Procurement Insights
AUGUST 15, 2023
My career has spanned many decades – and yes, 64 is the new 46, during which I have had the opportunity to meet, talk with at length and do business with some amazing people. That is one of the main benefits of hosting and guesting 900 podcasts and several television and terrestrial radio shows. In short, it is the relationships you forge and what you learn along the way that is the real benefit.
Barkers Procurement
AUGUST 14, 2023
Efficiency and cost cutting are everything in procurement, and when you implement changes to improve these, it’s inevitable that you’re going to cause some disruption. To keep the project on course and transition smoothly, you need a solid change management programme. Without one, your procurement transformation project can really come off the rails.
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CPO Rising
AUGUST 14, 2023
Today, we feature our ongoing coverage of this year’s 18th-annual CPO-themed report, where my team and I continue our nearly two-decade-long dialogue with chief procurement officers (CPOs) and other procurement leaders.
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 13, 2023
Looking at any of the digital procurement ‘spider charts’ suggests that procurement is an incubator for a vast array of. The post [Pod] The Care and Feeding of the Procurement Startup Ecosystem appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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Procurement Heads
AUGUST 16, 2023
For Procurement Heads’ latest Big Interview, he spoke with Sagar Bhardwaj about his procurement career. How did you get into Procurement? My career in procurement started when I completed my apprenticeship in business and administration at 17, working within the local authority where I was part of the property management and investment team and was involved in the publication of pin notices, quick quotes and mini competitions.
All Things Supply Chain
AUGUST 18, 2023
EV battery imports from China now face scrutiny under US law The U.S.
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Procurement Bulletin
AUGUST 13, 2023
UPS Drivers Earn How Much??? In this week’s “make you say WOW” moment, UPS’ CEO shared that their drivers will average $170K in salary and benefits with the new deal structure. Where does one apply to become a UPS driver? Asking for a friend… Panama Canal Backed Up As if a global pandemic over the last three years, port worker strikes in Western Canada, supply issues due to climate crisis weren’t enough, ships travelling through the Panama Canal are experienci
Let's Talk Supply Chain
AUGUST 14, 2023
Today I’m joined by Osa Commerce , an innovative software provider that is on a mission to tackle data chaos in the supply chain. Osa specialize in connecting, unifying, and automating commerce operations for retailers, logistics providers and their customers. With its advanced AI-powered collaborative visibility platform and intelligent decision-making capabilities, Osa powers supply chains to sell wherever their customers are, so they can focus on scalable growth – and be one step ahead.
Procurement Freelancers
AUGUST 14, 2023
Ensuring the calibre and conformance of vendors: Is this something you desire? Well, look no… The post The Importance Of Supplier Auditors In Ensuring Quality And Compliance first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 18, 2023
In a letter to U.S. officials, eight American trade groups asked the Department of Commerce, the U.S. Trade Representative and the government to urge India to reconsider the policy.
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As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 16, 2023
The government’s estimated 30% stake in the bankrupt company puts it first in line for funds raised through sales of the LTL carrier’s assets, an expert says.
Spend Matters
AUGUST 14, 2023
This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Tonkean, an IT platform that intelligently automates the intake, triage and coordination of every procurement request. Tonkean’s capabilities place it among the new solution category of intake management solutions that seek to enhance user experience and adoption. This Vendor Analysis also explores the concept behind Tonkean’s platform, application and supporting services.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 16, 2023
Extreme weather events that were once considered anomalies are now becoming part of our daily lives. Artificial intelligence is providing new opportunities for supply chains to mitigate some of these risks.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 15, 2023
The FMC audited MSC’s D&D charges in 2021 after receiving claims that the company issued the same daily rate for both operating and non-operating reefers (NORs).
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 16, 2023
From port disruptions to UPS and Yellow's dust-ups with the Teamsters, disputes between unions and employers are a recurring threat to the steady flow of goods.
Spend Matters
AUGUST 16, 2023
Spend Matters constantly updates its understanding of the state of the procurement tech market via RFIs for our SolutionMap dataset, vendor interviews, global event attendance and product demos with the aim of keeping tech-selection decision makers ahead of market trends. But we also endeavor to grow our understanding of the wants and needs of the customers using that tech – the practitioners.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 14, 2023
To make better informed decisions, companies must expand the equation to understand the cost of risks associated with quality, warranty, inventory, write-offs, and lead time, including ESG factors and service levels says AlixPartners, in a new report detailing the supply chain’s impact on nearshoring.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 17, 2023
Robotics and artificial intelligence are on everyone's mind, but many operators don't need that level of technology at this point, says Jason Joachim, chief executive officer of Cargo Spectre.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 17, 2023
Group VP and General Manager of Logistics Technology Ding Hongwei discusses future tech opportunities, adoption challenges and falling behind the curve.
Spend Matters
AUGUST 17, 2023
Spend Matters constantly updates its understanding of the state of the procurement tech market via RFIs for our SolutionMap dataset, via vendor interviews, event attendance and via product demos with the aim of keeping tech-selection decision makers ahead of the market trend curve. But we also endeavor to grow our understanding of the wants and needs of the customers using that tech – the practitioners.
SCMDOJO
AUGUST 16, 2023
Introduction The global business landscape has witnessed an increasingly fierce competition, pushing companies to seek effective strategies to maintain and enhance their competitiveness. Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 14, 2023
CEVA Logistics, a global leader in third-party logistics, was contracted to help a technology company manage their complex supply chain, supporting B2B, B2C, and reverse flows across multi-leg transport.
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Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 15, 2023
Some brands are helping their suppliers reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Others are dumping new requirements on vendors without shouldering any of the costs.
Spend Matters
AUGUST 15, 2023
Continuing our series of analyst observations on procurement tech market movements, this week we are considering how vendors strike a balance between providing a simple solution and providing one that enables deep insight and impactful actions. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read. The post Analyst eye on can ‘simplicity’ and ‘actionability’ coexist?
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 17, 2023
Sixty-four percent of Alcott Global survey respondents said a lack of the appropriate skillset is the biggest obstacle to hiring new supply chain talent.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 17, 2023
Batteries, tires, steel and aluminum were added to the list of Chinese imports that should be more heavily scrutinized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Financial institutions must navigate a complex web of policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and manage risk. When Hellenic Bank, a leading retail lender in Cyprus, set out to transform its procurement operations, it needed more than just software deployment. It required a partner that would help embed its intricate buying processes — with all its validations, risk assessments and tiered approvals — into a unified system.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 15, 2023
The automaker will use blockchain technology from Vinturas to precisely track the movement of newly built vehicles from its factories to consumers.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
AUGUST 18, 2023
The Digital Operational Resilience Act , or DORA, is a European Union (EU) regulation that created a binding, comprehensive information and communication technology (ICT) risk-management framework for the EU financial sector. DORA establishes technical standards that financial entities and their critical third-party technology service providers must implement in their ICT systems by January 17, 2025.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 15, 2023
The temptation to reshore manufacturing is growing, but there are pitfalls that can derail a project if proper planning is not part of the process.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 14, 2023
Join OpenText experts at this webinar with Supply Chain Brain to hear best practices and lessons learned from S/4HANA migration, with a special focus on B2B integration.
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Are fragmented control towers hindering your supply chain’s growth and response time? Attempting to manage disruptions through various departmental control towers with basic analytic overlays hinders agility and, ultimately, your resiliency. Today’s volatile landscape requires inherent visibility across your entire value chain and the ability to orchestrate course corrections within a unified platform.
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