Tag: Supply
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Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply
Clarios, a U.S.-based global manufacturer and recycler of low-voltage batteries, plans to invest up to $1 billion to build a U.S. critical minerals processing and recovery plant, according to a May 20 press release. The project aligns with the Trump administration’s goal to boost the domestic metals supply chain and responds to China’s export ban…
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7 Smart Funding Strategies for Construction Supply Delays
The construction industry has suffered many blows in recent years, from rising material costs to supply chain disruptions. But you can weather the storms and navigate supply chain challenges with greater confidence by exploring diverse funding strategies. These are the 7 funding strategies for construction firms navigating supply chain disruptions. Understanding the Supply Chain Crisis…
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VEGA and Command Alkon Integrate to Offer More Material Supply Visibility
VEGA Americas, Inc. and Command Alkon have announced a new integration aimed at improving inventory visibility and material management in the heavy building materials industry. The collaboration brings VEGA’s in-plant measurement technologies into Command Alkon’s Connected Partner program, aligning both companies around shared goals of streamlining operations and enhancing decision-making. Through the partnership, VEGA’s sensor…
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VEGA and Command Alkon Integrate to Offer More Material Supply Visibility
VEGA Americas, Inc. and Command Alkon have announced a new integration aimed at improving inventory visibility and material management in the heavy building materials industry. The collaboration brings VEGA’s in-plant measurement technologies into Command Alkon’s Connected Partner program, aligning both companies around shared goals of streamlining operations and enhancing decision-making. Through the partnership, VEGA’s sensor…
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Laing’s DfMA business to supply Multiplex with low carbon planks for ‘biodiverse’ high-rise
Laing O’Rourke’s design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA) facility will supply 68,000m² of low-carbon concrete planks for a new 36-storey office development at 50 Fenchurch Street in London, where Multiplex is main contractor. Explore Manufacturing’s appointment follows a prior one-year pre-construction services agreement. The concrete ‘Megaplank’ will be manufactured at Explore’s centre of excellence for…
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How Autonomous Negotiation is Shaping Supply Chain Efficiency
The global supply chain faces unprecedented challenges, from geopolitical uncertainties to evolving consumer demands. In this landscape, the ability to swiftly adapt has become essential. While automation has long been a part of supply chain operations, the next frontier lies in optimizing one of its most complex and resource-intensive aspects: negotiation. AI Agents conducting autonomous…
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CCCT with Neil Peterson, CEO from LED Lighting Supply, March 20th, 2025
CCCT with Neil Peterson, CEO from LED Lighting Supply, March 20th, 2025-Video Apple Podcast Spotify Podcast CCR Publisher David Corson sat down with Neil Peterson, CEO from LED Lighting Supply, March 20th, 2025 to record a CCCT episode, who uses 15+ years of lighting, pole and fan experience to recommend the perfect solution for your…
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‘The supply chain for smart buildings will look very different’
In the second of our client interview series, Cardiff Met’s Graham Lewis tells Will Mann how data analysis is helping tackle the university’s twin challenges of cutting carbon and operational costs. Like much of the higher education (HE) sector, Cardiff Metropolitan University is facing strong financial headwinds. For Graham Lewis, chief officer for university environments and…
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Supply chains are key to cutting carbon – tier 1s should work with them
With costs rising for carbon-intensive construction materials, main contractors should work with their suppliers to find green solutions, says Cressida Curtis of Wates. Within 10 days of a climate denier being sworn in as US president, our government declared: “The UK is re-establishing itself as a climate leader on the global stage” in its Nationally…
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Common Challenges in Managing Medical Supply Resupply
Keeping up with medical supply resupply is essential for smooth operations in healthcare. When medical supplies run low or get delayed, it can disrupt patient care and create unnecessary stress for medical staff. However, managing resupply isn’t always easy—many healthcare providers struggle with shortages, high costs, and tracking issues. Understanding these common challenges can help…