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The Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?

Supply Chain Dive

With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.

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Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Progress or Setback?

Art of Procurement

The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, or UFLPA, was passed to protect an ethnically Turkish, predominantly Muslim minority living in. The post Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Progress or Setback? appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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ILA ‘more likely’ to strike in October as tensions rise

Supply Chain Dive

The union representing East and Gulf Coast port workers made the threat Wednesday, while noting wage and automation concerns are behind contract disagreements.

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Red Sea Attacks Drove 90% Decline in Container Shipping, U.S. Spies Say

Supply Chain Brain

The attacks have impacted at least 65 countries and forced at least 29 major energy and shipping companies to alter their routes.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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How big retailers are battling the last-mile delivery squeeze

Supply Chain Dive

Walmart, Target and Kroger executives pointed to price and technology improvements that they are using to offset cost pressures.

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Watch: When Resources Are Constrained, How Can You Become Sustainable?

Supply Chain Brain

Organizations are inundated with demands for becoming sustainable. How do they achieve that goal when resources are constrained? Laura Rainier, senior director analyst with Gartner, explains.

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Why U.K. Supply Chains Are Nearshoring

Supply Chain Brain

It's not just Brexit that's driving the trend. U.K. companies are increasingly eager to boost risk management, control over products, sustainability credentials and staffing.

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De minimis crackdown: What shippers should know

Supply Chain Dive

The U.S. government is ramping up enforcement on low-cost goods entering the country, suspending brokers like Seko Logistics from a key import program.

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How To Shrink Plastic Use Through Better Supplier Relationships

Supply Chain Brain

Manufacturers are making strides to reduce their plastic footprint. But those seeking to shrink plastic usage can find it difficult to budget, forecast and make nimble decisions.

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McDonald’s names next chief supply chain officer for North America

Supply Chain Dive

Cesar Piña, a 10-year veteran of the company, will succeed Bob Stewart and focus on supply chain resiliency and sustainability.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Port of New Orleans Gets Millions in Funds for New Downriver Terminal

Supply Chain Brain

The new terminal — which is still in the federal permitting process — is expected to open in 2028, and will accept as many as 280,000 containers each year.

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FMCSA extends Baltimore bridge collapse emergency waivers

Supply Chain Dive

The second, and likely final, extension of electronic logging devices and hours of service rules ends June 22.

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Port of Los Angeles Imports Fell 4.5% in May, Exports Rose 23.8%

Supply Chain Brain

Overall container volumes at the busiest U.S. container port are up 18% in the first five months of the year compared to the same period in 2023.

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T-Mobile unlocks marketing efficiency with Adobe Workfront

IBM Supply Chain Blog

With 109 million customers and counting, “uncarrier” T-Mobile is one of the top mobile communications providers in the U.S. The company always puts the customer first, which it achieves by delivering the right experiences and content to the right customers at the right time. But with different sub-brands and business units, T-Mobile’s marketing and content workflows were complex—and often inefficient and disconnected.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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FAA Head Says Agency Was Too Lax With Boeing in Lead-up to Door Plug Incident

Supply Chain Brain

FAA head Mike Whitaker told a U.S. Senate committee that the agency was "too focused on paperwork audits and not enough on inspections.

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Microcontrollers vs. microprocessors: What’s the difference?

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Microcontroller units (MCUs) and microprocessor units (MPUs) are two kinds of integrated circuits that, while similar in certain ways, are very different in many others. Replacing antiquated multi-component central processing units (CPUs) with separate logic units, these single-chip processors are both extremely valuable in the continued development of computing technology.

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Podcast | The Challenges of a Modern-Day Energy Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

The global energy supply chain stands at a crossroads.

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The Best Inventory Management Solutions for Ecom Sellers

Finale Inventory

In the fast-paced world of ecommerce, inventory management plays a crucial role in the success of ecommerce sellers. Efficiently managing your inventory can save you time, money, and the headache of stockouts or overstocks. As an ecommerce seller, you need a reliable inventory management solution to help you stay organized, streamline your operations, and grow your business.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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The Power of Empathy: Building Deeper Connections with Persuasion Training

Negotiations Ninja

Have you ever wondered how some people effortlessly influence others while some struggle to get their points across? The key often lies in a subtle yet powerful skill: empathy.

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What’s up with eSignature apps in 2024

Procurement Insights

Zycus has been a client of mine since 2009. I have worked with them on many projects, including writing eBooks, moderating webinars, and hosting live panels. One of the reasons I like Zycus is that they made a decision to buy back the company from Venture Capitalists to ensure that their focus remained on serving their clients versus cashing out. Over the years, I have seen that deliver customer value on a consistent (and growing) basis.

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Procurement 6 – June 14th, 2024

Art of Procurement

Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post Procurement 6 – June 14th, 2024 appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Procurement Evolution: From Industry to Consultancy with James Ball – Episode 96

Procurement Talk with David Byrne

Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Summary In this episode, Martin Smith interviews James Ball, Associate Director at Infosys Portland. James discusses the differences between working in industry and working in consultancy in the procurement field. James shares his insights based on his 25 years of experience in procurement, with … Continued The post Procurement Evolution: From Industry to Consultancy with James Ball – Episode 96 appeared first on Talent Driv

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Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.