Thu.Feb 13, 2025

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Tariffs Would ‘Blow a Hole’ in U.S. Auto Industry, Says Ford CEO

Supply Chain Brain

Farley said the tariffs would be a boon to South Korean, Japanese and European companies that are bringing 1.5 million to 2 million vehicles into the U.S.

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Steel tariffs could drive up domestic prices and capacity, but unlikely to create jobs

Supply Chain Dive

Manufacturers should be prepared to shift suppliers or pass on higher prices to consumers, according to one industry expert.

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ILA Sets Date for Members to Vote on New Contract

Supply Chain Brain

The benefits outlined in the deal will apply retroactively going back to October 2024, and will remain in effect through September 2030.

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Expanding the influence and impact of Procurement

Spend Matters

As many procurement professionals have discovered, transforming your processes to meet todays challenges in an effective manner is not as simple as writing a new mission statement. The success of the Procurement team at Utz Brands, Inc. , a snack food company, came from how they intentionally targeted key strategic initiatives under Senior Vice President and Head of Procurement Ron Schnurs leadership.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025

2025 will feel familiar, in some regards. The procurement and supply chain category management landscape will remain turbulent, with geopolitical tensions, worries over fresh tariffs, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions posing significant challenges. But you should also expect some lightning-fast changes in 2025 as artificial intelligence continues to upend the way enterprises and procurement, supply chain, and category management professionals operate.

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Does procurement really suffer from “Technophobia?”

Procurement Insights

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Thierry Fausten shared the following link regarding a new publication in AJG3* Journal of Managerial Psychology. The paper discusses the influence of Technophobia on managers’ adoption of Generative AI. Hope it will help managers in the modern time capturing more opportunities from GAI. Many thanks to the editorial team and congratulations to my co-authors Prof.

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Beyond Compliance: How Procurement Can Drive ESG Leadership and Decarbonization

Jaggaer

A guest post by Rose Stephani, Project Leader, Sustainability at H&Z. H&Z partners with JAGGAER to help organizations transform their ESG data into actionable sustainability outcomes. By combining H&Zs sustainability expertise with JAGGAERs advanced procurement technology for Scope 3 emissions tracking and data collection, organizations can better integrate sustainability into their procurement strategies.

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Upskilling Supply Chain & Procurement To Gain Strategic Skills

Skill Dynamics

Supply chain and procurement have undergone a seismic change in recent years. Increased globalization, constant digital transformation, and ever-evolving consumer demands have led to a situation where traditional supply chain skills are simply no longer enough for success. There is now a pressing need for supply chain professionals to acquire and develop new skills that are better suited to modern organizations.

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U.S. Truckers Under Pressure: Stress, Speeding and Safety Concerns

Supply Chain Brain

More than half of the drivers GeoTab spoke to believed that the risk of driving accidents has increased over the last five years.

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Malls, Machines & the Gen Z Revival: AI & the Future of 2025

Let's Talk Supply Chain

With the rapid advancements in technology and the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management, the role of artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly vital. In a recent YouTube video titled “Malls, Machines & the Gen Z‍ Revival: AI & the Future of 2025,” Sarah Barnes Humphrey delves into the intersection of AI and the future of supply chain operations.

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Design Thinking: The Missing Link in Data-Driven Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

For supply chain leaders, design thinking is more than a methodology; its a strategic tool.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Tackling Supply Chain Challenges in Creative Ways 😜

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In the YouTube video titled “tackling Supply Chain Challenges in Creative Ways ”, Sarah Barnes Humphrey delves into the world of supply chain collaboration and technology with Frasier from Beacon Technologies.as the founder and host of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, Sarah emphasizes the importance of tackling challenges in not just creative, but also collaborative ways.The discussion explores innovative solutions to supply chain issues and highlights the significance of working toget

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Five Reasons to Choose a Managed Transportation Strategy

Supply Chain Brain

Shippers with complex needs and tight budgets are outsourcing more of their freight to managed transportation providers.

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🎄 Holiday Crunch, Generative AI, and Tariff Talk – Don’t Miss Out

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In a fast-paced world where supply chain disruptions, generative AI innovations, and trade tariffs constantly shape the global economy, staying informed is vital. The YouTube video titled “ Holiday Crunch, Generative AI, and Tariff Talk – Dont Miss Out” touches upon these critical topics in the realm of supply chain management. Hosted by Sarah Barnes Humphrey, the founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, the video promises an insightful discussion with special guest Audrey Ros

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Boeing CEO Summoned to D.C. for ‘Full Accounting’ on Safety

Supply Chain Brain

U.S. aviation safety regulators significantly stepped up their oversight of Boeing after a door-sized panel blew off an airborne 737 Max in January 2024.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries

Supply Chain Dive

“In other words, they charge us a tax or tariff, and we charge them the exact same tax,” the president said Thursday.

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JCPenney Announces Store Closures Across Eight States

Supply Chain Brain

JCPenney will be closing one store in each of eight states, spanning California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Maryland, North Carolina, New Hampshire and West Virginia.

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Trump orders reciprocal tariffs on all countries

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In a notable shift in trade policy, president Donald Trump has issued an executive order calling for reciprocal tariffs‍ on all countries engaging in trade with the United States. This decision marks a notable departure from traditional trade practices and‍ has sparked debates on the potential implications for the global economy. The move reflects the management’s focus on rebalancing trade relationships and addressing what is perceived as unfair trade practices.