Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Spend Matters has been speaking with procurement practitioners and solution providers to get a wide view of how procurement and digital transformation is happening in the real world. That view wouldnt be complete without the perspective of the service providers who work shoulder-to-shoulder with the firms undergoing transformation. To that end we spoke with transformation specialist Tanya Wade from multinational professional services firm KPMG.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

As the wheels of the trucking industry continue to turn, ‍the question on everyone’s mind is: where are trucking rates headed in 2025? In a landscape shaped by ever-changing demands and external factors, seven industry executives have stepped up to share their insights‍ and predictions. Join us as we delve into the crystal ball of the trucking world and uncover the road ahead.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

An interview with Andrea Sala, Procurement Project Manager at the Franke Group Founded in 1911, Franke is a privately owned company within the Artemis Group and a leading global manufacturer and provider of solutions and equipment for domestic kitchens as well as for the professional foodservice sector and coffee making. The company is present worldwide and employs nearly 8,000 people in 35 countries, with 23 production sites.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In an era of economic uncertainty and fluctuating market conditions, the service supply chain industry is bracing itself for a ‍seismic shift as double-digit inflation looms on the horizon. The impending transformation, outlined in a recent report by Supply and Demand Chain Executive, is set to reshape the vrey foundation of ‍how goods and services are sourced, ‍managed, and delivered.

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

I have noted that many LinkedIn posts regularly mention the belief that the C-Suite continues to see procurement primarily, if not solely, as a cost-savings function. “A 2023 survey by KPMG highlights this transition, revealing that procurement leaders are now focusing on supply chain resiliency (68%), introducing new products or expanding into new markets (65%), and improving margins through cost reduction (71%).

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The e-commerce giant could launch the potentially disruptive transportation product in 2026, according to J.P. Morgan analysts.

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The drinkware company shifted some of its manufacturing away from the country last year.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The move has raised concerns about conflicts of interest since Elon Musk's SpaceX is regulated by the FAA.

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The confectionery giant is partnering with New Zealand-based dairy co-operative Fonterra to fund more sustainable farming practices.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

"The EU wasnt formed to screw anyone," Polish Prime Minister Donald Tuskwrote on XFebruary 27.

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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

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Tariffs are pushing retailers to pull cargo forward to ease supply chain disruptions but, thus far, the pressure on supply chain facilities has been marginal, experts say.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

There are a number of scenarios in which freight consolidation makes sense. But getting the most out of the exercise can be tricky.

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

CEO Jim Rowan said the automaker can quickly ramp up capacity at its South Carolina plant.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Proponents of the transition to lithium batteries have discovered that successful electrification isn't about the batteries at all it's about reimagining power infrastructure.

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Greer takes on the post as the administration readies new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

With business climates shifting across the country and across the globe, supply chains and their strategic partners exist in a constant state of flux2025 will continue in the same vein, with some caveats to consider.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In the intricate dance of supply and demand, the beating heart of the ‍U.S. economy pulsates thru a network ‍of intricately woven supply chains.Delve into the evolving landscape of commerce with our latest Market Minute feature: “The growing complexity of U.S. supply chains.” Join us on a journey through the real economy blog as we unravel the multifaceted web of interconnected businesses, technologies, and logistics shaping the ‍future of American trade.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Britain has consistently argued that it does not have a notable trade deficit with the U.S.

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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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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

As the world becomes increasingly ‍interconnected, the global logistics industry is set‍ to witness a remarkable expansion. From the complex supply chain networks ‍to ‍the efficient material handling operations, ‍the landscape of logistics is evolving at a‍ rapid pace.In this article, we delve into the latest trends and predictions shaping the future of the industry, particularly focusing on innovations in ‍material handling and‍ logistics

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Its a significant shift for a country that purchases almost as much in U.S. goods each year as the entire European Union.

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Arkestro

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Edmund Zagorin, Chief Strategy Officer and Founder of Arkestro, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to look ahead to President Trump's tariffs that he plans to impose on Canada and Mexico next week.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

As recently as five weeks ago, a ton of steel was selling for less than $700. But by this week, prices were as high as $1,000.

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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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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Many experts agree that among the most likely consequences of tariffs meant to equalize trade deficits or boosts domestic manufacturing are higher prices for consumers.

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