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SUMMARY:L&L - How Manufacturers Are Rethinking Transportation Management
DESCRIPTION:From Freight Chaos to Control How Manufacturers Are Rethinking Transportation Management Many manufacturers are still operating with fragmented freight models — plant-by-plant shipping decisions\, a mix of carrier-direct and brokerage relationships\, and limited visibility across the network. In this session\, we’ll explore why that model is breaking down and how leading manufacturers are centralizing transportation through structured 3PL partnerships and control tower approaches to improve cost\, service\, and visibility. \nParticipants will walk away with:\n\nClear indicators that it may be time to centralize transportation management\nA practical framework for evaluating whether to manage freight in-house or outsource\nInsight into what a modern “control tower” model actually looks like (people\, process\, and technology — not just software)\nA checklist for evaluating 3PL partners beyond price alone\nReal-world examples of how manufacturers are reducing freight chaos and improving decision-making\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nSupply Chain Directors and Managers\nLogistics / Transportation Managers\nOperations Leaders\nPlant Managers\nProcurement Leaders\nCFO’s or Finance Leaders involved in freight spend oversight\n\nThis session is especially valuable for mid-sized manufacturers experiencing growth\, freight complexity\, or visibility challenges across multiple locations   •  This session is especially valuable for mid-sized manufacturers experiencing growth\, freight complexity\, or visibility challenges across multiple locations   •  Register HereMore About the Presenter
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/ll-how-manufacturers-are-rethinking-transportation-management/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,Networking Event
ORGANIZER;CN="JAMA Associate":MAILTO:jama@mijama.org
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SUMMARY:MI Rosie Day
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date\n• March 13\, 2026 • Lansing Regional Airport • \n \n  \nVisit the Organizers Website
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/mi-rosie-day/
LOCATION:Lansing Regional Airport\, 4100 Capital City Blvd\, Lansing\, 48906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Kangas":MAILTO:cindy@camconline.org
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SUMMARY:AI for Business - Hillsdale
DESCRIPTION:Hillsdale Economic Development Partnership to host AI for Business event on Tuesday\, March 17\nHillsdale Economic Development Partnership invites area employers to take part in a regional conversation on the future of artificial intelligence in business. This interactive session will be held on Tuesday\, March 17\, from 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Litchfield Regional Training Center\, located at 181 Simpson Dr\, Litchfield\, Michigan. \nThis event features a keynote by Dale Anderson\, Small Business Development Center\, followed by open\, facilitated discussions where employers share experiences\, expectations\, and challenges around AI adoption. \nAttendees are encouraged to come prepared to share their experiences and perspectives. \n\nHow they are currently using AI\nTheir future expectations for AI in their business\nConcerns\, barriers\, and questions about implementation\n\n“AI is rapidly changing the way businesses operate — and employer voices are essential in shaping how the region responds\,” said Randy Yagiela\, Development Director\, Lenawee Now. “This event will allow us to identify and connect training resources to employer needs.” \nThere’s no cost to attend\, but registration is required. \nSign Up to Attend
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/ai-for-business-hillsdale/
LOCATION:Litchfield Regional Training Center\, 181 Simpson Drive\, Litchfield\, MI\, 49252\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning Session,Networking Event
ORGANIZER;CN="JAMA Associate":MAILTO:jama@mijama.org
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SUMMARY:AI for Business - Jackson
DESCRIPTION:JAMA to host AI for Business event on Tuesday\, March 24\nJackson Area Manufacturers Association (JAMA) invites area employers to take part in a regional conversation on the future of artificial intelligence in business. This interactive session will be held on Tuesday\, March 24\, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. at JAMA\, located at 3517 Scheele Dr\, Jackson\, Michigan. \nThis event features a keynote by Dale Anderson\, Small Business Development Center\, followed by open\, facilitated discussions where employers share experiences\, expectations\, and challenges around AI adoption. \nAttendees are encouraged to come prepared to share their experiences and perspectives. \n\nHow they are currently using AI\nTheir future expectations for AI in their business\nConcerns\, barriers\, and questions about implementation\n\n“AI is rapidly changing the way businesses operate — and employer voices are essential in shaping how the region responds\,” said Randy Yagiela\, Development Director\, Lenawee Now. “This event will allow us to identify and connect training resources to employer needs.” \nThere’s no cost to attend\, but registration is required. \nSign Up to Attend
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/ai-for-business-jackson/
LOCATION:JAMA – Jackson\, MI\, 3517 Scheele Drive\, Jackson\, MI\, 49202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning Session,Networking Event
ORGANIZER;CN="JAMA Associate":MAILTO:jama@mijama.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T153000
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SUMMARY:AI For Business - Adrian
DESCRIPTION:Align Center for Workforce Development to host AI for Business event on Thursday\, March 26\nAlign Center for Workforce Development invites area employers to take part in a regional conversation on the future of artificial intelligence in business. This interactive session will be held on Thursday\, March 26\, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. at Align Center for Workforce Development\, 440 E. Church Street\, Adrian\, Michigan. \nThis event features a keynote by Dale Anderson\, Small Business Development Center\, followed by open\, facilitated discussions where employers share experiences\, expectations\, and challenges around AI adoption. \nAttendees are encouraged to come prepared to share their experiences and perspectives. \n\nHow they are currently using AI\nTheir future expectations for AI in their business\nConcerns\, barriers\, and questions about implementation\n\n“AI is rapidly changing the way businesses operate — and employer voices are essential in shaping how the region responds\,” said Randy Yagiela\, Development Director\, Lenawee Now. “This event will allow us to identify and connect training resources to employer needs.” \nThere’s no cost to attend\, but registration is required. \nSign Up to Attend
URL:https://jacksonareamanufacturersassociation.org/event/ai-for-business-adrian/
LOCATION:Align Center for Workforce Development\, 440 E. Church Street\, Adrian\, MI\, 49221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning Session,Networking Event
ORGANIZER;CN="JAMA Associate":MAILTO:jama@mijama.org
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