Adapting to Automation: Reskilling the Supply Chain Workforce for Tomorrow
All Things Supply Chain
JUNE 10, 2024
Automation is on the rise in industries around the globe.
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Insource or outsource fulfillment? Companies weigh cost vs. control
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
Business size, growth trajectory, distribution costs and customer service needs are among the top factors to consider, experts say.
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Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Progress or Setback?
Art of Procurement
JUNE 13, 2024
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, or UFLPA, was passed to protect an ethnically Turkish, predominantly Muslim minority living in. The post Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Progress or Setback? appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Global Trade Is on the Rebound. Are Suppliers Getting the Benefit?
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2024
A “rebound” in global trade is underway, and the U.S. and China are the big beneficiaries, according to a new report. For suppliers, however, the news isn’t all good.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
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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.
The “New” Coupa: A post-acquisition assessment from Coupa Inspire 2024
Spend Matters
JUNE 10, 2024
In December 2022, Thoma Bravo acquired Coupa, ending the firm’s publicly funded journey. We predicted at the time that “Thoma Bravo will not change the fact that Coupa delivers top-tier functionality and customer satisfaction for most S2P modular areas, as consistently documented by our SolutionMap benchmark.” This remains true 18 months later, but it is also true that Coupa has since acquired a new CEO, many new executive team members and is changing its messaging around what it offers.
The Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.
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Peak Shipping Season Arrives Early at U.S. Ports
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JUNE 12, 2024
The National Retail Federation projects more than 2.1 million TEUs in imports to the U.S. in each of June, June and August.
CPO Crunch: The 1% Club
Procurement Leaders
JUNE 10, 2024
Just 1% of respondents to a poll Procurement Leaders conducted at the World Procurement Congress said they have “excellent” multi-tier visibility of the supply base. This is surprising. Not because 1% represents such a modest number, but because 1% is actually rather encouraging. In real terms, this translates to three of those who responded to our poll claiming they had “cracked the code” of supply chain transparency.
ILA ‘more likely’ to strike in October as tensions rise
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
The union representing East and Gulf Coast port workers made the threat Wednesday, while noting wage and automation concerns are behind contract disagreements.
Fast Track Your Logistics Career: Expert Training with SCMDOJO
SCMDOJO
JUNE 11, 2024
Are you ready to excel in logistics management? The SCMDOJO Logistics Management Track is your ultimate logistics training pathway. It’s designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the logistics industry. Let’s explore why our logistics training is unique, what’s included in our logistics pathway, and how you can get started today.
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
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
Watch: P2G or G2P Robotics? The Great Debate in Warehouse Automation
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 11, 2024
Regardless of the size or age of a warehouse, person-to-goods (P2G) robotics is better for warehouse functionality than goods-to-person (G2P), says Kait Peterson, senior director of product marketing at Locus Robotics.
Understanding The Key Services Offered By Any GEP Solutions Company
Procurement Freelancers
JUNE 10, 2024
Businesses benefit greatly from specialized services that help them operate efficiently. They help companies manage… The post Understanding The Key Services Offered By Any GEP Solutions Company first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Canadian border agents to decide on new labor deal by July 4
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
Starting June 20, union members will vote on a tentative four-year agreement that forestalled a potential strike.
Finally, A Solution Provider Gets the Big Picture, And It Isn’t AI
Procurement Insights
JUNE 11, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: I sent the following business case overview over the weekend to select solution providers. The first response from Mintec is below. Which of the five priority areas can your organization and solution help Target with? I highlighted the areas where you could provide an immediate benefit. Retail Chain industry prospects (Target): Target, a barometer of the American consumer, said its sales last year fell for the first time since 2016.
The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report
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
How Blockchain Solutions Can Help Manage Complex Supply Chain Contracts
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 12, 2024
As contract parameters continue to change, enterprises are looking to blockchain technology to rebuild a needed layer of trust.
Infographic: 6 Requirements for Transforming Supply Chains with Artificial Intelligence
The Network Effect
JUNE 10, 2024
Learn how to properly implement generative AI in supply chain management, to realize optimal efficiency, productivity, agility, and resilience
How big retailers are battling the last-mile delivery squeeze
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
Walmart, Target and Kroger executives pointed to price and technology improvements that they are using to offset cost pressures.
