All Things Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Organizations navigating increasingly complex global networks have discovered that integrating sustainable practices has multiple key benefits. Sustainability can drastically slash waste, streamline operational efficiency, and even improve employee engagement.
Procurement Leaders
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Last week’s World Sustainability Congress in Amsterdam was an energising experience for many reasons and a reminder of the huge amount of work that CPOs must do to ensure we progress against ESG targets. I was fortunate to have the role of cohost for the event and was left inspired by the level of passion in the room. But I am also convinced that we must do more as a procurement community and profession to accelerate progress.
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Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Seattle-based Basel Action Network sounded the alarm that more than 800 tons of electric arc furnace dust were being illegally transported after the group received a tipoff.
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The carrier has closed nine of its buildings this year and shifted more volume to automated hubs, according to company executives.
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Spend Matters
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Procurement activities and tasks are operational, tactical and strategic. Therefore, depending on the technology used and the processes digitized, the impact of technology can be divided into automation and augmentation, with augmentation being more ‘autogmentation’ [/aw-tog-men-tay-shun/] as we call it. Traditional AI enables organizations to tackle more complex use cases and follow the path to ‘autogmentation,’ which focuses on augmenting human intelligence and knowledg
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Cross-docking inefficiencies are leading to issues bringing inventory into the company's fulfillment network, experts say.
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Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
As we navigate this year’s peak season, several factors are making it unusually challenging, especially for the healthcare industry.
Spend Matters
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Part 2 of this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis focuses on the strengths and opportunities of Onventis’ source-to-pay (S2P) solution. We also look at the voice of the customer and the elements to consider when looking at Onventis as a potential solution provider. Part 1 of the series provided a history and overview of the Onventis source-to-pay solution.
Procurement Insights
OCTOBER 28, 2024
What do you see in the following screenshot – which I had to get permission to use? In an upcoming video, I will introduce you to the birth of the AI Operating System and where it is headed.
Spend Matters
OCTOBER 28, 2024
In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of Onventis and its solution for source-to-pay (S2P). Source-to-pay solutions allow organizations to streamline how they manage their procurement lifecycle from start to finish. S2P suites typically cover sourcing, supplier management, contract management, spend analytics, AP automation and e-procurement.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Big Joe’s user-directed AMR pallet movers offer a smart, cost-effective entry into automation — enhancing productivity with no need for expensive upgrades.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Instead of worrying about things that they can't directly control, manufacturers must address what’s happening on the factory floor.
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The department will use the funds to pay agencies for responding to and cleaning up after the March 26 collapse.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Another $4.6 million will go toward six terminals within the Port of Long Beach, as well as the city's Port Police Division and the Long Beach Fire Department.
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea
ContractSafe
OCTOBER 28, 2024
IT contacts are the lifeblood of any modern organization. From software licenses to cloud services, data privacy agreements and vendor agreements, these contracts govern how businesses acquire, use, and manage IT assets like SaaS subscriptions, cloud infrastructure, or even hardware rental.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The issue of automation at ports – both in terms of physical equipment and data management – remains at the heart of disagreements between the two sides.
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
OCTOBER 28, 2024
With today’s mix of hybrid and remote work, knowing how to deal with difficult stakeholders has become more critical than ever. Navigating digital communication and shifting project priorities isn’t always easy, especially when stakeholders are challenging to engage. Below, we’ll go over some common signs of difficult stakeholders and provide practical strategies for overcoming these challenges.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The German automaker also plans to downsize its remaining plants, reduce worker salaries by at least 10%, and freeze pay raises for the next two years.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
CPO Rising
OCTOBER 28, 2024
During the last couple of weeks, I’ve attended a few great conferences (shoutout to Zip, Keelvar, DPW and SAP). Several discussions and observations from these conferences point to how the… The post Magnus Mondays — Services and CoEs in a Next-Gen Procurement Tech World appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 28, 2024
In today’s competitive business landscape, optimizing supply chains is crucial for achieving operational efficiency and cost reduction. While inventory management and logistics often take center stage, another critical component that significantly impacts supply chain performance is fixed asset management. Fixed assets, such as machinery, equipment, and vehicles, are essential for businesses to operate smoothly.
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Hershey and other big chocolate producers are turning to gummies and other candy to offset supply issues with the crop.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Federal health officials believe that the E. coli likely came from the raw slivered onions inside the Quarter Pounder.
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Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Large retailers have started a new trend: opening sortation centers to cut costs and simultaneously reduce delivery times.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The updates include a dynamic picking control tower that provides real-time monitoring for picking operations in warehouses.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) is an established industry process that aims at finding a balance between demand and supply and streamlining cross-functional collaboration. Procurement People should learn the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Process. Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Today I’m joined by supply chain software brand, Manhattan Associates. Manhattan provide more than just supply chain solutions. Through advanced cloud-native technology, and deep collaboration, their team of experienced industry experts are dedicated to equipping their partners with the tools needed to navigate the supply chain commerce world effectively.
Advertiser: GEP
Financial institutions must navigate a complex web of policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and manage risk. When Hellenic Bank, a leading retail lender in Cyprus, set out to transform its procurement operations, it needed more than just software deployment. It required a partner that would help embed its intricate buying processes — with all its validations, risk assessments and tiered approvals — into a unified system.
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