Wed.May 15, 2024

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How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

Supply Chain Dive

C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

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Intake for the practitioner: How intake cuts to the point

Spend Matters

Solutions that cover intake management and procurement orchestration have evolved from being niche or a novelty to being players in a competitive market. The former, as our analysts have written , “use interactive inquiries to understand needs, triage requests, determine the needed guidance and ultimately solve the problem through interactive and integrated workflows,” and the latter is “more focused on orchestrating end-to-end business processes across domain-specific business applications with

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Walmart confirms hundreds of coporate layoffs

Supply Chain Dive

The retailer also said “the majority” of remote workers and those at offices in Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto, must relocate — mostly to its Arkansas headquarters.

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The Process of Reset Planning and What to Consider

Supply Chain Brain

Building structural resilience, and putting the right solution in place to suit your unique brand now will ensure that firms can emerge from a volatile economy and recession stronger.

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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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LL Flooring eyes sale-leaseback deal for Virginia distribution center

Supply Chain Dive

The potential move would boost the specialty flooring retailer’s liquidity amid a poor stretch of financial results.

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Red Sea Crisis Could Bring Early Start to Peak Shipping Season

Supply Chain Brain

According to data from the National Retail Federation, monthly U.S. ocean imports are expected to crest the two million TEU mark by the end of May.

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Watch: Can We Finally Put a Stop to Forced Labor in China?

Supply Chain Brain

Shawn Bhimani, assistant professor of supply chain and information management at Northeastern University, introduces a new tool for exposing risks to importers posed by forced labor and other human right violations in extended supply chains.

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DHL Supply Chain to close an Indiana warehouse

Supply Chain Dive

The logistics provider plans to lay off 170 employees in August due to a customer restructure.

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Supply Chain Network Design & Optimization: Steps, Guide, and Efforts

SCMDOJO

Supply chain design and optimization projects present significant challenges, ranging from complex network structures, and multiple databases to diverse business objectives. Drawing from hands-on experience gained at leading organizations, I’ve compiled a comprehensive document to assist professionals in this industry. Introduction In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, the optimization of supply chain networks is critical for enhancing operational efficiency.

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DOJ Says Boeing Could Face Prosecution for Deadly 737 Max Crashes

Supply Chain Brain

Under the terms of the 2021 deal, Boeing was placed on a three-year probationary period, which ended days after the January door plug incident.

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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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Episode 165: Making Mentorship Possible at Scale with Jason Edmonds

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EPISODE 165 Making Mentorship Possible at Scale with Jason Edmonds By Kelly Barner | May 15, 2024 Mentors have the opportunity to provide valuable, trusted advice to the individuals they work with, but those relationships are often formed haphazardly. One team of entrepreneurs is working to pair ascending college students with recent graduates who can mentor them through the college selection process.

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NYK to Develop Ship That Runs on Wood Pellets

Supply Chain Brain

The biomass fuel plant would use a gasifier to create and contain gases that would then be used to power a generator which could propel the bioship.

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The power of remote engine execution for ETL/ELT data pipelines

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Business leaders risk compromising their competitive edge if they do not proactively implement generative AI (gen AI). However, businesses scaling AI face entry barriers. Organizations require reliable data for robust AI models and accurate insights, yet the current technology landscape presents unparalleled data quality challenges. According to International Data Corporation (IDC), stored data is set to increase by 250% by 2025 , with data rapidly propagating on-premises and across clouds, appl

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NTSB Report Describes Blackouts Aboard Dali Before Baltimore Bridge Crash

Supply Chain Brain

The report released on May 14 describes how the ship experienced two electrical blackouts 10 hours before it left the Port of Baltimore.

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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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A clear path to value: Overcome challenges on your FinOps journey 

IBM Supply Chain Blog

In recent years, cloud adoption services have accelerated, with companies increasingly moving from traditional on-premises hosting to public cloud solutions. However, the rise of hybrid and multi-cloud patterns has led to challenges in optimizing value and controlling cloud expenditure, resulting in a shift from capital to operational expenses. According to a Gartner report , cloud operational expenses are expected to surpass traditional IT spending, reflecting the ongoing transformation in expe

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Manhattan Associates Launches Unified Supply Chain Planning Platform

Supply Chain Brain

Manhattan also announced two new software tools that will bring generative AI (GenAI) to the supply chain, at scale.

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Building Relationships and Proving Value: Claire Bevan’s Journey in Procurement at Dentsu – Episode 93

Procurement Talk with David Byrne

Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Summary In this episode, Martin Smith interviews Claire Bevan, Global Procurement Director at Dentsu. Claire discusses her career journey and the challenges and opportunities she has faced in driving a global procurement transformation. Claire emphasises the importance of building relationships with stakeholders and proving … Continued The post Building Relationships and Proving Value: Claire Bevan’s Journey in Procurement

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How Ambient IoT Enables Real-Time Visibility for Retailers

Supply Chain Brain

Everyone in business has myriad challenges vying for attention, and an ingrained aversion to the risks of being a “first mover.

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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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Why Case Studies Are Not A Marketing Tool!

Procurement Insights

In marketing, case studies are used as social proof — to provide buyers with the context to determine whether they’re making a good choice. A marketing case study aims to persuade that a process, product, or service can solve a problem. Why? Because it has done so in the past. – HubSpot (Jul 30, 2020) A Frank Dialogue On Case Studies Dr.

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Optera Offers Software Tool to Help Collect Emissions Data from Suppliers

Supply Chain Brain

The module is part of Optera's Supply Chain Manager data management platform, pulling from a database of emissions reporting from 10,000 suppliers.

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NEW WEBINAR: The Global Challenge in Financial Operations: Managing Complexity, Ensuring Compliance

CPO Rising

Join Ardent Partners and Basware on May 29th (10 AM ET/4 PM CEST) for a webcast on The Global Challenge in Financial Operations: Managing Complexity, Ensuring Compliance.