Art of Procurement
JULY 25, 2024
According to the New York Times, about 20 million containers move through the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The post The Great Supply Train Robbery appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
The Drewry World Container Index composite of eight major trade lanes dropped 2.2% to $5,806 for a 40-foot unit, snapping a 12-week-long advance.
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Supply Chain Dive
JULY 25, 2024
The outdoor retailer is seeing reduced track-and-trace efforts, among other benefits, from the expanded partnership.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
The U.S. can’t have a vibrant “bio-based” manufacturing sector without an equally strong source of domestic materials to support it.
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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.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 25, 2024
The accounting firm’s survey of 300 executives at public companies pointed to an increase in sustainability oversight as disclosure requirements mount.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
Massive waves brought on by typhoon rainfall reportedly sank the MT Terra Nova tanker on July 25, killing one crew member, with 16 others rescued.
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
The environmental group alleges that the port's pump station violated Clean Water Act discharge limits more than 2,000 times in the last five years.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 25, 2024
Ludwing Vergara outlined a four-pronged approach that includes improved cost modeling and closer stakeholder collaboration.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
Quadient estimates that its automated smart lockers serve more than 1.5 million students a year.
Arkestro
JULY 25, 2024
Resources / Blog / Want Better Procurement Outcomes? Apply Game Theory Want Better Procurement Outcomes? Apply Game Theory Even if you’ve never heard of game theory, if you’ve played a board game that requires strategic thinking, trades, or payoffs, you’ve undoubtedly used it before. For example, in chess, you’ve most likely sacrificed lesser valuable pieces like pawns in exchange for more strategic positioning to set yourself up for future moves.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
MEDLOG's Inland Terminal Paris-Bruyeres project will add infrastructure to facilitate rail and barge transportation of goods across the Greater East and Paris region of France.
Finale Inventory
JULY 25, 2024
In business, managing inventory is vital for success. Whether operating a physical store or an online business, effective inventory management is necessary to meet customer demands, lower costs, and boost efficiency. This guide will outline the main purpose of inventory management for businesses, with a focus on the ecommerce sector. Continue reading to learn about the key components and technological advancements that can transform your inventory management practices.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 25, 2024
From user onboarding and ongoing training, to realizing the full value of your software, digital adoption platforms are an essential part of the future of SCM.
Finale Inventory
JULY 25, 2024
Effective medical inventory management is key for healthcare organizations to provide quality patient care, streamline operations, and minimize costs. This comprehensive guide covers the importance of medical inventory management, key elements of effective management, the structure of a medical inventory list template, best practices, and overcoming common challenges.
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For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic
Procurement Insights
JULY 25, 2024
The origins of your procurement transformation initiative’s success or failure are not a secret—here it is in 52 seconds.
Finale Inventory
JULY 25, 2024
Equipment maintenance is vital for smooth operations and maximizing success in ecommerce. Proactively maintaining your equipment prevents breakdowns, optimizes performance, and enhances customer satisfaction. This guide covers five key types of equipment maintenance and their importance in ecommerce. Understanding the Importance of Equipment Maintenance in Ecommerce Proper maintenance minimizes downtime, reduces repair costs, and ensures consistent productivity, extending your equipment’s
Value Match
JULY 25, 2024
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Finale Inventory
JULY 25, 2024
Inventory holding costs play a significant role in operating a successful ecommerce business. The expenses associated with holding inventory can greatly impact a company’s profitability. This article will cover the various components of inventory holding costs, how to calculate them, strategies to reduce these costs, and their effect on business profitability.
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In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.
Procurement Insights
JULY 25, 2024
Over the years, I have written extensively about the following five companies. To access my article archives of any of these providers, type their name in the search box. Each has a unique journey. That being said, how do you measure or quantify success? 2001 Zycus India (U.S.) $500M – $1B in revenue 1.5K+ employees on LinkedIn 2005 Unimarket New Zealand $10 – $20M in revenue 99 employees on LinkedIn 2006 Coupa United States $500M – $1B in revenue 3K+ employees on LinkedIn 2010
Finale Inventory
JULY 25, 2024
Effective inventory management is key to the success of any ecommerce business. Without proper control and tracking of inventory, businesses can face significant challenges such as stockouts, overstocking, wasted resources, and dissatisfied customers. This article highlights the importance of inventory management in ecommerce and introduces Finale Inventory, a tool that can simplify and streamline your inventory management process.
Shapiro Negotiations Institute
JULY 25, 2024
Looking for a way to jolt your team? Check out our list of our standout female keynote speakers. While each comes from diverse backgrounds and industries, they share one thing: inspiring others. Each brings unique life experiences, insights, stories, and practical strategies to inspire your staff and spark new ideas. Whether you’re planning a conference or a team building event, these speakers will inspire the room to motivate everyone to push boundaries and achieve more than anyone though
Finale Inventory
JULY 25, 2024
Inventory management is a key element in running an ecommerce business. It ensures that products are adequately stocked, reduces the likelihood of stockouts, and helps streamline operations. Two widely used technologies for inventory management are QR codes and barcodes. This guide will cover the fundamentals of QR codes and barcodes, the technology behind them, their efficiency and accuracy, and how Finale Inventory supports both.
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Shapiro Negotiations Institute
JULY 25, 2024
Advanced negotiation skills are essential when working in a sales environment. The tension can sometimes rise in situations in which parties feel they are not being heard, or they are not getting the best deal. In 2024, good communication skills are sometimes forgotten due to connections via technology. Sometimes it is important to get back to basics and revisit your negotiation skills.
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