Manufacturing operations

Trade and supply-chain operations monitor signals ahead of US-Iran negotiations starting Sunday, amid Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz over Lebanon conflicts.

• Thorsten Meyer
• June 21, 2026

A new workflow tool for independent appliance repair shops aims to streamline warranty claims by prompting for essential documentation and exporting claim summaries.

• Thorsten Meyer
• June 20, 2026

A new approach uses phone cameras and pose estimation to remotely screen physical-labor candidates for injury risk, aiming to reduce workplace injuries and costs.

• Thorsten Meyer
• June 20, 2026

A tornado watch issued for parts of Chicago prompts supply-chain operations to monitor weather signals, highlighting the need for real-time trade decision tools.

• Thorsten Meyer
• June 18, 2026

Pilot test of a purchase order exception tracker designed for small manufacturers starts to improve supplier issue management amid supply volatility.

• Techno Capture Team
• June 17, 2026