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Beyond Visibility: Social Media’s Role in Reinventing Supply Chain Engagement

All Things Supply Chain

Ever peeked behind the curtain to see how your favorite products come to life? Social media’s doing exactly that, pulling back the veil on manufacturing like never before.

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CPO Crunch: Think intelligently about artificial intelligence

Procurement Leaders

Question: What’s driving your thinking when it comes to the rollout of artificial intelligence in procurement? Is it the efficiencies that might be gained from harnessing the technology? How about the insights that might be available? Or is it more fundamental, such as the potential new business models that might become possible? Or – whisper it quietly – the risks you face from not thinking about it at all?

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Intel’s $8B in CHIPS funding should provide suppliers confidence

Supply Chain Dive

The chipmaker's hundreds of U.S. suppliers should prepare for "when the taps turn on," according to one expert.

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AI and the practice of Procurement – Contracting and Legal

Spend Matters

Complementing our recent research into AI in procurement solution use cases and our wider theme around AI in general , Spend Matters has been undertaking a series of interviews with senior procurement practitioners to gauge the level of interest in, and infiltration of, AI and generative AI (GenAI) in the practical lives of the procurement organization today.

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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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Nestlé launches pair of initiatives to decarbonize cocoa supply chain

Supply Chain Dive

The global food company said its new projects aim to reduce and remove over 500,000 metric tons of carbon over a 20-year period.

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How to Overcome Challenges to Creating Sustainable Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

For global supply chains striving to meet growing expectations of sustainability, transparency and traceability are essential capabilities.

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Canopy: Vendor Analysis — SIM solution overview, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Canopy, a supplier information management (SIM) solution that focuses on supplier data and due diligence. It is critical to ensure an organization knows the suppliers it works with, has all the required information on suppliers and that the information is up-to-date. Decisions about whether to work with a supplier can be simple or complex, depending on the screening and attention that supplier requires This data collection process and data

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Maersk seeks bigger stake in booming cross-border market

Supply Chain Dive

The Tijuana, Mexico, facility will target the technology, automotive, retail and lifestyle sectors.

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MARAD to Ships: Turn off Transponders in Red Sea

Supply Chain Brain

The advisory also highlights Houthi deceptive communications, provides information on the new Joint Maritime Information Center, and updates other threat info.

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Electronics Supply Chain Seeks Balance in 2024

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

Labor costs continue to rise in the electronics supply chain, but industry research finds materials costs and backlogs easing.

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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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Intermodal visibility on rail: How it works and KPIs

Supply Chain Dive

Container visibility on rail is crucial to plan pickup times and avoid fees. Here are key events to watch.

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6 Tips for Students to Develop a Career in the Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

The supply chain industry is vital to the global economy with its complex network of activities, people, organizations, information, and resources. As businesses continue to globalize and markets become increasingly interconnected, the demand for skilled supply chain professionals is rising. Understanding the pathway to success is crucial for students eyeing a career in this dynamic field.

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Bill to Speed Up Flow of Crucial Cargo During Emergencies Goes to U.S. House Floor

Supply Chain Brain

The FAST PASS Act would mandate the secretary of transportation to study how critical cargo can be expedited in emergencies like hurricanes and pandemics.

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Revolutionizing Warehouses with Robotics: A New Era of Efficiency

SCMDOJO

The Rise of Warehouse Robotics: Revolution or Evolution? Nowadays, logistics landscapes and supply chain management are witnessing a breakthrough innovation: the automation of robots in warehouse operations. Amazon defies mere novelty, as proven by the sterling application of over 200k mobile robot units across all their fulfillment centers worldwide.

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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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New Numbers Show Mixed Year for Port of Vancouver in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Although cargo volumes were up 6% at the Port of Vancouver in 2023, container volumes were down 12% due to a variety of factors.

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Air Cargo Week: The Power of Predictive Procurement in Logistics

Arkestro

The integration of digital tools, particularly predictive procurement, has revolutionised the logistics landscape, transforming them from mere add-ons to indisp

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Case study: Parcel Spend Transformation

Supply Chain Brain

Embark on a journey of savings as we unpack parcel spend operations with Reveel. Discover the nuanced strategies that propel our customers to achieve substantial savings in shipping operations.

