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Major League Baseballs Are Still Handmade
You might be surprised when you see what really happens behind the scenes at Rawlings.  Read more…

Black Powder Is a Single Source Issue for the US Military
The sole domestic source for black powder, a key ingredient in the production of many military explosives, shut down […]

Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.

Ikea Expanding Capacity in the United States
Ikea will invest $2.2 billion to upgrade existing stores, and open new stores and designer centers in the U.S.  Read more…

Redwood Logistics Facilitates Nearshoring
Redwood Logistics is expanding its transportation operations to Mexico, following the nearshoring trend of its customers.  Read more…

Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.

Tupperware’s Slow Descent into Oblivion
Declining revenue, lower stock prices, and dwindling cash reserves do not bode well for the future of this iconic brand.  Read more…

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Welcome to another OM in the News roundup! Here’s what we’ve been blogging about lately. All posts include videos and discussion prompts for supply chain and OM classes.

Lean Six Sigma in Hospitals
Although Lean Six Sigma has its origins in manufacturing, many services effectively use it, including hospitals.  Read more…

Do Manufacturing Workers Benefit from Automation?
Advanced manufacturing technologies promise better jobs. Is it time to rejoice?  Read more…

Amazon’s Anti-Counterfeiting Exchange
Amazon launched a program to keep […]