All Things Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Amid the hustle and bustle of warehouse management, don’t let cleaning fall through the cracks Warehouse environments can be incredibly busy places.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In the tumultuous world of trade wars and economic uncertainty, one behemoth stands unwaveringly confident in its ability to navigate the‍ stormy waters of tariffs. General Motors, a titan of the automotive industry, exudes a steely resolve as it declares its readiness to tackle the challenges imposed by the unpredictable tides of trade policies.With a bold spirit and a strategic vision, GM stands ‍poised to demonstrate its resilience in the face of adversity.

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Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Even though the prospect of automating procurement processes can seem complicated and even overwhelming, not to mention a minefield when it comes to technology options, sometimes its a necessary endeavour in order to align with the broader organizational mission. With a big-picture perspective of how companies are seeking growth via the aid of technology, our analyst believes that many companies are at the tipping point of making that investment and trying to sell it to the board.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Supply chains are the backbone of global trade that ensure the smooth movement of goods and materials across industries. However, disruptions such as economic downturns, geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, and pandemics continue to expose vulnerabilities in their operations. Businesses must find effective ways to strengthen their networks and improve flexibility to maintain stability during uncertain times.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Theres a growing demand for certified professionals in the supply chain industryin fact, the employment of logisticians is projected to grow 19% from 2023 to 2033. This is a much faster rate than the average for all occupations. Supply chain certification equips companies and teams with the knowledge, tools, and techniques they need to design, manage, and optimize complex supply chains.

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Both Metaprise and Orchestration & Intake models are emerging frameworks designed to unify and optimize procurement processes , but they serve different purposes and operate at different levels. 1. What is a Metaprise? A Metaprise (Meta + Enterprise) is a networked enterprise ecosystem where multiple organizations, suppliers, and partners are seamlessly interconnected through a digital procurement infrastructure.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

AI is evolving rapidly. From rule-based systems to predictive analytics and the generative AI boom, businesses have leveraged these technologies to optimize operations, forecast trends, and create data-driven strategies. However, the next wave of AI innovation is here: autonomous AI agents. Agentic AI refers to proactive, self-learning systems capable of making independent decisions, solving problems, and continuously adapting to changing conditions.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In the intricate dance of global trade, Mattel emerges as a‍ nimble player, deftly navigating the shifting sands of tariffs and regulations. As the specter of new tariffs on Chinese imports loom large, the toy giant’s strategic use of a diversified supply chain comes to the forefront, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In ProcureTech , the phrase “Cant build a house on a cracked foundation” means you cannot successfully implement AI-driven procurement solutions (or digital transformation) if the underlying procurement processes, data, and strategy are flawed. Without a solid foundation, technology alone cannot fix broken procurement functions. Key Applications in ProcureTech 1.

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Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of Samification by The Classification Guru (TCG) and its solution for supplier normalization. Dirty data is a problem that everyone is familiar with. Whether it is messy supplier or spend data or files nested in random Google Drives and Excel files, every company can identify a data source theyd like to have cleaned.

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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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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Why Your Procurement Strategy is More Critical Now Than Ever Before In an era of global supply chain disruptions, a robust procurement strategy is no longer optionalits essential. Businesses worldwide are grappling with unexpected challenges, from geopolitical conflicts and trade restrictions to natural disasters and economic downturns. Procurement leaders, Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), and Supply Chain Managers must proactively build resilience into their procurement processes to safeguard

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

What is Source to Pay (S2P)? Everything You Need to Know End-to-end process and end-to-end solution may be one of the most overworked phrases in business and IT. Yet in the case of source to pay, it is wholly justified. The term refers to the entire journeyfrom finding suppliers and negotiating contracts to finalizing agreements and making the final payment for goods.

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All Things Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The word disruption has become an ever-present theme in the world of logistics. Supply chains have long been exposed to geopolitical shifts, regulatory changes, and unexpected roadblocks.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

in an increasingly interconnected world, cross-border e-commerce has transformed‍ the ‍way we shop and do business. However,as ‍the global air cargo industry faces unprecedented challenges,a‍ critical question emerges: is the‍ booming demand for cross-border e-commerce air cargo at risk? this article delves into the complexities and uncertainties surrounding this pivotal issue,exploring the potential impact on consumers,businesses,and the future of internationa

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Right off the bat, I do not want to suggest that there are ProcureTech marketing departments intentionally delivering misleading or buffed-up versions of what they are doing, how they are doing it, and their success to date. However, when was the last time a ProcureTech solution provider discussed losing a client or had a less-than-successful implementation?

