Posts Tagged ‘Manufacturing & Distribution’
Thriving Against the Odds: Mastering Resilience in Manufacturing
The manufacturing and distribution industry is at the core of our global economy, continuously driving innovation. And yet, the industry is once again facing unprecedented challenges. In an ever-evolving global market, macroeconomic pressures, supply chain challenges, and cybersecurity risks coupled with a volatile geopolitical climate will require strategic actions from companies seeking to enhance their…
Read More6 Manufacturing & Distribution Insights from Q1 2025 and What They Mean for You
The U.S. manufacturing sector is at an inflection point, marked by improving new orders, better-aligned inventories, and rising rail traffic—a clear indicator of reshoring momentum. While input prices for most industrial metals continue to decline, natural gas prices remain an outlier, reflecting uneven cost trends. Transportation metrics reveal a dynamic landscape: container rates are rising…
Read More6 Manufacturing & Distribution Insights from Q4 2024 and What They Mean for You
While the U.S. manufacturing & distribution sectors remain challenged, there are signs of bottoming out. The U.S. manufacturing sector continues to contract, with the PMI declining to 46.5, its lowest reading this year. While the U.S. manufacturing sector remains under pressure, New Orders and Employment declined at slower rates than prior months. Meanwhile, a rebalancing…
Read MoreManufacturing Talks: The Latest Update on the State of Manufacturing from Simeon and Adam
Simeon Wallis and Adam Beckerman were guests on Manufacturing Talks again this quarter to highlight key insights from our Q3 newsletter.
Read MoreBeyond our Bearings: Leaning into automation to drive productivity
The adoption of Industry 4.0 technology in manufacturing and distribution (M&D) remains a heated debate for many. Referring to the digital transformation of the M&D space, Industry 4.0 technology represents a significant shift in the fusion between physical and digital systems and how they can revolutionize the way companies manufacture, improve and distribute their products.…
Read MoreCase Study: Strategic “Go-To” Advisor for Foreign Direct Investments – Global Manufacturer
About the Client: The Client is a manufacturing company based in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The company’s headquarters (HQ) are multinational; its conglomerate group has consolidated annual revenue of over $11.6 billion worldwide. The Client manufactures packaging materials, aluminum-related products, automotive materials, construction materials, and other various consumer and industrial products. The Challenge: The Client…
Read MoreReshoring Renaissance in Manufacturing: 5 Key Considerations
At a glance Schedule a consultation with Aprio. The full story: The manufacturing sector is no stranger to overcoming tough economic times. It has faced numerous challenges, including a global pandemic, rising inflation, and global trade and geopolitical issues impacting supply chains, such as shipping through the Red Sea and the tanker-driven collapse of the…
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