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Global Warehouse Management Systems Market Report 2022: Development of Digital Technology in Global Logistics Bolsters 15% Annual Growth

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Advanced WMS includes and fully integrates the main functions like slotting, labor management, transportation management, and yard management.

Key Points: 
  • Advanced WMS includes and fully integrates the main functions like slotting, labor management, transportation management, and yard management.
  • Organizations might obtain accurate and comprehensive information about warehouse management, transportation, and distribution, and utilize that knowledge to make better decisions by integrating warehouse management systems with transportation management systems.
  • The warehouse management system market is expanding due to rising e-commerce and customer online purchasing behaviors.
  • Though the market is highly competitive with ~ 500 participants, few global players control the dominant share and regional players also hold a significant share.

Global Logistics Automation Market 2023 to 2028: Increasing Adoption of Industry 4.0 and the Rise in E-Commerce Drives Growth

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Monday, May 29, 2023

The growth of the industry is being driven by the increasing emphasis that firms are placing on reducing logistical costs in order to increase revenues.

Key Points: 
  • The growth of the industry is being driven by the increasing emphasis that firms are placing on reducing logistical costs in order to increase revenues.
  • The market for logistics automation solutions is further expanding as a result of numerous endeavors by businesses to streamline their logistics division.
  • The logistics automation market is driven by the increasing adoption of Industry 4.0 and the rise in E-commerce.
  • The increasing use of Industry 4.0 is one of the key factors fueling the growth of the global logistics automation market.

Connecticut's Chief Manufacturing Officer Visits Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corporation

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

DANBURY, Conn., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On May 15, Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corporation hosted Paul Lavoie, Connecticut's Chief Manufacturing Officer, and Alexandra Daum, the state's Commissioner for the Department of Economic and Community Development. The two dignitaries toured the facility to learn more about the company's innovative initiatives in green energy and alternative fuels, as well as their successful internship program.

Key Points: 
  • Connecticut's Chief Manufacturing Officer Paul Lavoie and Commissioner for the Department of Economic and Community Development Alexandra Daum reviewed Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corporation's progress in sustainable energy and workforce development.
  • DANBURY, Conn., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On May 15, Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corporation hosted Paul Lavoie, Connecticut's Chief Manufacturing Officer, and Alexandra Daum, the state's Commissioner for the Department of Economic and Community Development.
  • "I'm happy to be able to share what we do with these guests from the state," said David Bohn, President and CEO of Preferred Utilities Manufacturing.
  • It is great to see the commitment to sustainable energy and the depth and breadth of innovation happening at Preferred Utilities.

EverGlade Consulting: CHIPS for America Launches First Funding Opportunity (Commercial Fabrication Facilities)

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

The first funding opportunity is seeking applications for projects to construct, expand or modernize commercial facilities to produce leading-edge, current-generation, and mature-node semiconductors.

Key Points: 
  • The first funding opportunity is seeking applications for projects to construct, expand or modernize commercial facilities to produce leading-edge, current-generation, and mature-node semiconductors.
  • "The CHIPS Act is poised to make the United States the center of chip technology," stated EverGlade Consulting Founder, Eric Jia-Sobota.
  • If your company has considered applying for CHIPS funding, EverGlade Consulting is the right partner to help make that a reality.
  • EverGlade has a full suite of experienced consulting professionals prepared to support your CHIPS Funding Application to the Department of Commerce.

Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, Baby Products Fair and Stationery & School Supplies Fair open next Monday

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

HONG KONG, Jan 5, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The 49th HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, the 14th HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and 21st Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 9 to 12 January 2023.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Jan 5, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The 49th HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, the 14th HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and 21st Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 9 to 12 January 2023.
  • The Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair and Hong Kong Baby Products Fair will offer a number of themed zones for easy sourcing.
  • The Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair will run under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, which comprises four key exhibition elements, including HKTDC-organised physical fairs, HKTDC's smart business-matching platform Click2Match, online-to-offline seminars under the Intelligence Hub and the hktdc.com Sourcing platform.
  • - HKTDC Hong Kong Toys and Games Fair: http://hktoyfair.hktdc.com/
    - HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair: http://hkbabyfair.hktdc.com/
    - Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair: http://hkstationeryfair.com/

CMTC Helps Agricultural Equipment Manufacturer Update Their Website to Improve Visual Appeal & User Experience

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Friday, December 16, 2022

Gro-Kings clientele typically consists of scientific organic farmers, with a high percentage of business being those that study the soil-food model.