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Ahead of the curve: How generative AI is revolutionizing the content supply chain

IBM Supply Chain Blog

The global adoption of generative AI is upon us, and it’s essential for marketing organizations to understand and play in this space to stay competitive. With content demands expected to grow in the next few years, organizations need to create more content at a faster pace to meet customer expectations and business needs. Knowing how to manifest these improvements is not always clear: Enter generative AI and the content supply chain.

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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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Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun Announces Resignation

Supply Chain Brain

Calhoun plans to “complete the critical work under way to stabilize and position the company for the future” over the coming months, the announcement said.

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How Purchasing Consultants Simplify the Procurement Process

Procurement Freelancers

The constantly changing nature of business operations necessitates the continual pursuit of efficiency, particularly in the… The post How Purchasing Consultants Simplify the Procurement Process first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Watch: How Are Supply Chains Impacting M&A Dealmaking?

Supply Chain Brain

Debra Hatter, partner with Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP, discusses the findings of the law firm’s second annual Global M&A Trends and Risks Report.

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Celebrating the women of IBM AI Ethics

IBM Supply Chain Blog

For more than 100 years, IBM’s founding principles have inspired efforts to promote equality, fairness and inclusion in the workplace and society. The company has lived the value of “respect for the individual” by championing employment practices that reward ability over identity and that make work more attainable for all. In 1935, approximately twenty years after IBM was founded, it began hiring women into professional roles.

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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.

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2024 Supply Chain Management Readiness Index

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

Lack of predictive view leaving organizations vulnerable to disruption

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Mitigating the impact of climate change in insurance and other financial services  

IBM Supply Chain Blog

As the effects of climate change intensify, extreme weather events are becoming increasingly frequent and severe. The US experienced 25 extreme weather events in 2023, each causing losses of over USD 1 billion, with a total cost of USD 73.8 billion. These climate events have a huge potential impact on financial institutions. In 2021, large-scale floods affected the European countries of Austria, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, causing USD 43 billion worth of damage in addition

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If You Are A Solution Provider “Selling” To Procurement – Stop It!

Procurement Insights

This is the fourth video in this series. In the previous three, I provided successful case studies involving the following organizations: GE Capital A.G. Simpson Lear Corporation General Motors Kellogg’s Kodak Deloitte Touche (now Deloitte) Before proceeding to the next case studies, starting with the Department of National Defence contract, I would like to discuss how to build your own success stories.

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Cut costs and emissions with lithium-ion forklifts

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

Read the case study to unpack how the change to this electric power option can help operations limit costs, reduce emissions, improve work environments and boost labor utilization.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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The Evolution of Physical Security Technology in the Supply Chain Industry

Supply Chain Brain

In 20 years, the evolution of physical security in the supply chain may be remembered as one of the greatest driving forces of change in the supply chain industry.

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February and year-to-date U.S. import volume is solid, reports S&P Global Market Intelligence

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

February imports, at 2.44 million TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units) increased 21% compared to February 2023. And when taking into account, the timing of the Lunar New Year, coupled with the impact of ongoing Red Sea and Panama Canal disruptions, the firm explained that U.S.-bound imports over the first two months of 2024, at 5.04 million TEU, posted a 14% annual increase over 2023’s 4.40 million TEU.

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Jonathan O’Brien delivering a guest lecture for Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

Positive Purchasing

Procurement MBA Students Prepare for Expert Insights in Supplier Relationships and Innovation On 2 April, our CEO Jonathan O’Brien, will be delivering an online guest lecture on ‘Supplier Relationships and Innovation’ to Procurement MBA students at the Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. The event is designed as part of the university’s curriculum to improve the skillset of future procurement professionals.

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FAA Considers Limits on New United Routes After Safety Incidents

Supply Chain Brain

The FAA is reportedly suspending United’s ability to approve and promote pilots to fly different aircraft models amid plans to increase oversight.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

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.