Big data and analytics have become increasingly important in supply chains, especially as businesses turn to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to improve processes and operations. As these solutions become more viable for real-world use, supply chain stakeholders find themselves with a growing need for accurate data. Organizations that can harness that data will find themselves better positioned to reap benefits from advances in supply chain and logistics technologies. What is Big Data? Big data is a term used to describe huge, extremely ... Read More

As first published by Will Stevenson for WGIL, contributions by Jay Redfern. It was 22 years ago next week that the announcement was made that Maytag would be closing its Galesburg refrigerator plant. The plant property was purchased by Phoenix Investors in 2019, when it wasn’t in that great of shape. “Very few industrial real estate companies are like Phoenix, where Phoenix comes in and they invest in their property,” said Springer. “They put money into them. They help finish them off. They fix ... Read More

As first published by Jay Redfern for WGIL. A company that specializes in the production and distribution of crafted meat snacks plans a nearly $50 million expansion project in Galesburg, a move that’s expected to create between 150 and 180 manufacturing jobs and breathe new life into the unused portion of the former Maytag facility. Aldermen at the Oct. 7 meeting of the Galesburg City Council will consider a $1 million development agreement with Thrushwood Farms Quality Meats, Inc., a subsidiary of Western Smokehouse Partners. ... Read More