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US kicks off Indo-Pacific supply chain meetings

Supply Chain Dive

Fourteen member countries met for the first time under an agreement to boost supply chain resiliency.

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Will FedEx Freight hit the open road?

Art of Procurement

When you read news that a company is thinking about spinning off a division, it is usually because that division. The post Will FedEx Freight hit the open road? appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Albertsons and Instacart expand e-commerce partnership

Supply Chain Dive

The companies are rolling out nationwide pickup and delivery in as little as 30 minutes for the grocer’s banners and offering same-day delivery for Haggen Food & Pharmacy in Washington.

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The Current State of Live Tracking Technologies

Supply Chain Brain

While the technology continues to push live-tracking devices forward, businesses need to evaluate the pros and cons of what’s available today,

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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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USTR sets timetable to implement Biden’s proposed tariff hikes

Supply Chain Dive

The federal agency expects to make a determination later this month.

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Going Beyond Green: Why the Logistics Sector Needs To Focus on How It Treats Its People

Supply Chain Brain

The logistics sector is pursuing ESG projects, including reduced emissions and more sustainable packaging. But it doesn’t yet have a great reputation for the way it treats its employees.

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Maersk Sees Global Trade Disruptions Lasting Throughout 2024

Supply Chain Brain

The extra vessel capacity needed to sail around Africa has pumped up freight rates at a time when the market was entering a post-pandemic slump.

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The Future of Procurement: Predictive Procurement as a Key Driver in the Automotive Industry

Arkestro

Resources / Blog / The Future of Procurement: Predictive Procurement as a Key Driver in the Automotive Industry The Future of Procurement: Predictive Procurement as a Key Driver in the Automotive Industry By Dr. Charlotte de Brabandt Procurement in the automotive industry is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. As supply chains become increasingly volatile, the need for proactive, data-driven solutions has never been more critical.

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Porsche Faces 'Severe Supply Shortage' after Flood at Aluminum Supplier Factory

Supply Chain Brain

Porsche expects the disruptions to affect every vehicle it manufactures, and says that it could be forced to temporarily shut down production for one or more of its vehicle series.

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By the end of 2025, most procurement solution providers will disappear from the map – here is what you need to know as a practitioner

Procurement Insights

Either by absorption, acquisition or just plain going out of business, most procurement solution providers will not exist in their current form by the end of 2025. This statement is a hard truth that you, as a practitioner, must recognize and accept as not only a real possibility but likely an inevitability. Those who have been in the industry for 30 years or more likely already know this, having seen the same script play out in the past, e.g., the dot com boom and bust.

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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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Port of LA Struggles With Shift in Power Supply

Supply Chain Brain

The problem threatens the bid to phase out diesel-powered machinery by 2030, because the shift means cargo-handling companies are becoming more dependent on the electric grid.

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Positive Purchasing Partners With Forestreet

Positive Purchasing

Here at Positive Purchasing we are delighted to report a significant step towards our goal of being the only digital platform provider to offer ‘everything you need for strategic procurement outside your P2P system’ within our Procleus ecosystem. We are very pleased to announce our new tech partnership with Forestreet ! Forestreet are leaders in making market and vendor discovery smarter and easier.

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U.S. Regulators Say Amazon is Responsible for Recalling Hazardous Products

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filed a lawsuit against Amazon in 2021, after identifying more than 400,000 hazardous products sold on the company's platform.

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USDOT Gives Awards to Transport Groups Fighting Human Trafficking

Supply Chain Brain

USDOT's yearly "Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Awards" are handed out to groups that "advance innovative and shareable solutions" in the transportation sector.

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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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Podcast | The Latest Plague: A Huge Increase in Supply Chain Cyberattacks

Supply Chain Brain

The occurrence of cyberattacks on global supply chains is hardly news. But their frequency might come as a surprise.

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Understanding the Total Economic Impact™ of AutoStore Cube Storage

Supply Chain Brain

Discover the proven benefits you could achieve by implementing AutoStore, with Forrester’s latest research study.

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