Key Points: 
  • Gro-Kings clientele typically consists of scientific organic farmers, with a high percentage of business being those that study the soil-food model.
  • Gro-King determined that in order to remain competitive and continue to increase sales, they needed to improve the customer experience on their website and make the site more aesthetically pleasing.
  • CMTC consultants updated Gro-Kings website content to make it easier for customers to identify their needs.
  • After working with CMTC, Gro-King anticipates a cost savings of $5,000 and a $20,000 sales increase due to the updates and modifications made to their website.

US Vice President, French President Visit NASA Headquarters

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA Administrator Bill Nelson welcomed Vice President Kamala Harris and French President Emmanuel Macron to NASA Headquarters in Washington Wednesday, where they participated in a working meeting and briefing by U.S. and French experts on U.S.-France cooperation in exploration, Earth, and space science.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA Administrator Bill Nelson welcomed Vice President Kamala Harris and French President Emmanuel Macron to NASA Headquarters in Washington Wednesday, where they participated in a working meeting and briefing by U.S. and French experts on U.S.-France cooperation in exploration, Earth, and space science.
  • U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator Rick Spinrad also were in attendance.
  • It was an honor to host Vice President Harris and President Macron at NASA Headquarters, where they heard from some of the brightest minds from our two nations," said Nelson.
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Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo to Receive 2022 Heronemus Award for Outstanding Achievement in Offshore Wind

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Baltimore, Nov. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Business Network for Offshore Wind, the leading non-profit working to develop offshore wind and build a dedicated supply chain in the United States, will present U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo with the Heronemus Award for Outstanding Achievement in Offshore Wind at its annual Ventus Gala this Thursday, November 17, in recognition of her outstanding leadership and yearslong commitment to expand offshore wind.

Key Points: 
  • Baltimore, Nov. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Business Network for Offshore Wind, the leading non-profit working to develop offshore wind and build a dedicated supply chain in the United States, will present U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo with the Heronemus Award for Outstanding Achievement in Offshore Wind at its annual Ventus Gala this Thursday, November 17, in recognition of her outstanding leadership and yearslong commitment to expand offshore wind.
  • Secretary Gina Raimondo is a powerhouse in Washington, in Rhode Island, and indeed nationwide and undeniably instrumental in jumpstarting Americas offshore wind industry, said Liz Burdock, CEO of the Business Network for Offshore Wind.
  • She worked to develop the American offshore wind market, championing the Block Island project that would become the first commercial offshore wind farm in the United States.
  • All Ventus Awardsareopen to nominations with the exception of the Heronemus Award for Outstanding Achievement in Offshore Wind, which is nominated and selected by a closed panel of judges.

U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION ANNOUNCES FINAL AFFIRMATIVE DETERMINATION OF EVASION INVOLVING TRANSSHIPPED AND MISCLASSIFIED QUARTZ SURFACE PRODUCTS

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

After several U.S. importers associated with thtende Ark Trans Group claimed that they were importing crushed glass products or aluminum hydroxide surface products, Customs conducted lab tests of their products.

Key Points: 
  • After several U.S. importers associated with thtende Ark Trans Group claimed that they were importing crushed glass products or aluminum hydroxide surface products, Customs conducted lab tests of their products.
  • These lab tests showed that the importers had lied and misclassified their entries to evade payment of the AD/CVD duties.
  • Customs announcement confirms that quartz surface products made in China remain subject to the payment of AD/CVD duties, even when they undergo further processing in a third country.
  • Cambria Company LLC, headquartered in Le Sueur, MN, is the leading domestic producer of quartz surface products.

CMTC Releases Season 7 of Modern Manufacturing Podcast “Shifting Gears”

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) announced the release of Shifting Gears Season Seven .

Key Points: 
  • California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) announced the release of Shifting Gears Season Seven .
  • CMTC launched the Shifting Gears podcast last year to help small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) keep up with emerging technologies, regulations, and industry news.
  • Last season, Shifting Gears explored government funding opportunities for manufacturers , the current state of employment and competitiveness in California manufacturing , and NIST SP 800-171 requirements .
  • Shifting Gears host, CMTC Director of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Gregg Profozich, is joined by subject matter experts to explore each of these three topics.