Aug. 28: SpaceX Launches World’s Largest Commercial Communications Satellite

Plus: MIT Scientists Uncover Effective Way to Store Massive Amounts of Energy in Cement; Advanced Sensors Could Save Children from Being Forgotten in Cars; and More August 28, 2023 [View this email in a Browser]( [Subscribe]( [SpaceX Launches World's Largest Commercial Communications Satellite]( Manufacturing [Cement-Based Material Could Store Renewable Energy Within Building Foundations]( [Read More]( Noah Chemicals | Sponsored [U.S.-Based Chemical Solutions Provider Plays Vital Role in Eliminating the Nation's Chemical Weapons Arsenal]( [Read More]( Engineering & Design [Children Are Forgotten in Hot Cars at an Alarming Rate: How New Technology Could Save Lives]( [Read More]( [Thomas Spotlights Leaders in Industry]( Rahul Devarakonda COO & Procurement Transformation Leader, GIS International We’re spotlighting decision-makers across industry. In this issue, get to know Rahul Devarakonda. What's GIS's origin story? In 1997, Mr. Marc Benmeridja founded GIS to solve the problem of "maverick spend" faced by procurement departments. With a focus on procurement transformation, integrated supply chain management, procurement engineering, and tail spend management, GIS quickly gained a reputation for delivering value and savings optimization across its clients' supply chains. Today, with a presence in 21 countries, GIS is a leader in the industry, committed to providing exceptional service and results. What advice would you give to other businesses? In today's world, anything is possible if you have the focus and determination to make it happen. Innovations like SpaceX and the Uber Elevate program have shown us that the impossible is becoming possible. However, time is a thief, and it is important to act now to make your vision a reality. At GIS, we have identified the key problem statements in procurement and supply chain management and have set the direction for success. Read the [full article]( on Thomas Insights. Manufacturing [Which Packaging Is Better: Biodegradable and Compostable?]( [Read More]( Industry Trends [10 Best Golf Gadgets to Stay on Par]( [Read More]( Daily Bite [Hidden Maya City Discovered]( Researchers found an ancient ballgame court at the site. [Read More]( [Thomas(TM), A Xometry Company]( [Advertise in the Newsletter]( | [List Your Business on Thomasnet.com]( | [Get Instant Quotes]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Contribute to Thomas Insights]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( [Twitter]( [YouTube]( This email was sent to {EMAIL}. You received this email because of your recent interaction with Thomas. [Modify Your Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( © August 28, 2023 Thomas, A Xometry Company 6116 Executive Blvd, Ste. 800, North Bethesda, MD 20852, USA, 240-252-1138