Solution Providers – Stop Telling & Selling and Start Asking & Solving!
Procurement Insights
JUNE 8, 2024
Almost every call I have ever received from a solution provider begins with how their solution works and solves a set of problems via a features, functions, and benefits outline. In short, here is the problem we solve for the practitioner, and we want to push that message to get appointments or demos to tell them how great we are. By the way, check out the impressive list of client logos on our “come on in the water is great” brag page.
From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
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.
Embracing the Power of AI and Automation for the Logistics Workforce
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 11, 2024
The integration of artificial intelligence and automation has become a foundational investment for businesses operating in the increasingly volatile world of supply chain and logistics.
The Future of Digital Contract Management
Art of Procurement
JUNE 9, 2024
“A contract lifecycle management platform drives processes for you. That drives your price down, your risk down, and you get. The post The Future of Digital Contract Management appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Advance Auto Parts maps out unified distribution network
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
The facilities will function as replenishment nodes for the retailer, which is consolidating two separate networks to boost efficiency.
What are “moonshine” performance evaluations?
Procurement Insights
JUNE 14, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: Today’s post is inspired by a LinkedIn post by Vineet Khanna , the Former Global Head of Supply Chain at Nestlé. After reading my brief post, go directly to Vineet’s and comment. I grew up in an era when changing jobs more than once in your entire career was considered irresponsible. It was the unwritten “cradle to grave” employment rule.
The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report
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!
3 Tips for Successful Logistics Outsourcing
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 14, 2024
The information in this guidebook is based on hands-on project experience in the CPG and retail industry and will equip you with three tips to help you make informative and strategic decisions on outsourcing or improve your organization’s existing outsourcing process.
T-Mobile unlocks marketing efficiency with Adobe Workfront
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JUNE 13, 2024
With 109 million customers and counting, “uncarrier” T-Mobile is one of the top mobile communications providers in the U.S. The company always puts the customer first, which it achieves by delivering the right experiences and content to the right customers at the right time. But with different sub-brands and business units, T-Mobile’s marketing and content workflows were complex—and often inefficient and disconnected.
Kohl’s introduces Return Drop service to stores nationwide
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
In addition to its Amazon partnership, the department store will now accept returns from brands like Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s.
The Food Institute: Gone ’til September – Huy Fong’s Sriracha is Orange and in Short Supply
Arkestro
JUNE 12, 2024
The post The Food Institute: Gone ’til September – Huy Fong’s Sriracha is Orange and in Short Supply appeared first on Arkestro.
From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity
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In this webinar, supply chain industry experts share insights and best practices for enhancing supply chain efficiency, resilience and adaptability. Watch the webinar to learn strategies to develop supply chain maturity and save on costs. Delve into the stages of supply chain maturity, from foundational management to advanced optimization and innovation.
Red Sea Attacks Drove 90% Decline in Container Shipping, U.S. Spies Say
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
The attacks have impacted at least 65 countries and forced at least 29 major energy and shipping companies to alter their routes.
Approaches to migrating your VMware workloads to AWS
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JUNE 11, 2024
The VMware® acquisition by Broadcom has changed VMware’s product and partner strategies. In November 2023, Broadcom finalized its acquisition (link resides outside ibm.com) of VMware for USD 69 billion, with an aim to enhance its multicloud strategy. Further to the acquisition, Broadcom decided to discontinue (link resides outside ibm.com) its AWS authorization to resell VMware Cloud on AWS as of 30 April 2024.
Diversifying country of origin is key for vanilla, suppliers say
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
While the flavoring's supply constraints are not expected to last long, growers warn of a potential cost problem.
Nudge Theory Applications in Procurement
The Good Spending
JUNE 14, 2024
Nudge Theory Nudge theory , developed by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein, subtly guides individuals towards better decisions without restricting their choices. It leverages behavioral science to predict behavior by altering the environment or context in which decisions are made. It logically derives from the Prospect Theory we discussed earlier. Nudges are small interventions or environmental changes that steer people towards desired behaviors without restricting their freedom of choice.
Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook
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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