Five Supply-Chain Trends for 2021: How Professionals Should Prep Now
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 30, 2020
What will the new year bring, and how should we prepare?
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How to Create a Purchase Requisition Workflow
ProcurePort
DECEMBER 31, 2020
There is nearly an endless number of ways to accomplish any single task or activity. Understanding this is helpful in approaching building your organization’s core practices, which is to say, the unique ways in which your particular business approaches any single situation or decision-making process. The result is a beautiful tapestry of businesses and organizations […].
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Why It’s Time to Adopt a Yard Management System Now
FourKites
DECEMBER 30, 2020
In my time at FourKites, I’ve assisted in many yard management system (YMS) implementations and asked customers why they decided to adopt a yard management system. Across the board, the responses are some variation on the theme of cutting costs and operating their yards more efficiently. Fortunately, with Dynamic Yard , they’re able to see real results in both of those areas immediately post-implementation.
Top Ten Key Performance Indicators for Successful Spend Analysis
Jaggaer
DECEMBER 28, 2020
The post Top Ten Key Performance Indicators for Successful Spend Analysis appeared first on JAGGAER.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
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.
How AI Is Transforming Global Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Hit hard by the global pandemic and ready to future-proof their operations, companies are deploying AI-enabled solutions that can help them work better, smarter and faster.
The Differences Between Direct vs Indirect Procurement
ProcurePort
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Father of the Portfolio Purchasing Model, Peter Kraljic, a former McKinsey & Co. director is heralded as being the first to propose that enterprises should regard purchasing as a separate operation in supply chain management. Kraljic argued that efficient, cost-effective production and operations were possible if procurement wasn’t seen as a mere tactic function but […].
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To Winter-Proof Your Supply Chain, Consider These Three Factors
Supply Chain Brain
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With the first winter weather of the pandemic bearing down across the U.S., shippers are looking to ensure their supply chains aren't further disrupted by freezing temperatures.
Three Green Procurement Practices You Should Develop
ProcurePort
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Conservation is finally starting to become a mainstream topic. This isn’t just in business and organization, but in all aspects of society, the health of the environment is becoming more of a focal point. As such, the discussion of green practices in all aspects of business is also becoming more of an emphasis. This includes […]. The post Three Green Procurement Practices You Should Develop appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
Three Ways to Weather the Next Surge in PPE Demand
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 27, 2020
As we approach the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chains in the U.S. are still struggling to operate confidently and efficiently with essential supplies.
Ten Ways COVID-19 Has Changed the World Economy Forever
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Economic shocks like the coronavirus pandemic of 2020 only arrive once every few generations, and they bring about permanent and far-reaching change.
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
Where Is Material-Handling Automation Heading in 2021?
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Mobile robots are carving out an increasingly important role in material handling, especially in the era of e-commerce and the coronavirus pandemic.
Brexit Deal May Be Too Little, Too Late for U.K.’s Car Industry
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
The auto industry dodged disaster when the U.K. and European Union sealed a post-Brexit trade accord, but not before carmakers announced factory closures and called off plans to make several new vehicles in the country.
Amware Fulfillment Acquires Moulton Logistics
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Third party fulfillment company, Amware Fulfillment, has acquired Moulton Logistics, a Los Angeles-based company specializing in fulfillment for eCommerce and direct response companies.
Watch: Maintaining the Cold Chain for Vaccine Distribution
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Jason Burns, director of corporate development with Dropoff and first vice president of the Customized Logistics & Delivery Association, outlines the challenges that pharmaceutical manufacturers face in maintaining strict temperature controls for delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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
Blockchain Gets a Boost in the Ag Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
As the fog of hype that accompanied the early days of blockchain begins to lift, the technology is beginning to yield tangible results in a variety of industries, most notably worldwide agribusiness.
Five Ways Digital-Twin Technology Is Helping Businesses Through the Pandemic
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 26, 2020
Here's how some manufacturers are using digital twins to keep complex supply-chain operations running as efficiently as possible.
Brexit Deal Hands Business a Mix of Relief, Unwanted Change
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 26, 2020
The U.K. and European Union may have signed a trade deal, but British businesses still face a raft of difficult changes.
Three Keys to Recruiting and Retaining Warehouse Workers
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 30, 2020
As we forecast demand for warehouse space in 2021, staffing needs to take center stage.
Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify
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.
Robots Eased Pressure on Retailers This Holiday Season
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 29, 2020
It was a year for robots — as will be 2021.
COVID-19 Delivers a Wakeup Call for Supply-Chain Risk Management
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 1, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic has had a huge impact on global risk-management strategies. Many companies learned in 2020 that their supply chains weren’t prepared for a disruption of such massive scale. Now, they’re determined not to get caught short again.
Crowley has Added More than 350 New Refrigerated Containers to Meet Peak Refrigerated Cargo Season Demands
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Crowley Logistics has added 355 new refrigerated cargo containers to its equipment fleet to ensure equipment availability at origin for perishables moving through the cold chain.
Watch: Will the U.S. Rejoin the Trans-Pacific Partnership?
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 27, 2020
Matthew Goodman, senior vice president and holder of the Simon Chair in Political Economy at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, discusses the prospects of the Biden Administration bringing the U.S. back into the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
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!
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