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Is forecasting enough to build a resilient supply chain for Asian manufacturers?
A forecast is only as valuable as the supply-chain nerve system that acts on it in real time.
1 day ago
Is forecasting enough to build a resilient supply chain for Asian manufacturers?
A forecast is only as valuable as the supply-chain nerve system that acts on it in real time.
1 day ago
Global semiconductor sales up 18.8% in Q1
March recorded the highest sales total at $55.9b
Finance teams move to real-time planning in manufacturing
Leading manufacturers use an advanced planning platform.
ASEAN manufacturing activity slips to 16-month low in April
Confidence is at its lowest since July 2020.
Cyber risks threaten to derail APAC manufacturing digitalisation
Nearly 40% of industrial enterprises globally identify cybersecurity as the main challenge in upgrading their operational technology systems.
Global manufacturing faces a rough start to 2025: S&P
Weak demand weighed heavily on the sector.
Asia’s bicycle makers gear up for growth
E-bikes and the global ‘green’ push are driving the market expansion.
Greener power: Cutting the carbon impact of EV battery manufacturing
Despite advancements, more needs to be done to ensure that EV batteries are manufactured as sustainably as possible.
AI drives record revenue for semiconductor market at $683b
But automotive and industrial challenges persist.
US tariffs set to tighten margins for APAC manufacturers
The firm forecasts increased competitive pressure within the region's manufacturing sector.
Global semiconductor sales up almost 18% in January
Annual sales increased in Asia Pacific and 3 other regions except Europe.
ASEAN manufacturing PMI hits seven-month high in February
It was driven by a surge in new orders and production.
Global manufacturing price pressures rise in February
The latest figure was the highest since June 2024.
How firms can optimise supply chain network capabilities
An embedded supply chain network design could enable them to continuously assess and adjust their network.
Global supply chains operating at full capacity in January
North America at a 6-month high in supply chain volatility index.
Clean energy technology spending to reach $670b in 2025
This is driven by a significant increase in solar energy capacity.
How semiconductor firms can stay resilient amidst geopolitical risks
PwC suggests starting with diversified manufacturing and sourcing.
