Supply Chain Shortages And Its Impact On Manufacturing
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 1, 2024
Globally, supply chain issues have become a pressing challenge, particularly impacting the manufacturing sector.
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Nurturing Career Growth in the New Era of Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 1, 2024
The supply chain discipline has become a C-suite concern that drives competitive advantage and customer excellence — one that requires expansive leadership skills and technical prowess.
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CPO Crunch: Collaboration the key to progress on Scope 3
Procurement Leaders
JULY 1, 2024
Scope 3 data has emerged as an increasingly important topic within the Procurement Leaders community as supply chain sustainability has evolved from being a nice to have to a procurement imperative. Yet preliminary findings from our ESG glide path research ( participate in the survey ) indicate that more than one-quarter of procurement teams do not currently collect upstream emissions data about their suppliers and, of those that do, only half use primary data obtained from suppliers directly.
How RFID and 2D Tags Will Drive Supply Chain Innovation
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 1, 2024
As retail operations become increasingly complex, the need arises for serialized data capture. That’s where tools like the 2D barcode and radio frequency identification come into play.
GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025
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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.
Levi Strauss moves away from insourced logistics network
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 1, 2024
The retailer’s shift to a hybrid model that includes 3PLs intends to cut costs and grow its direct-to-consumer channels.
Watch: GenAI Challenges Traditional Thinking on Supply Chain Talent
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 1, 2024
Some assumptions and beliefs about the contribution that generative AI will make to supply chains are misplaced, says Dana Stiffler, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner.
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Global Shipping Activity Leaps Most Since 2010 After Red Sea Attacks
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JULY 1, 2024
The marker, which multiplies the volume of cargo transported by the distance it sails, is heading for an increase of 5.1% compared to 2023.
Manufacturing is ‘stuck’: June PMI
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JULY 1, 2024
Caution continues to run through the industry as manufacturers hesitate to spend on labor and production with interest rates still high.
ProcureVue: Vendor Analysis — Spend Analytics solution overview, roadmap, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary
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JULY 1, 2024
This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of ProcureVue and its solution for spend analytics. It is common for the data held by Procurement (and indeed the business) to become so large and so messy that it is no longer possible to manage it in-house, whether because of time or software constraints. This is where the many vendors like ProcureVue in the procurement space that are designed to tackle this problem come in.
Zara owner commits to sustainable paper packaging
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JULY 1, 2024
The initiative builds on Inditex’s previous commitment to remove endangered and ancient forest materials from textiles.
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
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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.
Harland & Wolff Shipbuilder Suspends Shares Trading
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JULY 1, 2024
In June, it was reported that the U.K. government was withholding the approval of a $253 million loan guarantee promised in order to shore up the shipbuilder's finances.
Order Management Best Practices: A Comprehensive Guide
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JULY 1, 2024
In today’s competitive landscape, efficient order management is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. For supply chain professionals, ensuring smooth order fulfillment from click to delivery is crucial for customer satisfaction, business growth, and profitability. This comprehensive guide deepens into order management best practices, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies to optimize your operations.
Ports of LA, Long Beach Invest $25M in Charging for Electric Trucks
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JULY 1, 2024
The ports will partner with regional air quality agencies to install 207 charging units at eight sites in Southern California.
Can AI Replace Procurement Professionals in the Long Run?
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JULY 1, 2024
AI is entering many industries, and procurement is not an exception. As a procurement expert,… The post Can AI Replace Procurement Professionals in the Long Run? first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
GEP Outlook Report 2025
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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
Boeing to Get 'Sweetheart Deal' For Deadly Crashes, Say Victim Families
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 1, 2024
In exchange for pleading guilty to fraud, Boeing would be fined, promise to make safety improvements, and be placed under a three-year probationary period.
How are sales responsible for AI initiatives’ 80% failure rate?
Procurement Insights
JULY 1, 2024
Earlier today, David Shillingord shared the following post on LinkedIn. When talking about AI in supply chains it is critical to be precise and not speak in general terms. Jim Hayden, Chief Data Scientist at Everstream Analytics , is one of the best in the business and very good at explaining how Artificial and Human intelligence are both critical in enabling companies to turn supply chain disruptions into a competitive advantage.
B2B Fulfillment Guide: Everything You Need to Know | Ecommerce
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JULY 1, 2024
In the world of ecommerce, efficient B2B fulfillment is crucial to the success of businesses. Whether you’re a manufacturer shipping products to retailers or a wholesaler supplying inventory to distributors, understanding the ins and outs of B2B fulfillment is essential. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the key components, challenges, strategies, and future trends in B2B fulfillment, equipping you with the knowledge you need to optimize your business operations.
Do Sales Professionals Really Blow?
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Magnus Mondays — The Two Levels of Supplier Management Tech
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JULY 1, 2024
Supplier management is one of the most critical aspects of procurement. But as is the case with a lot of areas within procurement, it’s complex. One of the biggest issues is that supplier management is not one thing. Depending on your perspective, it can mean a lot of different things.
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Canada Rail Union Reauthorizes Strike Ahead of Uncertain Summer
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JULY 1, 2024
The vote gives the union the authority to call for a strike within the next 60 days if ongoing labor negotiations with CN and CPKC fall through.
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From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity
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Canada rail workers keep window open for strike
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 1, 2024
The Teamsters union division voted to re-authorize labor action as they await a government ruling that would permit it.
Sometimes, you just have to pause and take in the wonder of this world
Procurement Insights
JULY 1, 2024
On a Sunday evening walk with my family, I captured this amazing shot of the sunset over Britannia Bay in Ottawa, Canada. Happy Canada Day to my friends north of the 49th and to my American friends, an early wish for a Happy 4th of July!
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