Supply Chain Sustainability: It Comes Down to the Data
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
When it comes to environmental impact, the supply chain has a visibility problem — and not just between external partners.
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Delivery carrier SpeedX pursues growth with zone-skipping service
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 22, 2024
The company expects to triple or quadruple its volumes this year as it competes with the likes of FedEx and UPS.
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Four Cybersecurity Moves Every Manufacturer Can Make
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
Supply chain attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, and manufacturing stakeholders should prepare for the cyber threats that are most likely to impact their operations.
A practitioner’s view of AI in procurement – Are we there yet?
Spend Matters
MAY 22, 2024
Spend Matters is researching the personal viewpoints and the practical application of AI among leaders in the procurement profession. We are welcoming both opinion and real-life use cases from senior procurement and supply practitioners to bring genuine first-hand insights to like-minded procurement professionals. If you would like to join the dialog please reach out to us or submit your points of view or observations here.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Report: As E-Commerce Surges, Merchants Need to Fortify Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
Over the last year, 73% or merchants saw impacts to their businesses from international shipping problems such as delays, damaged products or theft.
J&J Snack Foods opens third distribution center in supply chain overhaul
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 22, 2024
The food manufacturer is shipping 81% of its sales orders from its new network, compared to just 26% a year ago, according to its CEO.
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Episode 166: Cutting Edge Strategies in Tier 1 Retail with Eric Linxwiler
Una
MAY 22, 2024
EPISODE 166 Cutting Edge Strategies in Tier 1 Retail with Eric Linxwiler By Kelly Barner | May 22, 2024 Every single day, successful retailers overcome challenges that few other industries will ever have to face. Complex supply chains, uncertain demand, and – increasingly – regulations that not only force them to consider the big picture but also vary by geography.
Port of Seattle Starts Work on 'Self-Sustaining' Maritime Innovation Center
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
The renovated building will house 15,000 square feet of new work spaces, as well as areas that can be reserved for meetings, seminars, and classes.
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): Definition, Components, and Examples
Pipefy
MAY 22, 2024
A brief introduction to total cost of ownership (TCO) Total cost of ownership refers to all of the expenses that are incurred when purchasing, implementing, deploying, maintaining, and using a product, tool, or equipment. This also includes any time costs associated with downtime, training, or other productivity losses. This total cost of ownership, also known as actual cost, quantifies the entire lifecycle of a product and helps determine or assign a more accurate picture of not only the cost,
Watch: A Double Challenge to Warehouses: Not Enough Labor, and a Need for Speed
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
Monty McVaugh, head of products with Opex Corporation, tackles two major challenges in the warehouse today: the chronic labor shortage, and demand by customers for ever-faster order fulfillment.
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
What Is Process Governance? Models, Benefits, and How to Implement
Pipefy
MAY 22, 2024
Business processes help ensure organizations perform tasks correctly, while also creating a consistent user experience. However, team members must adhere to those processes to realize these advantages. Building and documenting efficient workflows is only the first step in optimizing operations, as organizations must also manage and control these processes.
U.S. Administration Unveils Steps to Protect Workers from Risks of AI
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
The Administration said these principles should be considered during the whole lifecycle of AI – from design to development, testing, training, deployment and use, oversight, and auditing.
Doing More with Less in Procurement
Una
MAY 22, 2024
Doing More With Less in Procurement Five ways Sourcing Heroes can come out on top when they’re constantly being asked to do more with less in procurement. By Hugo Britt | May 23, 2024 Search Search Would you be able to generate more output in your procurement team if you were forced to work with less? Definitely – if you have the help of a GPO.
Container Service at Port of Portland Saved Following Threat of Shutdown
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2024
Ending container service at the Port of Portland would have made Oregon the only coastal state in the U.S. without a container terminal.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
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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!
Support Paper: ESG Health Check
Barkers Procurement
MAY 22, 2024
This Support Paper “ESG Health Check” is free to download! Download Now What Is an ESG/Digital Health Check? At Barkers our ESG Health Check concentrates on the activity within your supply chain. Assessing your supply chain performance is strategically important for your organisation as studies show that the majority (80%) of emissions and ESG risk lies in a business’ supply chain.
NEW WEBINAR: CPO Rising 2024: State of Procurement
CPO Rising
MAY 22, 2024
Join Ardent Partners and Supplier.io on May 30th (2 PM ET) for a webcast on CPO Rising 2024: State of Procurement. Don’t miss the worldwide premiere of major findings from Ardent Partners’ 19th annual CPO Rising 2024: State of Procurement research.
Like Water For Pringles And The Right Number Of Crunches
Procurement Insights
MAY 22, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: I have had the good fortune of getting an advanced copy of a book that will be released to the public over the next few weeks. The title of the book is From Baghdad To Toronto: A Journey Of Values by one of the country’s top business executives. As I turned each page in my cover-to-cover read, I found myself energized by the rich insights—business gold, if you will—from someone whose family business and values go back 700 years.
Procurement News — May 22, 2024
CPO Rising
MAY 22, 2024
Welcome to Procurement News, part of our ongoing aggregate news series covering recent supply management headlines and trends pertinent to Chief Procurement Officers and other procurement leaders! Contact us with your news story here. Procurement Executive News Papa John’s Promotes Kurt Milburn to CSCO ATLANTA — Papa John’s International, Inc.
The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report
Advertiser: GEP
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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