Spend Matters

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In readiness for our Q1 2025 theme of Procurement Transformation, which will include how to even start your digital journey, how to make the case for it, how to shape your digital roadmap and how to survive it, we have received input from some solution providers on their own customers journeys. Mike Jud , Senior Director Customer Experience at P2P solution provider Vroozi , shares what their customers are looking for from their digital procurement investment.

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All Things Supply Chain

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As we head into the 2024 holiday season, the global supply chain faces a convergence of.

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Skill Dynamics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Procurement fraud is often overlooked, but it can tear away at your company’s integrity and reputation from the inside if left unchecked for too long. Activities such as bribery or inflated invoices can lead to severe legal repercussions, significant financial losses, and can damage your brand beyond repair. Proactively identifying and managing procurement fraud is incredibly important when safeguarding your organization’s future.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 19, 2024

MSC and CMA CGM will implement fees for cargo traveling through the major waterway on certain trade lanes to offset increased costs.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In part 1 of this mini series on tariffs we looked in more detail at what we mean by tariffs and in part 2 we talked about a Procurement action plan. In part 3 we look at the tech that can support Procurement in tariff management. Effective and efficient tariff management is rooted in robust direct materials and supply chain risk management. Together, these disciplines empower organizations to handle tariff-related risks (and a broader range of supply chain challenges that extend well beyond tar

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Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Since most people using ChatGPT trust the outcome (an estimated 60% to 80%), I thought I would throw it a curve ball and ask who ProPurchaser’s main competitors are. It would be an understatement to say I was surprised that ChatGPT identified ZIP as one of ProPurchaser’s top five competitors. I then asked the next (and obvious) question, why are ZIP and ProPurchaser considered competitors?

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Industry observers have differing views on the likelihood of a strike, which would add to the logistics hurdles shippers are already facing.

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All Things Supply Chain

DECEMBER 18, 2024

“A Festivus for the rest of us!” Frank Costanza As Frank Costanza reminded us with my traditional Seinfeld reference, the holiday season is about celebrating in our unique ways.

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Procurement Leaders

DECEMBER 15, 2024

With all thats going on in the world, maintaining supplier collaboration initiatives can seem overwhelming at times especially when the returns can be opaque and difficult to quantify. Most readers will agree that formal supplier collaboration programmes are worth doing; they can unlock huge amounts of value and tap into significant innovation to support growth agendas, sustainability programmes and resilience efforts.

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Barkers Procurement

DECEMBER 16, 2024

With Christmas and January sales approaching, procurement teams are well into peak season. Those working for FMCG businesses will be familiar with this period of high demand, its long hours and the pressures of ever-evolving expectations. Its a time when the stakes are high. On the one hand, supply chain weaknesses are open to risk, and even the smallest challenges are magnified.

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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

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.

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CPO Rising

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Editors Note: Over the next few weeks on CPO Rising, were publishing some best of 2024 articles as we reflect on the year and prepare for the new year ahead.… The post Best Of 2024: Can Amazon “Reshape” the Procurement Industry? appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Skill Dynamics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Were excited to share some great news: Skill Dynamics has been featured in Spend Matters “ The Modern Procurement Training Landscape ” report! This recognition reflects our dedication to delivering premium training that helps procurement professionals stay ahead of the curve. The Spend Matters report explores how procurement training is adapting to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing business world.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Many of these trends are already picking up speed, and much will come down to rapidity of adaptation and adoption, both practice and tech-wise.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The carrier is adding a fee for processing inbound U.S. imports and delivery area surcharges for new ZIP codes, among other adjustments.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Resources / Blog / AI Expert Noelle Russell Highlights Industry Transformation at MEMA Luncheon AI Expert Noelle Russell Highlights Industry Transformation at MEMA Luncheon Arkestro was recently a proud sponsor of the MEMA OE Women In Industry Luncheon, where AI expert Noelle Russell , delivered an insightful keynote address on artificial intelligence’s transformative impact across industries.

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CPO Rising

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Editors Note: Over the next few weeks on CPO Rising, were publishing some best of 2024 articles as we reflect on the year and prepare for the new year… The post Best of 2024: Magnus Mondays Why Is There No Mega Vendor in the Procurement Space? appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The holiday shopping season is a make-or-break moment for businesses, but its also a time when sustainability efforts face significant challenges.

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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 Dive

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Proactive capacity management contributed to a 12% YoY increase in the global air cargo spot rate since the start of peak season, compared to 25% in 2023.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Today Im joined by digital solutions company CargoWise Landside. CargoWise Landsides suite of logistics solutions are built to power the movement of containers by road, rail, and container exchange. Ushering in a new era of container efficiency, Landside is designed to streamline your drayage operations, from order intake to billing, for maximum efficiency and success, all on one powerful platform.

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CPO Rising

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Did you miss Ardent Partners’ recent webinar,Cast a Wider Net: Leveraging Innovation to Expand Procurements Influence and Impact,that shed light on how procurement can deliver greater value by focusing on… The post Part Three: Expanding Procurement’s Influence Connecting Strategy, Users, and Technology appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In a world in which 60% of global emissions stem from supply chains, getting business executives to embrace supply chain sustainability is critical.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Italy-based Sabatino’s new hub will handle production, packaging and shipping of goods like oil and seasonings.

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The Procuretech Podcast

DECEMBER 17, 2024

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads welcomes Gregory Vider, co-founder and CEO of Apadua, to discuss their recent Indirect Procurement Days invite-only mini conference held near Frankfurt, Germany. Their conversation delves into the benefits of networking in a more intimate setting compared to larger conferences. Tune in to explore how these innovative events could shape the future of marketing in the procurement space.

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Procurement Freelancers

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Market uncertainties across the globe have transformed how businesses approach procurement practices. Sourcing consultants now… The post Risk Management Strategies From Leading Sourcing Consultants first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Amazon claims it has no obligation to bargain with the workers, because they are employees of companies that Amazon uses to deliver packages to customers.

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Supply Chain Dive

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The electronics retailer opened a new distribution center in Texas and upgraded technology at a New York facility.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The post Material Handling & Logistics: Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Then And Now appeared first on Arkestro.

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Procurement Freelancers

DECEMBER 20, 2024

For businesses seeking guidance on supply chain optimization, supplier auditors play a crucial role in… The post Boosting Profit Margins with Efficient Supplier Audit Practices first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree claims textile waste is responsible for more carbon emissions than all international flights and maritime shipping combined.

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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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