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Top 5 Supply Chain Challenges in the Automotive Industry

The automotive supply chain is one of the most complexes in the world. This industry relies heavily on third-party companies to work together to deliver thousands of parts that are needed to complete manufacturing processes to deliver high-quality products. Automotive supply chain companies are constantly implementing new technology, allowing them access to thousands of inventories […]

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kitting

Understanding Material Kitting for Manufacturers and Distributors

Manufacturers may enjoy the concept of adding packaging and kitting services, but they must first determine which kind of kitting operations best suit their company’s needs. Pre-kitting, product kitting, just-in-time kitting, and material kitting are the four types of kitting that a manufacturer can use. Among these four, material kitting is the most common kitting approach used

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What is Supply Chain Management and Why is it important

What is Supply Chain Management and Why is it Important?

Supply Chain Management (SCM) is a critical aspect of any small or large business. SCM is the active management of supply chain activities to maximize customer value and generate a sustainable competitive advantage. SCM also includes the movement and storage of raw materials, as well as inventory management and the tracking of finished goods from

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assembly and subassembly

What’s the Difference Between Assembly, Subassembly, and Part Drawing?

Assembly, subassembly, and part drawings are three familiar methods within the manufacturing industry. Though these methods are different from one another, together they can create one final product or several smaller products. Assembly and subassembly involve putting pieces together to form functional products, while part drawing is a critical aspect of assembly and subassembly processes,

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Love your supply chain

Q&A | Helping OEMs Love Their Supply Chain

We sat down with David Schultz, NewStream’s business development manager, recently to discuss the process for onboarding new customers, their concerns, NewStream’s value adds, and how we help original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) love their supply chain. Q:  What is your favorite part about working at NewStream? A:  For starters, I love our culture, our people, and the teamwork approach to everything

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warehouse and distribution

What is the Difference Between a Warehouse and a Distribution Center?

While warehouses and distribution centers may appear similar from the outside, and the terms are frequently used interchangeably when discussing logistics and supply chain management, they operate very differently on the inside. Each is intended to handle distinct objectives, tasks, and responsibilities. It is critical to understand the differences between warehouses and distribution centers to select the

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JIT Delivery

How Does Just-In-Time Delivery Work for E-commerce?

E-commerce, also known as online retail, has changed the way consumers shop. Despite accounting for just over 13% of global retail sales, e-commerce generated an estimate of $215 billion in the United States. Retail has seen substantial changes because of technological advancements, which have had an impact on e-commerce. As businesses have attempted to accommodate unpredictable fluctuations in

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