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Positive Purchasing

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The UKs procurement landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of The Procurement Act 2023, which goes live this February. This new legislation is poised to reshape public sector procurement by offering greater flexibility, enhancing transparency, and emphasizing social value. But what do these changes mean for managing supplier relationships and conducting negotiations in the public sector?

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The retailer's supply chain chief said technology and automation can help produce a more efficient inventory mix and flow into stores.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In the fast-paced world of aviation, delays are often‍ unavoidable but always ‍impactful.The highly anticipated entry-into-service (EIS) of the Airbus A350F,originally slated for 2025,now faces unexpected hurdles. According to a report ‍by ch-aviation, supply chain issues have thrown a spanner in the works, pushing the EIS of the A350F to 2027.

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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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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

EDITOR’S NOTE: I have recently completed a preliminary analysis of Packaging & Container Companies’ challenges to enable greater supplier collaboration and automation around the purchase order process, including PO confirmations, shipment notices, and price/quantity changes. In the first part of this post, I will discuss at a high level the challenges this industry sector currently faces.

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Procurement Software

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Effective Hourly Rate is a concept I came across back in 2017. Back when what seems like an eternity ago, I still had a corporate job. I was a Category Manager in a large FMCG company. And one of the things that constantly astounded me was how much of my day was wasted on mundane tasks. I couldnt understand why, in a company constantly looking for cost savings, there was so much inefficiency.

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CPO Rising

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

It’s Friday, which means we’re sharing anotherCPO Rising Listicle. Each list will include a variety of procurement tips, trends, insights, research, lists, strategies, and/or recommendations designed to help procurement teams… The post CPO Rising Listicle: AI in Action Procurement, Part 2 appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In the heart of‍ the bustling Midstate ‍region, a once-thriving logistics supply chain company is facing a ‍paradigm shift as it announces the closure of its second‍ facility. ABC27 breaks the news,shedding light on the implications for the local‍ community and the company’s future prospects.Join us as we unravel the intricate web of events leading to this decision and explore the ripple effects that this closure may have on the dynamic landscape of the l

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The distinction between internal and external Metaprises lies in their scope and integration focus within procurement ecosystems. Internal Metaprise: Scope: Concentrates on unifying procurement processes within a single organization. Integration Focus: Connects various internal departments, systems, and stakeholders to streamline procurement workflows.

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Procurement Bulletin

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Canadian Tire Reviews Sourcing Amidst Tariff Threats Canadian retailer, Canadian Tire, is re-assessing their product offerings and where they source products amidst the continued threat of trade tariffs from the US. 15% of their products are sourced directly from the US. Autonomous Trucks On the Job Autonomous vehicle (AV) startup, Kodiak Robotics, have their AV’s working alongside humans through client Atlas Energy Solutions.

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CPO Rising

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The fact we are living in times of uncertainty should not have escaped anyone at this point. Its been pointed out continually by pundits, with most CPOs aware of it… The post Magnus Mondays Build in Agility and Source More appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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ContractSafe

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Still storing contracts in a shared drive or tracking them in a spreadsheet? If so, you're not alone. We know managing contracts manually can feel like a never-ending juggling act--one wrong move, and you risk missing deadlines or compliance issues. The thing is, contracts are the backbone of your business, and keeping them organized shouldn't be this hard.

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

EDITOR’S NOTE: Strand Commonality in procurement is a theory I developed in the late 1990s. At the time, the governments Scientific Research & Experimental Development program funded my research to develop a web-based self-teaching algorithm platform for the Department of National Defence and NYCTA [link] Strand commonality is based on the theory that seemingly unrelated strands or streams of data events have related attributes.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

While traditional strategies are fundamental, the current supply chain landscape requires a more agile approach to inventory management.

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Supply Chain Dive

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Technology is helping with forecasting and visibility, but the last mile remains complicated, an executive said at Manifest 2025.

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Procurement Express

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

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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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