Spend Matters
APRIL 10, 2025
Procurement is at a crossroads. The days of relying solely on traditional processes to manage suppliers, contracts and spend are quickly fading. Supply chains are more complex than ever, stakeholder expectations are soaring and the sheer volume of data that procurement teams must sift through is overwhelming. Trying to keep up without AI isnt just inefficient; its a competitive disadvantage.
Skill Dynamics
APRIL 10, 2025
Global supply chains have always been complexbut in todays climate of rising geopolitical tensions and evolving trade policies, theyve become even more unpredictable. Recent and proposed tariff changes are reshaping the landscape at a rapid speed, putting supply chain leaders on high alert and forcing businesses to rethink sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and cost structures.
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Spend Matters
APRIL 10, 2025
Note : this article was written between the reciprocal tariff announcement (last week) and yesterday’s announcement of a 90-day pause. During this pause, most countries and goods now see a 10% tariff increase across the board which, to some extent, simplifies tariff determination against origin and type of goods which, as a consequence, could also simplify paperwork.
Pipefy
APRIL 10, 2025
Lets be honest maybe your current setup gets the job done. But what about when that spreadsheet decides to crash on deadline day? Or when updating your ERP requires a week of meetings and a team of consultants? You’re definitely not alone in feeling the drag and we’ll explain why you should give a chance to Advanced Financial Automation.
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.
Planergy
APRIL 10, 2025
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.
Pipefy
APRIL 10, 2025
We live in an era where time is one of the most valuable assets within any organization. Efficiency is no longer a competitive edge its a basic requirement to stay in the game. In this context, AI agents, in practice, are emerging as strategic allies not just for their automation capabilities, but for how intelligently they make decisions, learn, and adapt to different scenarios.
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Pipefy
APRIL 10, 2025
The digital age has officially arrived in Human Resources. What used to be a patchwork of slow, manual tasks is now running on speed, accuracy, and personalizationthanks to AI Agents in HR. These intelligent tools are flipping the HR playbook, redefining how companies recruit, onboard, and support talent with a sharper, more human touch. Why Are AI Agents Gaining Traction in HR?
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 10, 2025
The retailer is considering changes in its approach to supplier costs, product specifications and sourcing as it navigates shifting trade policies.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
Right-sizing of truck fleets has become a focal point, especially as companies explore flexible, on-demand mobility strategies.
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 10, 2025
Q1 rates were higher than expected as UPS and FedEx rolled out price increases, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
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
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
Although wholesale egg prices have continued to dip, the USDA says that it could take weeks before a similar shift trickles down to grocery stores.
Procurement Insights
APRIL 10, 2025
WBSRocks Panel discussion on SAP Sagnavio a must listen – (starts at 15:06 ends at 26:20) SAP Introduces New Capabilities to its SAP Signavio Solution [link] In recent developments, SAP Signavio has introduced several AI-driven capabilities to enhance its offerings: AI-Assisted Process Modeler (Text to Process): This feature allows users to convert textual process descriptions into Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) diagrams swiftly.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
By investing in education and following export compliance regulations, businesses not only protect their own interests, but also maintain the security and integrity of international trade.
Pipefy
APRIL 10, 2025
Ever thought about how much time your team spends reading through documents by hand? Contracts, invoices, rsumsthese are the kinds of tasks that need doing, sure. But lets face itnobodys lining up to do them. The upside? You dont really have to anymore. Today, document reading canand honestly shouldbe automated. Thats where reading robots step in. Theyre a smarter, faster way to handle document processing, and theyre already changing the way teams work.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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 Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
Virtually every company in the manufacturing sector is taking a hard look at where it makes product, and how it stands to be affected by the new round of tariffs.
Pipefy
APRIL 10, 2025
The digital transformation in the legal sector is moving fast. Law firms, legal departments, and independent professionals are increasingly recognizing technology as an essential ally to redefine routines, cut costs, and secure processes. Within this landscape, electronic signatures have become a strategic solution especially when paired with platforms that ensure legal validity , like Pipesign for lawyers.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
The European Council estimated that 52,000-184,000 metric tons of pellets were spilled into surrounding environments in 2019.
Procurement Insights
APRIL 10, 2025
READ THIS FIRST FOR CONTEXT to understand today’s post: Can great tech overcome poor communication and collaboration within acompany? Here Is Today’s Post There isnt a single, definitive survey providing an exact percentage of organizations leaning towards consolidating their ProcureTech stacks versus those who dont, specifically for 2025.
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
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
An April 8 release from the university details concerns over the quality, transparency and resiliency of global pharmaceutical supply chains.
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 10, 2025
The move comes in response to President Donald Trump’s pause of reciprocal tariffs against the bloc and most other trading partners.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
Prices may rise but, in the absence of price-gouging, they will not rise as much as is currently being trumpeted.
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 10, 2025
The president said the new duties would “come shortly” in a speech on Tuesday, potentially joining levies specific to other sectors such as cars and auto parts.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
The global trading system is in a state of chaos. Will American manufacturing benefit from it?
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2025
If anything, Trump's delay in some of his tariff plans is extending the uncertainty that has already begun to drag on business and consumer sentiment.
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