South Africa Can Fix Backlogged Ports in a Year, Minister Says
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 6, 2024
The collapse of rail, ports and other infrastructure — exacerbated by years of poor governance — have hamstrung Africa’s most industrialized economy.
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The Role of Sourcing Consultants in Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions
Procurement Freelancers
AUGUST 6, 2024
There will inevitably be supply chain disruptions in the modern, globalized economy. These disruptions, which… The post The Role of Sourcing Consultants in Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
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BMW to Open Five New EV Battery Plants Across Three Continents
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 6, 2024
The factories will be built in the U.S. in South Carolina, Germany's Lower Bavaria region, Shenyang, China, Debrecen, Hungary, and San Luis Potosi, Mexico.
DHL Express launches surcharge ahead of peak season
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 6, 2024
The logistics company attributed the fee to heightened seasonality as China-based e-commerce volumes grow.
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Boeing Workers Allege Culture of Rushed Work, Low Safety Standards
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 6, 2024
One worker claimed that his team was "replacing doors like we were replacing our underwear," and that planes would arrive "jacked up every day.
Trucking carriers haul more retail freight as industrial demand lags
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 6, 2024
Less-than-truckload companies Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and TForce Freight are all eager for a rebound in manufacturing demand.
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Canadian National, CPKC to resume contract talks with Teamsters
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 6, 2024
Representatives from the railroads and union agreed to meet Wednesday as a potential strike looms.
Manufacturing’s Hidden Risk Will Be Outdated SAP Systems
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 6, 2024
By understanding the specific threats that have historically targeted SAP systems, companies can better prepare and mitigate potential risks.
A “be all you can be” promo video for AI?!?
Procurement Insights
AUGUST 6, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: Today’s post is inspired by a 1:46 #DPWNYC video titled “ How Can Leaders Achieve The Exponential Impact of AI.” I will start by sincerely apologizing for what I am about to write, but I watched this video multiple times, and it didn’t say anything new. As much as I wanted to like it, it was like a “be all you can be” promo video for AI.
Bombardier considers whether M&A could alleviate supply chain woes
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 6, 2024
President and CEO Éric Martel noted that the planemaker is facing issues with engine supply.
Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations
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As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.
Will Tech and AI make Category Manager roles irrelevant?
The Procuretech Podcast
AUGUST 6, 2024
This episode of The Procurement Software Podcast delves into the impact of technology and AI on category manager roles in procurement. Host James Meads explores how advancements in tech can potentially change the landscape of procurement and discusses specific areas like spend analytics that can benefit from AI applications. Tune in to learn more about the evolving role of category managers in the era of technological advancements.
Importance of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) in Procurement
TYA Suite
AUGUST 6, 2024
has become more than just buying products and services in the modern era. It is becoming an essential activity. At its core, procurement involves building and maintaining robust relationships with suppliers to ensure a seamless flow of operations. This is where supplier relationship management (SRM) plays a pivotal role. SRM is a comprehensive approach that focuses on strategically planning and managing interactions with third-party vendors that supply goods and services to an organization.
Techniques of Inventory Control to Improve Inventory Management Efficiency
TYA Suite
AUGUST 6, 2024
Effective inventory management is crucial for businesses aiming to optimize operational efficiency and meet customer demand without excessive costs or shortages. Implementing advanced techniques of inventory control can significantly enhance these efforts. By leveraging data-driven insights, businesses can streamline procurement, minimize carrying costs, and ensure adequate stock levels.
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