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USPS’s Temporary Suspension: Impact on Global Trade

All Things Supply Chain

The word disruption has become an ever-present theme in the world of logistics. Supply chains have long been exposed to geopolitical shifts, regulatory changes, and unexpected roadblocks.

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Uncertainty Ahead? Technology Can Future-Proof Your Small Business

Supply Chain Brain

Going forward, it will be critically important, especially for SMBs, to have systems in place that can help them meticulously manage their inventory and holistically manage operations.

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Samification by The Classification Guru: Vendor Analysis — Supplier normalization solution overview, roadmap, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of Samification by The Classification Guru (TCG) and its solution for supplier normalization. Dirty data is a problem that everyone is familiar with. Whether it is messy supplier or spend data or files nested in random Google Drives and Excel files, every company can identify a data source theyd like to have cleaned.

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How to Minimize Risks Through Supply Chain Mapping

Supply Chain Brain

To avoid or minimize the damage that supply chain disruptions can cause, its important for companies to assess potential risks and develop a plan to manage them.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025

2025 will feel familiar, in some regards. The procurement and supply chain category management landscape will remain turbulent, with geopolitical tensions, worries over fresh tariffs, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions posing significant challenges. But you should also expect some lightning-fast changes in 2025 as artificial intelligence continues to upend the way enterprises and procurement, supply chain, and category management professionals operate.

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Empowering Your Team: The Key Benefits of Supply Chain Certification

Skill Dynamics

Theres a growing demand for certified professionals in the supply chain industryin fact, the employment of logisticians is projected to grow 19% from 2023 to 2033. This is a much faster rate than the average for all occupations. Supply chain certification equips companies and teams with the knowledge, tools, and techniques they need to design, manage, and optimize complex supply chains.

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Procurement’s Evolution From Back Office to Strategic Business Role

Supply Chain Brain

In the last 50 years, purchasing has transformed from a transactional role into one thats more strategic, aligned with long-term business requirements.

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Shipping Giants Ask Watchdog to Avoid Biofuels in Green Push

Supply Chain Brain

The alert from shipping companies comes as theIMOhosts aneventin London this week to debatemeasures to reduce the sectors carbon footprint.

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What is Contract Management Software?

ContractSafe

Still storing contracts in a shared drive or tracking them in a spreadsheet? If so, you're not alone. We know managing contracts manually can feel like a never-ending juggling act--one wrong move, and you risk missing deadlines or compliance issues. The thing is, contracts are the backbone of your business, and keeping them organized shouldn't be this hard.

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How Automation Is Changing the Game in Cold-Chain Storage

Supply Chain Brain

Following is a look at some of the leading automation opportunities that are poised to transform cold chain storage.

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450: Women In Supply Chain, Jenny Perlitch

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In todays episode of Women in Supply Chain, Im joined by passionate founder and CEO Jenny Perlitch. Jenny is the founder and CEO of Perlitch Transport, a Women Business Enterprise certified company, specializing in transport solutions across North America. With nearly two decades of experience in transport and logistics, Jenny is known for her hands-on approach, dedication to her team, and commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Trump Says New Tariffs on Autos Coming Around April 2

Supply Chain Brain

Trump has highlighted tariffs as a tool that he says will convince companies to move production to the U.S.

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