At the end of June, private equity’s $1.48 Trillion in dry powder has done little to help the companies they own. Thirty-four PE-backed companies went bankrupt from March to mid-June according to Pitchbook…
The impact of COVID on retailers is growing. Bankruptcies are soaring, with Ascena Retail Group, parent of Ann Taylor/Lane Bryant, Tailored Brands, parent of Men’s Wearhouse/Jos. A. Bank, and Lord & Taylor most…
Manufacturers of multiple products and product lines face a common problem: how to support parts replenishment for assembly lines. If you don’t do it right, parts aren’t available when needed, production plans falter,…
New York Times focused on businesses looking to “reshore” supply chains. Japan has funded $2.2B to help companies shift production out of China. European trade ministers are also looking to diversify sourcing. A.T….
Wall Street Journal recently reported demand growth for data tools at factories. Manufacturers have recognized the value of data/sensors to remotely monitor plants and “speed up production, reduce waste, improve their product quality…
The Wall Street Journal recently highlighted problems at factories post COVID-19. Some have jumbled supply chains; others are less efficient due to social distancing requirements; others stockpile more inventory due to inconsistent deliveries….
COVID-19 hit management consulting hard. Current projections by Source Global Research are that global consulting will drop 16% in 2020, with similar impact in North America. Forecast revenue declines to the services, energy/resources,…
COVID changed grocery shopping. Customers cut stores of choice, changed shopping days, shifted browsing to rushing, and moved from favorite brand to any brand. Stores faced stock-outs, hoarding, safety concerns, on-line shopping, bulk…