Mon.Nov 04, 2024

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IDAS (M.K. Technologies LTD): Vendor Analysis — PO Lifecycle Management solution overview, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis, we give an overview of IDAS, a solution from M.K. Technologies built to address critical challenges faced by manufacturers, particularly unexpected late deliveries, which can halt production lines and damage customer relationships. By providing a unique supplier portal that integrates data from various ERP systems, IDAS helps manufacturers maintain on-time delivery rates, ensuring operational efficiency and stability in complex supply chains.

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Tariffs, Trade, and Transition: The US Election’s Potential

All Things Supply Chain

Tomorrow marks the 2024 U.S. presidential election, a pivotal event with significant implications for supply chains.

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Does a 2008 answer to a question on “optimization modeling” still stand in 2024?

Procurement Insights

EDITOR’S NOTE: More than two decades ago, the foundational elements for successfully utilizing advanced, self-learning algorithms to optimize the procurement process using an agent-based model were well established. Somewhere along the line, we got distracted by SaaS and digital transformation, and now we are at risk of being sidetracked by Agentic AI.

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Hasbro’s supply chain overhaul leads 2024 cost savings

Supply Chain Dive

The toy and game company’s long-term transformation plan has focused heavily on shrinking inventory, a trend that continued in Q3.

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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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NASPO State and Local Government Procurement: A Practical Guide, 4th Edition

Procurement Insights

The National Association of State Procurement Officials is proud to make the State and Local Government Procurement: A Practical Guide, 4th Edition, available to government professionals, students, suppliers, educators, and others interested in learning about public procurement. Since the publication of the 3rd Edition, this guide has continued to be adopted by many procurement offices for use in their internal training programs and resource libraries.

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Skechers’ Q3 inventory spike doesn’t dim peak season outlook

Supply Chain Dive

The shoemaker is seeing overstock in China and in-transit, but the company can move products across markets as needed.

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Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in procurement

Supply Chain Dive

Incorporating AI into procurement is a technical endeavor that must consider the human impact to be successful, 4C Associates’ director of digital innovation writes.

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Magnus Mondays — Feature, Product, or Company?

CPO Rising

When I joined Ardent Partners a year ago, my very first article was about the proliferation of procurement solutions. My experience at the DPW conference and, perhaps to a lesser… The post Magnus Mondays — Feature, Product, or Company? appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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The true cost of not having a safety program

Supply Chain Dive

Make sure your drivers are safe not only for themselves but others around them with safety programs.

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Supplier Diversity: Looking Beyond the Media Cycles

Supply Chain Brain

We’ve seen a wave of companies retreat from DEI initiatives due to social media negativity and brand perception.

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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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Levi Strauss seeks decarbonized supply chain

Supply Chain Dive

The denim manufacturer has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing scope 3 emissions 42% by 2030.

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Maersk Opens 24-Acre Distribution Center in the Philippines

Supply Chain Brain

With a 76,000-pallet capacity, the distribution center is Maersk's largest in the country to date.

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Tariffs hikes could be coming. Stanley Black & Decker says it’s ready.

Supply Chain Dive

The toolmaker has been formulating a mitigation strategy since the spring, with the company planning to shift production away from China.

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Amazon Partners With Online Grocer Jüsto for Deliveries in Mexico

Supply Chain Brain

The partnership helps Amazon expand the inventory of fresh products and supermarket staples available to shoppers in Mexico.

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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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433: Women In Supply Chain, Annie Torikian

Let's Talk Supply Chain

  In today’s episode of Women in Supply Chain, I’m joined by award-winning industry leader, Annie Torikian. Annie has been a driving force for efficiency and innovation in supply chain management for over 25 years. Over the course of her long career with Tecsys, Annie has spearheaded numerous transformative initiatives and served as a mentor for women, as well as being an invaluable member of her community.

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De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official

Supply Chain Dive

A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.

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Canada Port Disruption Sparks Fear of Wider Trade Snarls

Supply Chain Brain

A leading business group called for government intervention to prevent costly economic damage.

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Why Comparing Sales Bonuses to Procurement Savings is Misleading

The Good Spending

The comparison—where a $100K sales win gets a $10K bonus, but saving $100K on a procurement contract gets nothing—might seem like a compelling argument for unfairness at first glance. However, this comparison oversimplifies the complex roles of sales and procurement teams. Let’s unpack this misconception from different angles. Different Objectives and Impact While it’s tempting to see a $100K sales win and a $100K procurement savings as equivalent financial achievements, their impact on business

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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