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How Will Higher Education Procurement Cope in an Age of Uncertainty?

Jaggaer

Uncertainty around federal and state policy changes poses a significant challenge for procurement leaders across all types of higher education institutions. Community colleges, public universities, and private institutions alike must navigate the potential for budget cuts, shifts in federal aid programs, and changing regulatory requirements. One major concern is the possibility of reductions in public service funding, which could lead to cuts in state appropriations for higher education, putting

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Who Cares, There Is An Elephant In The Room!

Procurement Insights

What is the “SOA Hangover?” My posts and related discussion streams do not aim to achieve consensus. When we all gain new insights, it creates a much-needed perspective and checks and balances to avoid tunnel vision. In essence, it simplifies and zeros in on the core objective – for procurement, that means addressing the high generational failure rate of ProcureTech initiatives.

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What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

Supply Chain Dive

From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

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Arkestro Welcomes Two New Executive Advisors To Support Ongoing Growth

Arkestro

Press Releases / Arkestro Welcomes Two New Executive Advisors To Support Ongoing Growth Arkestro Welcomes Two New Executive Advisors To Support Ongoing Growth Leading predictive procurement platform expands Executive Advisor Board to shape the company’s strategic direction SAN FRANCISCO, CA, March 20, 2025 Arkestro , the premier Predictive Procurement Platform accelerating enterprise spend transformation, announces two newly appointed industry leaders to its Executive Advisory Board.

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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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Kroger keeps eye on produce tariff exposure

Supply Chain Dive

The supermarket chain is also identifying opportunities to diversify its sourcing base for other commodities.

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Tracy Kosiarek on the People Side of Supply Chain Innovation

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Supply chain resilience and innovation to quickly respond to market disruption are more critical than ever amidst ongoing regulatory changes and geopolitical tensions. Tariffs are nothing new. If you work in supply chain then you know that as long as theyve been around, theyve traditionally been used as a way to protect domestic industries. So, whats changed?

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Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal

Supply Chain Dive

The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.

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A Supply Chain Playbook for Tariff Response

Supply Chain Brain

There are a number of steps that manufacturers can take to mitigate supply chain risk and increase resilience if they start now.

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De minimis changes: Businesses, trade groups weigh in

Supply Chain Dive

Customs and Border Protection proposals to increase data requirements and limit the exemption's use drew a mixed response from commenters.

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EU Postpones Retaliatory Tariffs Against U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

The EU's tariffs were initially scheduled to gradually roll out between April 1 and April 13, impacting 26 billion ($28.4 billion) worth of U.S. products.

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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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Unlock Procurement Success: The Vital Role of a Sourcing and Procurement Consultant

Procurement Freelancers

Summery: A sourcing and procurement consultant plays a crucial role in helping businesses optimize their… The post Unlock Procurement Success: The Vital Role of a Sourcing and Procurement Consultant first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Podcast | Why Manufacturing Lags in Protecting Against Cyberattacks

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to effective cybersecurity, manufacturers are way behind the curve.

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What is a Product Sourcing Agent? Benefits & How to Choose One

Procurement Freelancers

In todays fast-paced global market, businesses constantly seek ways to streamline their supply chains and… The post What is a Product Sourcing Agent? Benefits & How to Choose One first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Watch: Implications of the Panama Port Deal for U.S. National Security

Supply Chain Brain

Nick Vyas, founding director of the Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute at USC, discusses the ramifications of the sale of two port-management contracts at the Panama Canal.

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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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Rittal, Electrical Enclosure Specialist, Confirms JAGGAER to Streamline Procurement, Increase Transparency, and Enhance Compliance

Jaggaer

RESEARCH TRIANGLE, NC, March 20, 2025 Rittal, one of the world’s leading system providers of electrical enclosures, power distribution, climate control, IT infrastructure, software and services, has confirmed JAGGAER for its procurement processes. From sourcing and contract management to order management, supplier relationship and complaint management, JAGGAER’s solutions support Rittal in optimizing its procurement processes.

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CK Hutchison Flags Political Risk as Port Deal Upsets China

Supply Chain Brain

CK Hutchison has been caught in the crosshairs of increasing tensions between the U.S. and China since it announced an agreement to sell 43 ports.

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Financial Sustainability in Multi-Academy Trusts: Key Strategies for Long-Term Success

Planergy

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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KYC Automation: Simplify Validation for Insurance Customers

Pipefy

KYC Automation ( Know Your Customer ) is an essential process for the insurance sector. It aims to ensure regulatory compliance, prevent fraud, and enhance the customer experience. However, traditional KYC methods are often time-consuming and prone to human errors. By adopting KYC automation, insurance companies can leverage BPM (Business Process Management), BPA (Business Process Automation), and smart workflows to optimize the process, reduce operational costs, and increase security.

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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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Revenue Reserves in Multi-Academy Trusts: Importance, Benefits, and Strategies for Financial Stability

Planergy

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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Today’s Intake/Orchestration And The SOA Hangover

Procurement Insights

Here is an excerpt from a comment in a recent discussion stream about the potential misunderstanding of an agent-based internal and external metaprise development and implementation model: “I ask, because the part where you say what I/O can’t do feels off if it’s in a solution that runs all the way through pay. These I2P solutions connect with an ERP (Netsuite, Sage, etc) and run seamlessly.” It took me a little while to figure out the disconnect , especially regarding th

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Nvidia Bets on U.S. as Global Chip Race Heats Up

Supply Chain Brain

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explained how the company is looking to capitalize on the Trump administration's "America First" approach to manufacturing.

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EU pushes back retaliatory tariffs on US to mid-April

Supply Chain Dive

The decision provides additional time for discussions with the Trump administration, according to a European Commission spokesperson.

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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.