Spend Matters

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In readiness for our Q1 2025 theme of Procurement Transformation, which will include how to even start your digital journey, how to make the case for it, how to shape your digital roadmap and how to survive it, we have received input from some solution providers on their own customers journeys. Mike Jud , Senior Director Customer Experience at P2P solution provider Vroozi , shares what their customers are looking for from their digital procurement investment.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program now has 85 members, including Best Buy, True Value, BNSF and CMA CGM.

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The Procuretech Podcast

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads welcomes Gregory Vider, co-founder and CEO of Apadua, to discuss their recent Indirect Procurement Days invite-only mini conference held near Frankfurt, Germany. Their conversation delves into the benefits of networking in a more intimate setting compared to larger conferences. Tune in to explore how these innovative events could shape the future of marketing in the procurement space.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Are low staff and dispatcher-to-driver ratios and high costs impacting your top- and bottom-line? Are inefficient, error-prone and manual processes preventing you from scaling? Are you struggling to meet increasing levels of visibility, connectivity and data accuracy?

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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.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Bel Group deployed Kinaxis Maestro software across its operations to improve disruption mitigation, shelf-life management and distribution optimization.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Mars is planning to have cocoa it purchases physically separated from products that come from other unverified sources at every stage in its supply chain.

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Procurement Freelancers

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Market uncertainties across the globe have transformed how businesses approach procurement practices. Sourcing consultants now… The post Risk Management Strategies From Leading Sourcing Consultants first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The Port of Los Angeles will likely surpass 900,000 TEUs in December, and is on track to handle 10 million TEUs for the year for only the second time,

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The drug distributor is helping manufacturers tackle compliance with the long-awaited law's implementation.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Trucking companies need to invest in the resources that will help them predict and prepare for future recessions, and whatever else may await them in the coming years.

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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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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The retailer plans to contract many operations at these three centers to third-party logistics companies.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In this webinar, well explore how AI technologies are redefining high-stakes decision-making to amplify human potential. Through a real-world example, youll see how a connected approach to AI transformed operationsstreamlining workflows, optimizing decisions, and enabling teams to focus on what ultimately drives business success.

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Spotlight on Procurement

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Host Jessica Spicher takes the mic for a new series of shorter, insightful episodes called Procurement Snapshot. We start the series with a focus on procurements critical relationship with finance. Jessica interviews Vice President, Fabian Bodoky, about the evolving collaboration between procurement and finance in private equity and high-growth tech companies.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Following is a four-step approach to ensuring a smooth post-merger or acquisition supply chain integration, and setting up the new entity for success.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Pipefy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Digital transformation is in full swing, and the AI Workforce is emerging as a strategic tool for companies seeking to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations. This concept revolves around incorporating intelligent agents into business workflows, enhancing efficiency and team productivity. Keep reading to uncover how this approach can transform your operations!

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Exxon's planned facility would be the first natural gas power plant in the U.S. operating at a commercial scale with carbon capture technology.

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Pipefy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Digital transformation is in full swing, and the AI Workforce is emerging as a strategic tool for companies seeking to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations. This concept revolves around incorporating intelligent agents into business workflows, enhancing efficiency and team productivity. Keep reading to uncover how this approach can transform your operations!

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Workers at two Amazon facilities near Atlanta, Georgia, and a delivery facility in Skokie, Illinois, outside of Chicago, also voted to authorize strikes December 15.

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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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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 17, 2024

CSCMP Certification and SCMDOJO are rich in knowledge and resources, but we must distinguish their prominent differences to select the best. As you know, time is money and should be utilized wisely. Isnt it high time we chose one to elevate your supply chain career? Lets dig deep and analyze what we need to know about both these platforms. Overview: CSCMP Certification VS SCMDOJO CSCMP Certification They offer certifications, such as the ScPro, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), and Cer

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Over long holiday weekends, distribution centers and warehouses are known to operate with reduced staffing, offering attractive targets to would-be thieves.

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Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2024

EDITOR’S NOTE: Today’s post aims to identify the patterns or similarities of three significant economic policy events. These events should challenge us to better understand and prepare for the inevitable impact on our collective supply chains both today and in the future. The big question is will they finally enable us to implement the three most important supply chain practices?

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Andrew Jackson, North America business development manager with AutoStore, details the right and the wrong way to automate a modern-day warehouse.

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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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