MAYASIA BUSINESS OUTLOOK9China factory activity contracted, as a Reuters poll was shown on Tuesday, and a sudden halt to two months of recovery was brought by Donald trumps' "liberation day" package of tariffs.The official purchasing managers index (PMI) is forecasted by a Reuter's poll of 30 economists to come in at 49.8 on Wednesday down from February's 50.5 and below the 50-point threshold that separates growth from contraction in activity.The decision by United States of president Donald Trump to impose 145% tariffs on China comes at a particularly challenging moment for the world's second-largest economy, which is experiencing deflation as a result of slow income growth and a protracted real estate crisis. Outbound shipments had been front-loaded by producers in anticipation of the duties, driving exports to a five-month high in March , but the arrival of the tariffs has now called time on that strategy.It is expected by analysts that more monetary and fiscal stimulus will be delivered by Beijing over the coming months to underpin growth and insulate the economy from the tariffs. It has been repeatedly denied by china that it is seeking to negotiate a way out of the trade policies and tariffs with the U.S. In order to lessen the impact of losing its largest client, at least temporarily, Beijing has therefore moved forward with this year's stimulus plans to tie the economy over. Alpine of Asia Pacific India, a leading manufacturer of auto components, sensors, and communication systems, has partnered with B-Square Solutions, a global leader in IT and ERP services, to transform its operations and drive efficiency. As part of this collaboration, B-Square has successfully implemented its cutting-edge 5th Generation Pothera ERP software, empowering Alpine with enhanced automation, real-time insights, and seamless process integration. This strategic partnership highlights Alpine's commitment to leveraging advanced technology to optimize workflows, enhance productivity, and ensure long-term business sustainability.Earlier, Alpine opted for B-Square's Intact ERP to consolidate data, improve visibility across departments, and address operational inefficiencies. However, with technological advancements and the increasing complexity of business demands, the company migrated to Pothera ERP, a state-of-the-art cloud ERP solution by B-Square.Speaking about the collaboration, Payal Nambiar, Founder & Director, B Square said, "we are thrilled to have partnered with Alpine Asia Pacific India in their journey towards more efficient operations. Pothera ERP is designed to empower companies with real time visibility and process optimization enabling them to stay competitive in today's fast paced industry".Commenting on the successful implementation, Narendra Jha, HOD ­ Finance and Logistics, Alpine of Asia Pacific India, said, "Partnering with B Square for our process implementation has made us leaner and more agile. We are hoping this strategic collaboration will augment Alpine's operational capabilities and underscore our commitment to long-term business sustainability"Initially, Alpine faced challenges such as tracking inventory across multiple states, handling centralized procurement with decentralized receipts, and managing geographically distributed depots. Additionally, the complexity of tax computation and profitability analysis across diverse product lines posed significant hurdles. To overcome these challenges, Alpine adopted B-Square's specialized modules for Sales, Purchase, Inventory, and Finance within Pothera ERP, enabling seamless integration across departments. This transition provided real-time data insights, improved financial traceability, and a centralized solution to manage business operations efficiently, ultimately enhancing decision-making and optimizing resource utilization.Pothera ERP as an enterprise software solution leverages next-generation technology including Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, Blockchain Security, and Cloud Computing infrastructure that helps in managing real-time business processes and scaling businesses. FACTORY ACTIVITY SHRINKS IN CHINA AFTER U.S. TARIFF ESCALATIONINDIAN GOVERNMENT TO LEASE ITS NATURAL CAVE SYSTEMS FOR OIL STORAGENEWSROOM
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