Kroger Q1 delivery sales boosted by automation
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 23, 2024
The grocer is recommitting to automation tech after improved e-commerce results in its most recent fiscal quarter.
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The Great Supply Train Robbery
Art of Procurement
JULY 25, 2024
According to the New York Times, about 20 million containers move through the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The post The Great Supply Train Robbery appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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New Report Says Supply Chains Must Embrace AI Now, or Be Left in the Dust
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JULY 21, 2024
The progress of supply chains in adopting AI varies widely. So does the return on investment. But according to one recent study, there’s one strategy that guarantees failure: doing nothing.
CPO Crunch: Take time to zoom in and help stamp out modern slavery
Procurement Leaders
JULY 22, 2024
A couple of years ago, the CPO of a major international chemicals company shared an image with me. At first glance, it was innocuous. Only when he pointed it out, did I notice a footprint on the floor of the factory that the image was of. And only after he had brought my attention to the scale of that footprint did it dawn on me that it belonged to a child.
From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Shopify's Modular Commerce Now
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.
Election year uncertainty clouds 2024 supply chain outlook
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 26, 2024
Manufacturers “may kick the can down the road for certain capital investment decisions” as a result, Michigan State’s Jason Miller said during a panel discussion.
Rosslyn: Vendor Analysis (Part 2) — Spend analytics product-level strengths and opportunities, voice of the customer, competitors and market analysis, user considerations, analyst commentary and summary
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JULY 22, 2024
Part 2 of this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis focuses on the strengths and opportunities of Rosslyn’s spend analytics solution. It also looks at the voice of the customer and the elements to consider when looking at Rosslyn as a potential solution provider. Part 1 of the series provided a history and overview of Rosslyn’s spend analytics solution and its roadmap.
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Hasbro names new chief supply chain officer
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This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Rosslyn and its solution for spend analytics. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, procurement is no longer just about purchasing goods and services. It’s about strategically managing resources, optimizing supply chains and driving organizational value. As procurement’s role becomes more complex, the need for advanced tools to manage and analyze spending increases.
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GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025
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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.
Top 6 Trends Revolutionizing Supplier Auditing in 2024
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HMM, ONE to launch Asia-Mexico ocean shipping connection
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The port rotation will start in China and make a stop in South Korea before heading to Latin America.
How to Efficiently Organize a Stockroom: A Comprehensive Guide by Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
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Container Shipping Rates Dip for First Time in Months as Restock Rally Fades
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JULY 25, 2024
The Drewry World Container Index composite of eight major trade lanes dropped 2.2% to $5,806 for a 40-foot unit, snapping a 12-week-long advance.
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
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5 Game-Changing Benefits of Strategic Purchasing
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JULY 23, 2024
Suppose you discover a key that can transform the way your business acquires the products.… The post 5 Game-Changing Benefits of Strategic Purchasing first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
How AAK adapted to cocoa butter price spikes
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JULY 26, 2024
The ingredients company is working around cocoa supply chain woes by using a lower-cost West African crop.
Best Practices for Organizing and Storing Construction Materials with Finale Inventory
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In the construction industry, effective organization and storage of materials is key for successful project management. With the growth of ecommerce and the increasing complexity of inventory management, companies require efficient systems to streamline their operations. Finale Inventory is a valuable tool that aids in organizing and storing construction materials.
Cargo Ship Arrives at Zeebrugge With Infestation of Wolf Spiders
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The Glovis Sun — carrying a couple thousand cars as its cargo — had recently traveled around Southern Africa, before arriving at the Port of Zeebrugge on July 18.
From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity
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An Advanced Look at Teal IQ (AI Data Discovery and Enrichment)
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Taking You Well Beyond A Solution Demonstration The meeting between Fahad Muhammad and Jon Hansen focused on the introduction and overview of the Teal IQ platform, its capabilities, data validation using AI and ML, data structuring, client feedback, and supplier benefits, including: Teal IQ product introduction Frequency of running Teal IQ reports Dynamic diagnosis Product demonstration Future plans.
SpartanNash to close Maryland distribution center
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The grocery wholesaler and retailer is shuttering a facility in Landover, resulting in 141 layoffs.
Mastering Year-End Financial Statements: A Comprehensive Guide by Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
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Year-end financial statements are pivotal for any business. They go beyond offering a snapshot of your company’s financial position at a specific time. These statements allow you to evaluate your business’s performance over the year, pinpoint areas needing improvement, and make informed future decisions. This guide covers the significance of year-end financial statements, their key components, best practices for preparation, and strategies for analysis and enhancement.
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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility
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GEP Outlook Report 2025
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UPS defends higher peak surcharges ahead of shorter holiday season
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