Posts Tagged ‘Manufacturing and Distribution’
Case Study: Process Improvement – Lack of Standardized Processes Delayed Time-to-Market
Distributor Achieved Best in Class Time-to-Market with Process Improvement A middle market distributor specialized in acquiring school supplies and creating a variety of bundles and kits through programs such as the Parent Teacher Association (PTA). The schools then purchase and resell the bundles/kits directly to parents. While past efforts to develop best practices had missed…
Read MoreCase Study: Strategic Procurement – Breaking Down Siloed Purchasing
Newly Merged Manufacturers Save Millions by Harmonizing Supply Chains and Adopting Strategic Procurement Best Practices A contract manufacturer specializing in nutraceutical companies that sell protein powders and dietary supplements was acquired by a private equity firm looking to merge them with a larger, more mature manufacturer. During the acquisition, we were brought in to assist…
Read MorePresident Trump’s 2025 Executive Orders: How They Impact Your Business
At a glance Connect with Aprio to discuss how these actions could impact your business. Overview of President Trump’s 2025 executive orders Since President Donald Trump began his second term on January 20, 2025, he has issued an array of executive actions that could have significant implications for various sectors. In addition to rescinding 78…
Read MoreCase Study: Operational Transformation – Uncover Key Drivers to Enhance Your Operations
Manufacturer Achieved Sustainable Operations and Supply Chain Improvements and Cost Savings The founders of a protein bar and snack manufacturing company started out as a small garage-based operation and soon became one of the first in the sector to not only hit the market but explode onto it. With a heavy prioritization of top line…
Read MoreTariffs Under the Incoming Administration: Projected Changes in Trade Policy
At a glance: The full story President-elect Trump has signaled his intention to pursue an array of trade policies that could lead to higher import duties and potentially introduce new tariffs on specific nations and industries. Key measures likely to be under consideration include: While these policies are not yet finalized and may evolve as…
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