Top Pain Points For Fleets in 2024
All Things Supply Chain
MAY 20, 2024
In the bustling world of construction, fleets of vehicles and equipment are the gears that keep projects moving forward.
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World Procurement Congress 2024: We’re only just getting started
Procurement Leaders
MAY 20, 2024
And that’s a wrap! An incredible three days of inspiration, collaboration and networking saw the World Procurement Congress 2024 bring together more than 1,000 procurement rockstars in London, culminating in the glamour of the World Procurement Awards. What an experience, what an inspiration, what a community! It’s incredibly difficult to give justice to the sheer level of insight that was shared across the days of this event; the amount of progress that individual procurement executives will ma
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Nearshoring on the Rise: Navigating the Shift in EU Sourcing Trends
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
A shift to shorter supply chains not only helps manage the unpredictability of costs, but also strengthens supply chain resilience by reducing dependency on distant suppliers.
Walmart fires back at Amazon in fast delivery race
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 20, 2024
The retailer delivered 4.4 billion items over the past 12 months with either same-day or next-day speeds.
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.
Staying Ahead of Changing Technology in Task Management
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
Unlike conventional software, which becomes outdated as time passes, newer AI-driven machine-learning systems become increasingly sophisticated with age.
Kent Outdoors names new supply chain officer
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 20, 2024
Dave D’Angelo has experience with product development in the sporting goods industry and will aim to help the company with new opportunities.
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H-E-B opens 8th e-commerce fulfillment facility
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While some grocers are scaling back on opening e-commerce-focused facilities, the grocer plans to add more of them to its Texas footprint.
ProcureCon Supply Chain To Unite Industry Leaders in Atlanta this August
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MAY 20, 2024
The conference will feature a diverse range of sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities tailored to meet the needs of professionals responsible for sourcing along the supply chain.
How will quantum impact the biotech industry?
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MAY 20, 2024
The physics of atoms and the technology behind treating disease might sound like disparate fields. However, in the past few decades, advances in artificial intelligence, sensing, simulation and more have driven enormous impacts within the biotech industry. Quantum computing provides an opportunity to extend these advancements with computational speedups and/or accuracy in each of those areas.
Dali Re-Floated, Pulled Out of Baltimore Bridge Wreckage
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers still expects to fully reopen Baltimore's primary shipping channel by the end of May.
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.
Procurement Transformation: Six key success factors
Spend Matters
MAY 20, 2024
In this guest post from Jeff Gibbons of The Hackett Group, he identifies six (sometimes overlooked) critical factors to ensuring a successful procurement transformation. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read. The post Procurement Transformation: Six key success factors appeared first on Spend Matters.
Report: EV Deliveries for Commercial Fleets Double in 2023
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
Commercial cargo vans and pickup trucks made up 90% of all BEV deliveries, 95% of which came from Ford and Rivian.
How to establish lineage transparency for your machine learning initiatives
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MAY 20, 2024
Machine learning (ML) has become a critical component of many organizations’ digital transformation strategy. From predicting customer behavior to optimizing business processes, ML algorithms are increasingly being used to make decisions that impact business outcomes. Have you ever wondered how these algorithms arrive at their conclusions? The answer lies in the data used to train these models and how that data is derived.
U.S. Senate Investigation Links Automakers to Chinese Forced Labor
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
BMW reportedly shipped out 8,000 cars with a part from a Chinese supplier that had been added to a list of companies known to use forced labor.
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
Big Y names VP of logistics, distribution
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 20, 2024
Starting at the end of May, Eric Swensen will oversee self-distribution operations with a focus on fresh and local products.
Route Resilience: 5 Strategic Priorities for Logistics Excellence in the Next Year
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
Our webinar will cover a comprehensive guide for logistics professionals grappling with the stressors of the industry, like the pressure to optimize operations amidst tightening budgets and sustainability concerns.
