Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Spend Matters is delighted to announce the 2024 roster for our ‘Future 5’ list. For the sixth year in a row, our analysts have highlighted five start-ups that excited them the most. This year, the five companies that have proven themselves as potential future trend setters are BlueBean , ivoflow, Covalyze, Halo Ai and True Value Hub. To warrant such attention, these vendors must have a product that is ideally 2 to 5 years old, is used by more than five customers and displays an innovative applic

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Procurement Insights

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Don’t miss Matthew Buckingham ’s Forbes article on how modern procurement systems are tackling today’s biggest supply chain challenges – ProcureFocus (October 30th, 2024) I read the above-referenced article, and here is my observation: Has the author said anything regarding predictive analytics, collaborative supplier networks, optimized inventory management, risk management, and automation that you have yet to hear?

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

As part of our Q4 research into supplier risk, third-party and supply-chain risk management (TPRM/SCRM) and the solutions that support it, we have not only conducted analyst- and market-led research in the shape of analyses, advisory, definitions and webinars, but taken the pulse of the practitioners who use that technology and who deal with risk on a daily basis (for example here and here ).

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Supply Chain Dive

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The company is buying two innovation farms in Central America to advance research to protect its coffee supply.

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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.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Discover everything you need to know about these accolades here, including who is on them. For the Future 5, Spend Matters analysts scour the market to find new specialist solution providers that can answer a burning need of procurement practitioners today.

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Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Buyers Supply Chain Optimization 119

Supply Chain Dive

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Taking effect at the end of 2025, the move will also impact an outlet store at the same location as the company trims expenses.

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Supply Chain Dive

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The aerospace company said G700 deliveries fell far short of expectations last quarter due to component exchanges and late engine shipments.

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Supply Chain Queen

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Data and AI Solutions to Advance Sustainability: Expert Insights from Industry Leaders In an era where technology and environmental responsibility intersect, The Economist Impact brought together industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence and cloud computing are revolutionizing sustainability initiatives. Hosted by Phillip Cornell, this Insight Hour featured an engaging discussion with Brandon Potter (Microsoft), Read more The post Accelerating Sustainability with AI: Expert Insight

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Supply Chain Dive

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Most IT and financial executives surveyed say expenses are rising and money is being spent inefficiently.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Understand quantum physics? Neither do we. But you might be able to grasp quantum computing.

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Logistics 121

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

OCTOBER 31, 2024

With a targeted recovery rate of up to 96%, the facility will process and recycle enough materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per year.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

There is general consensus that smart factory tools will transform the way that products are made within five years. What’s less clear is how and where to deploy them.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply 105

Procurement Leaders

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The study highlights the thinking of 83 CSOs and senior sustainability decision-makers and will assist them in developing their ESG strategies.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The study theorized that Canada has had a more cooperative relationship between drug manufacturers, government agencies, health care systems and wholesalers.

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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!

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Positive Purchasing

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Positive Purchasing Secures Place on G-Cloud 14 Framework to Empower Public Sector Digital Transformation We are delighted to announce our inclusion in the G-Cloud 14 framework for Cloud software, providing UK public sector organizations with streamlined access to our SaaS and digital platforms for strategic procurement and negotiation via The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Digital Marketplace.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Read this report to find out five important reasons to incorporate retail consolidation into your transportation strategy.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A common thread among the conversations we’ve had recently with senior procurement practitioners tells of the extent to which attitudes towards risk have changed over the past decade. As little as 10 years ago, we heard stories of pretty much indifference to risk: “supply risk management was young,” we heard, and “we didn’t worry too much about risk; we spent a very small percentage of our time on it.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

As sensitivity and awareness of human rights and environment-related topics grow, so does the volume of correspondent legal frameworks.

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Sustainability 105

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

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Fraxion

OCTOBER 31, 2024

We’re excited to announce that Fraxion has once again been reco gnized by Gartner Digital Markets in Capterra ’s Shortlist and Software Advice’s FrontRunner reports. These accolades highlight Fraxion as a leading software solution in the spend management and expense management categories. Ongoing recognition in these flagship reports is a testament to the value we continue to deliver to our customers.

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Spend management Management 49

Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This whitepaper helps uncover the key areas that consistently deliver savings, value and continuous improvement in your supply chain and across your business to support your business case.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Read on to see how forward-looking fleet operators can face inflationary challenges head-on while improving operational metrics.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Discover how your enterprise — small or large — can harness AI and ML to automate your supply chain.

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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 Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This white paper presents five essential insights for shippers regarding cargo theft, shedding light on current trends in the U.S. and outlining the most common modus operandi used by these criminal networks.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The agency estimates that its "Clean Ports" grants could eliminate more than 3 million metric tons of carbon pollution over the next 10 years.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Airbus is planning to replace the head of its commercial aircraft business, and stick with its goal to deliver about 770 aircraft this year.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Regulations, customer expectations, and companies’ sustainability objectives will be the driving force for CO2 emissions tracking and reporting. Discover more about the importance of sustainable transportation practices and how to meet the ever-evolving requirements.

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Sustainable transportation Sustainability Import 97

Advertiser: GEP

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Experts from leading global technology companies come together to advise on how order fulfillment facilities can use new kinds of technology to avoid the need to move or expand on existing facilities.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In 2020, Myers Industries began looking for a way to integrate its planning function across six business groups serving multiple markets and product types.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Advanced technologies such as automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) allow warehousing operations to eliminate employee dead time, blend B2B and B2C fulfillment workflows, retain employees, reduce inefficiencies, increase throughput, and maximize space utilization. How? Read on to find out.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The investigation will focus on the systems Temu has in place to limit the sale of non-compliant products, and risks linked to the addictive design of the service.

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Risk 105

Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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