Tue.Dec 24, 2024

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Brazil Shuts Down Construction of BYD Factory Over 'Slavery' Conditions

Supply Chain Brain

Brazil's Public Labor Prosecutor's Office said workers were put in a "degrading" environment and had their passports and salaries withheld by a building company.

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Purchase Order Controls: Why Managing PO Approvals is a Big Deal

Procurement Express

The way businesses handle purchasing is evolving. Were seeing a shift from outdated, manual processes to streamlined systems that turn procurement into a strategic advantage. And at the heart of this transformation is the purchase order management system. Submitting purchase order documents the old-fashioned way isnt just inefficient. Its risky. Without proper purchase controls, budgets spiral, supplier management suffers, and inventory levels become a guessing game.

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American Air Says Christmas Eve Delays Caused By Tech Glitch

Supply Chain Brain

Operations were disrupted on a day where the Federal Aviation Administration expects to see about 30,000 U.S. flights across all carriers.

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Purchase Control Is A Nightmare To Solve – Here’s Why

Procurement Express

Purchase control is one of those things that feels small until its not. Its the foundation for managing company spend, keeping cash flow in check, and making sure your team doesnt spend three days tracking down a single lost receipt. And yet, for a lot of small businesses, its a total mess. Purchasing is about getting the right stuff at the right time from the right suppliers for a fair price without blowing up your budget or your supplier relationships.

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From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity

Learn strategies to develop supply chain maturity and save on costs. In this webinar, supply chain industry experts share insights and best practices for enhancing supply chain efficiency, resilience and adaptability. Delve into the stages of supply chain maturity, from foundational management to advanced optimization and innovation. Discover actionable first steps to boost your operations and reduce costs.