,000 drivers in 2021, and that shortage is anticipated to balloon to 160,000 by 2030. It’s a global problem. China, which had a worker surplus of 55.2 million to 75.3 million by 2030.
Supply Chain Matters News Capsule September 8 2023- Boeing and Toyota
Supply Chain Matters
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
We further update readers on last week’s multiple day shutdown of Toyota auto production across Japan due to a systems issue. This particular update includes added developments related to a newly discovered production glitch involving Boeing ’s 737 MAX output.
Your supply chain is costing you money – Reason #5 Not having a supply chain risk management process
Kinaxis
OCTOBER 1, 2014
We saw this type of issue over the past several years with the Japan earthquake / Tsunami in and with the Thailand floods. Inventory management Sales and operations planning (S&OP) Supply chain management Supply chain risk management Computer security IBM Japan Manufacturing Risk management Sales and operations planning Supply chain'
Silicon Valley in a Box with Mike Zayonc
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 5, 2023
About Mike Zayonc Mike Zayonc is a Partner at Plug and Play where he founded the firm’s $25.5M
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