Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 19, 2023

An article I wrote about Tide detergent reveals a secret that every solution provider should know – the power of a LOSS LEADER! Below is my reply to one of the many comments the article’s subject matter inspired. It also provides a direct tie-in to how procurement solution providers can stand out from what has become a mind-numbing competitive landscape.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As the landscape of supply chains grows increasingly complex and data-driven, the role of artificial intelligence becomes more critical in streamlining procurement processes.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. This year we’re highlighting the customer demands, market movements and advances in procurement tech that are exciting the world of solution providers, how they expect them to shape the S2P landscape next year and how they plan to respond to them.

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All Things Supply Chain

DECEMBER 20, 2023

It’s that time of year again for recaps, and the All Things Supply Chain blog has traditionally joined in this positive habit.

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Speaker: Benjamin Woll

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Shopify’s modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how Shopify’s composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Carriers' move to reroute or pause vessel transits could add time and monetary costs for shippers.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Every major commercial shipping line is rerouting vessels away from the Suez Canal in response to the recent series of missile attacks by Houthi militants in the Red Sea.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Volatility is costly and disruptive to operations. Consumer packaged goods supply chains face volatile transportation flows due mostly to variations in consumer behavior, but technology can help smooth those flows.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The company’s “Tricolor” initiative aims to serve e-commerce growth and shifting volume mix.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 20, 2023

From scenario planning to relationship building, procurement teams are in a new era of risk management that will be crucial for long-term success.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Gatekeeper and its contract lifecycle management (CLM) and third-party risk management (TPRM) solution. A fast-growing provider, Gatekeeper offers an interesting value proposition, combining CLM with native TPRM functionalities, two areas that are often linked but usually addressed with disparate software tools.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The Cleveland Clinic is the top healthcare supply chain according to Gartner, which also recognized the Mayo Clinic and Intermountain Health as Masters for their continued excellence.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Using alternative routes like the Cape of Good Hope not only means longer transit times but higher freight costs. Here’s what shipping experts had to say.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The transportation and logistics industry is still lagging far behind other sectors in taking basic steps toward automation of manual processes.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Spend Matters is publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and services providers in the market. We are highlighting the customer demands, market movements and advances in procurement tech that are exciting the world of solution providers, how they expect them to shape the S2P landscape next year and how they plan to respond to them.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

One of the largest sources of data is all around us—that is, geospatial data. This is information relating to the Earth’s surface, its climate, the people who live on it, its ecosystems and more. Geographic information systems (GIS ) visualize and make sense of this data, helping people and businesses better understand the patterns and relationships of our world.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Smaller producers are snatching up market space left by supply constraints of Huy Fong Food’s popular spicy condiment.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2023

While most supply chain disruptions have dissipated, continued challenges led to the White House giving supply chains another bump in the news cycle with its inaugural meeting of the Council on Supply Chain Resilience.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 22, 2023

For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. This year we’re highlighting the customer demands, market movements and advances in procurement tech that are exciting the world of solution providers, how they expect them to shape the S2P landscape next year and how they plan to respond to them.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the world of manufacturing and maintenance, effective spare parts management is essential for maximizing equipment uptime and reducing costs. Making sure the correct spare parts are easily accessible when needed can greatly boost profits and how well it operates. Yet, handling spare parts can be tricky and needs careful planning and execution. In this detailed guide, you’ll delve into the most effective ways to manage spare parts.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Decades of investments in logistics infrastructure, trade deals and becoming a manufacturing hub are paying off as shippers look to nearshore production.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Almost a fifth of global container trade has already diverted away from the Red Sea and Suez Canal.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

With another busy year of procurement and supply chain events tidily packed away behind us, Spend Matters is pleased to provide a round-up of the main events we attended in 2023, with a short recap of each and key takeaways. In order of appearance: eWorld Procurement and Supply – March 2023, London The soon to be renamed ‘ Procurement Strategies and Innovation ’ (PSI) event was the first on our calendar this year.

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Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Hybrid cloud has become the IT infrastructure of choice, providing the interoperability and portability organizations need to access data where and when they need it. Yet navigating the complexities of building and managing a hybrid environment poses unique challenges. To capture the most value from hybrid cloud, business and IT leaders must develop a solid hybrid cloud strategy supporting their core business objectives.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As e-commerce sales surge during the holidays, retailers are re-evaluating how returns affect their inventory management and supply chains.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Traditionally, it’s been tough to gather detailed, timely feedback on employees’ experiences, mood, suggestions and likelihood of quitting. Until now.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of CloudEagle and its SaaS management solution. In the ever-evolving landscape of the digital era, businesses are increasingly relying on Software as a Service (SaaS) applications to streamline their operations and enhance productivity. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and that responsibility falls on the shoulders of SaaS management.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Art of Procurement

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Long time listeners of the Art of Procurement podcast will know that the team hosts a related podcast, Dial P. The post 2023 Dial P for Procurement Year in Review appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Bridge closures at Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas, are leading to longer wait times. Brokers shared some of their tips for mitigating disruption.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 18, 2023

BP is the first oil company to directly halt its own shipping, after five major ocean carriers halted service through The Bab al-Mandab strait.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 18, 2023

For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. This year we’re highlighting the customer demands, market movements and advances in procurement tech that are exciting the world of solution providers, how they expect them to shape the S2P landscape next year and how they plan to respond to them.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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