Delivery provider Point Pickup ceases operations as it seeks a sale
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 19, 2024
The company is looking to find a buyer quickly, as its "assets are basically melting ice cubes — they are losing money," a lawyer said.
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Time for Chief Supply Chain Officers to Get Serious About Third-Party Risks
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
Geopolitical risks are disrupting global supply chains and compelling business leaders to take third-party risk management more seriously.
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ADM outlines supply chain cost savings plan
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 19, 2024
The company is eyeing $500 million in overall cost savings and aims to reduce complexities in its animal nutrition business.
Room for Improvement in E-Commerce: Consumer Survey
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
The research identified that more than half of consumers surveyed globally (56%) are dissatisfied with their retail digital commerce experiences.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
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.
Nike agrees to use biofuel for some cargo with CMA CGM
Supply Chain Dive
MARCH 19, 2024
The apparel and sportswear retailer plans to use biofuel in 36% of its volumes with the France-based carrier.
Unlocking Track and Trace for FSMA 204 Compliance
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
While two years may seem like ample time to prepare, the reality is that it takes careful planning and multiple steps to implement advanced track and trace technology.
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AliExpress Expands 5-Day Delivery to U.S. Amid Ongoing E-Commerce Battle With Temu
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
AliExpress and Temu have frequently been neck-and-neck as two of the most valuable Chinese firms on the U.S. stock exchange.
Meet AI in eProcurement
Spend Matters
MARCH 19, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) comes in many forms (for a complete history of AI in procurement see our recently published autogmentation series) and despite being a consistent ‘hot topic’ for well over a decade now, continues to grow and evolve each year in the procurement industry. In this series of articles we explore the current state of AI in procurement technology.
Ukraine Regains Dominance of Black Sea, Enabling Resumption of Grain Exports
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
Ukrainian farmers have sharply increased sales since Russian warships were pushed back by attacks with Ukrainian naval drones.
Why Chief Supply Chain Officers Should Embrace Employee Turnover
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MARCH 19, 2024
Most companies resist employee turnover, but embracing it can offer advantages to organizations, including lower onboarding costs.
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
Unlocking Insights with Life Cycle Inventory Analysis
SCMDOJO
MARCH 19, 2024
In today’s increasingly eco-conscious world, understanding the environmental impact of our actions is paramount. This is where the Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) comes into play. A comprehensive analysis of the energy and material inputs, outputs, and environmental impacts associated with a product’s life cycle, LCI helps us unlock valuable insights into sustainable practices.
Princeton TMX Launches Tool To Help Shippers Measure and Track Carbon Footprint
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
The tool collects carbon emission information gathered at the point of shipment execution using loading data within the TMS.
Elevating Supply Chain Visibility through Effective Marketing
SCMDOJO
MARCH 19, 2024
Discover Ways to Boost Supply Chain Visibility through Digital Marketing Supply chain visibility is essential for providing a superior customer experience and sustaining customer loyalty over time. When customers have transparency into product availability, delivery timelines, and order status, they are more likely to complete purchases and continue shopping with a business.
Topo Offers Task Management Solution for Supply Chain Operations
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
The Task Manager, a supply chain-focused project management tool, offers a product- and supplier-centric approach.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
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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!
Supply Chain Department – A Typical Structure
SCMDOJO
MARCH 19, 2024
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, having an efficient supply chain department is more important than ever. A streamlined supply chain can make a significant impact on the overall success of a business, improving operational efficiency, increasing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue growth. But how exactly can businesses achieve this level of efficiency?
China's Container Market Stays Stable Because of Supply-Demand Imbalance
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
The market for containers is witnessing a significant mismatch between buyer and seller price expectations, because of continued strong demand.
What Is Your ESG “Achilles” Heel?
Procurement Insights
MARCH 19, 2024
Using great tools like solution maps to choose the right solution provider is equivalent to trying to count the stars in our universe and reliably distinguishing one from another. Like stargazing, you see an impressive array of potential partners but are overwhelmed by the brightness of their collective recognition. Or, as many CPOs have told me, they suffer from “solution map migraine.” I have said it many times, but gone are the days of no one ever getting fired for buying IBM.
Survey Uncovers 'Crucial Gap' in Retail Worker Tech Needs
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
Scandit's survey found that 40% of respondents feel that their employers don’t invest in their techology needs.
The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report
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
6 ways the recruitment process is boosted by AI
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MARCH 19, 2024
Nobody likes paperwork. And as important as talent acquisition is for any organization, it involves a lot of it: sifting through resumes, posting job descriptions, onboarding new employees. These tasks aren’t all tedium, and in fact, they often require human-level discernment. However, many components of these tasks can now be automated or augmented by AI , allowing hiring managers to focus on providing smarter, higher-level engagement with candidates.
Watch: Supply Chain Visibility: More Important Than Ever
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
Supply chain visibility will remain top of mind for shippers, says Peter Weis, chief information officer and senior vice president of supply chain at ITS Logistics.
How Decision Automation Is Revolutionizing Business Processes
Pipefy
MARCH 19, 2024
Decision automation combines artificial intelligence, business rules, and process data to automate steps or tasks that fuel decision-making processes. This type of automation is ideal for repetitive or routine procedures that power day-to-day decisions and operations. Decision automation also helps reduce risks, errors, or delays associated with leaving decisions to individuals or groups of people.
How will Generative AI in Procurement impact us?
Procurement Software
MARCH 19, 2024
When you hear the words Generative AI in Procurement, your reaction is probably one of two things: Either you get excited, thinking of all the benefits and time-saving hacks it could offer. Or else, you sigh and roll your eyes, thinking it’s just the latest hype cycle. There’s a valid argument both ways, but one thing is for sure. This technology is here to stay, in one form or another.
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.
Silk Way West Airlines Buys an Extra Boeing 777 Freighter
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 19, 2024
The Azerbaijani airline says it further demonstrates Silk Way West Airlines' commitment to sustainability in the air cargo industry.
Don’t Get Duped by Supplier “Washing”
Una
MARCH 19, 2024
Don't Get Duped by Supplier "Washing" Tips sourcing professionals can use to identify and avoid certain corporate and supplier washing practices as part of their ESG strategy. By Hugo Britt | March 19, 2024 Search Search You’re a savvy procurement pro working for a global retail company that’s all about building a sustainable supply chain.
Intake to Procure to Pay – Rujul Zaparde from ZIP
The Procuretech Podcast
MARCH 19, 2024
In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads interviews Rujul Zaparde, founder and CEO of Zip. They discuss the importance of embracing modernisation and digitisation in procurement. Rujul shares insights on how to effectively allocate a budget for driving change within the function, highlighting the significance of control and visibility over spend in today's procurement landscape.
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