Analyst Map Inductee 3: Making A Case (Study) For Mintec
Procurement Insights
MAY 20, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: I am now starting to build my Analyst Solution Map of ten solution providers who I not only see as leaders in their specific area of service but will, through the use of an agent-based model , ensure successful implementations and promised practitioner outcomes. In short, my creditability as an analyst will be and is linked to your success.
Watch: Are You Ready for Humanoid Robotics?
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
It may sound surprising, but what differentiates humanoid robotics from a lot of other automation technologies is that it actually takes nothing to prepare for it, says Damion Shelton, president of Agility Robotics.
10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue
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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.
Walmart beats expectations in Q1 as revenue surpasses $160B
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 20, 2024
The company's e-commerce sales rose 21%, driven by store-fulfilled pickup and delivery and strength within its marketplace.
Traditional Internet Technologies: Uncovering Their Role in Modern Supply Chain Solutions
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MAY 20, 2024
Modern supply chains are more efficient and faster than ever before. However, the emergence of technology boosted brands’ access to customers in the first place, and thus, a need for more efficient supply chain practices. This article reviews how traditional internet technologies have influenced today’s supply chain solutions. The Importance of Modern Supply Chain Solutions As eCommerce becomes a more prevalent part of our business world, modern supply chain solutions have become the norm.
Post-Brexit Border Controls Could Cost U.K. Nearly $6B
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 20, 2024
That figure would cover the cost of 13 border-related programs to deal with physical checks on plant and animal imports and safety and security declarations.
Tips for Improving Efficiency as a Purchasing Agent
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MAY 20, 2024
In any organisation, purchasing the right goods at a competitive price is very important. Your… The post Tips for Improving Efficiency as a Purchasing Agent first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity
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In this webinar, supply chain industry experts share insights and best practices for enhancing supply chain efficiency, resilience and adaptability. Watch the webinar to learn strategies to develop supply chain maturity and save on costs. Delve into the stages of supply chain maturity, from foundational management to advanced optimization and innovation.
China Retaliates Against U.S. Tariffs
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MAY 20, 2024
The announcement from the People's Republic of China’s Ministry of Commerce is a signal that China will hit back in its trade disputes with the U.S. and Europe.
The history of the central processing unit (CPU)
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MAY 20, 2024
The central processing unit (CPU) is the computer’s brain. It handles the assignment and processing of tasks, in addition to functions that make a computer run. There’s no way to overstate the importance of the CPU to computing. Virtually all computer systems contain, at the least, some type of basic CPU. Regardless of whether they’re used in personal computers (PCs), laptops, tablets, smartphones or even in supercomputers whose output is so strong it must be measured in floati
10 CLM Platforms to Take Your Procurement Game to the Next Level
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Contract lifecycle management (CLM) software has become an invaluable tool for procurement teams looking to optimize their contracting processes. As procurement organizations deal with an increasing volume and complexity of contracts, they need solutions to effectively manage the entire contract lifecycle from request through closeout. A dedicated CLM platform provides the automation, control, and analytics procurement teams need to maximize the value of contracts while minimizing risk.
Recurring Revenue: The Key to a Sustainable Bootstrapped Business
Procurement Express
MAY 20, 2024
When it comes to building a successful self-funded software business, one of the most critical factors is securing recurring revenue. As Jason Cohen, the renowned entrepreneur behind WP Engine, explains, a recurring revenue model is not just about predictable cash flow – it’s about aligning your business with how your customers want to consume and pay for your product.
Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.
High-Performance Companies Benefit From Upskilling Employees: You Can Too
Skill Dynamics
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Talented employees are at the heart of any high-performing business. Great workers lead to even better results, so it’s vital that businesses create a culture that both attracts and retains top talent. One of the best ways to do this is to invest in your people — make a commitment to upskill your workforce. Rapid technological advancements and an ever-shifting market have presented a wide range of opportunities for companies to develop their talent, but this also presents some challenges.
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