5 ways drone delivery providers are advancing in 2024
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2024
Announcements from Zipline, DroneUp, Wing and Skyports Drone Services this year demonstrate drones' growing presence in supply chains.
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Happy Easter
Procurement Templates
MARCH 28, 2024
Happy Easter. It’s a time for reflection and the resurrection of Jesus. Spend the time reiving your tired body and enjoy time with loved ones. My Valentines Satire post was rather popular so here is the Easter one! Procurement Parody: An Easter Reflection In the solemn glow of Easter, as we celebrate renewal and rebirth, let us turn our attention to a ritual as ancient and mystifying as the resurrection itself: procurement.
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Essential Negotiation Skills for Procurement Professionals
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MARCH 28, 2024
Negotiation is at the heart of procurement. Whether you’re securing the best prices, managing supplier contracts, or resolving disputes, the ability to negotiate effectively is crucial for procurement professionals. In business today, being good at negotiation is more than just getting a good deal. It’s also about creating lasting relationships, reducing risks, and creating value […] The post Essential Negotiation Skills for Procurement Professionals appeared first on ProcurePo
5 takeaways from UPS’ 2024 investor and analyst day
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 28, 2024
Company officials provided details on the company's future with Amazon, the evolution of its pricing technology, growth in healthcare and more.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Watch: Navigating Today's Supply Chain Finance Challenges
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MARCH 28, 2024
Fermin Caro, managing director of boutique bank ComCap, discusses how to deal with today's supply chain challenges.
East Coast ports say they are ready for Baltimore cargo
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MARCH 28, 2024
The Port of Virginia and the Port of New York and New Jersey can serve as alternative ports for ships that were destined to Baltimore.
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MARCH 28, 2024
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MARCH 28, 2024
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MARCH 28, 2024
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Port of Baltimore May Not Reopen Until Summer
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MARCH 28, 2024
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What You Don’t Know Can Hertz You
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MARCH 28, 2024
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Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2024
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DATA! AI don’t need no stinkin’ DATA!
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MARCH 28, 2024
“The hot topic was where to get started with AI and the importance of finding a quick win. Both Supplier Discovery and Contract Management surfaced as the lowest-hanging fruit for the fastest win. The general consensus was to avoid AI projects that involve dependency on clean data.” – Procurement Leaders | A World 50 Group Community – [link] There is nothing wrong with a quick win – or a series of quick wins per Jom Collins’ Flywheel model.
Podcast | How to Save Money in Your Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 28, 2024
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MARCH 28, 2024
In this Special Digital Edition of Supply Chain Management Review, you will find insights on the importance of sales and operations planning (S&OP) to an organization’s bottom line.
The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report
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Discovery Health
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MARCH 28, 2024
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Procurement 6 – March 29th, 2024
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MARCH 28, 2024
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Procurement 6 – March 29th, 2024
Art of Procurement
MARCH 28, 2024
Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post Procurement 6 – March 29th, 2024 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Arkestro Advisory Council: Spot Buys
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MARCH 28, 2024
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MARCH 28, 2024
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MARCH 28, 2024
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