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Procurement transformation 2025: Why invest in procuretech and how to make the case – Prewave

Spend Matters

In readiness for our Q1 2025 theme of Procurement Transformation, which will include how to even start your digital journey, how to make the case for it, how to shape your digital roadmap and how to survive it, we have received input from some solution providers on their own customers journeys. Maja Tepeh , Senior Brand Manager at supply chain risk management solution Prewave , shares what their customers are looking for from their digital procurement investment.

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Supply Chain Trends 2025: Innovation, Resilience & Sustainability

All Things Supply Chain

In 2025, supply chains are undergoing a fundamental transformation to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world.

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Strategic Sourcing + Smart Solutions: The Unbeatable Duo for Procurement Success

SCMDOJO

Strategic sourcing and innovative solutions are often viewed as two distinct procurement tools, but they should not be seen in isolation. Think of them as apples and gearseach essential and effective on its own, yet when combined; they create a formidable mechanism for achieving procurement excellence. This article delves into how these two elements, working together, can transform procurement strategies into long-term competitive advantages.

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Achieving Supply Chain Resilience: Strengthen and Adapt Your Operations

Skill Dynamics

Global markets are facing significant uncertainty and negativity, with instability and continued risk expected to impact businesses for the next decade, according to the World Economic Forum. Global conflicts, macroeconomic shocks, and shifting global trade routes are all combining to provide real challenges to modern supply chains, and are driving the uncertainty that organizations feel.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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Five signs your procurement process needs an overhaul

Spend Matters

This content does not express the views or opinions of Spend Matters. Indirect spending can be the silent killer. Software, consultants, office supplies and maintenance whether you know it or not these costs are taking a bite of your bottom line. In fact, software and tech spend is often one of the five largest spend categories (behind line items like Cloud, advertising and payroll), with an estimated 11% growth in worldwide business spending.

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Sustainable Warehouse Design: Leveraging BIM for Efficient Facility Planning

All Things Supply Chain

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has transformed how the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) sector designs and constructs buildings.

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The Top 5 Key Supply Chain Capabilities

Skill Dynamics

Strong supply chain capabilities drive efficiency and develop competitiveness in an oversaturated market. Global disruptions such as COVID-19 have unearthed a wide range of vulnerabilities within international supply chains. They taught businesses that you simply must be prepared for rapid change with contingency plans and alternative solutions ready to go.

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Zip: Vendor Analysis — Intake and Orchestration, S2P solution overview, roadmap, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

This analysis contains excerpts from a piece previously written by Bertrand Maltaverne. This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Zip and its solution for intake, orchestration and source to pay (S2P). As procurement becomes increasingly strategic and digital, intake and orchestration processes require intricate coordination across various departments, tools and data sources.

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ILA, USMX reach tentative deal on 6-year contract

Supply Chain Dive

The agreement comes a week before a previous deal was set to expire, allaying concerns of a potential strike at East and Gulf Coast ports.

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How Piehole.tv uses ProcurementExpress.com to control company spend

Procurement Express

TL:DR Automated approvals make payments to vendors fast and easy. Real-time tracking highlights budget risks early. Accurate payments keep suppliers happy and stress low. The struggle with outdated financial systems As the financial controller at Piehole.tv, Roslynne, known as the fun accountant, faced significant challenges in managing the companys financial processes.

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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

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Navigating the Halloween Rush: How to Master Seasonal Inventory Challenges

All Things Supply Chain

Last year, Halloween brought neighborhoods to life with lookalikes of Barbie, Spider-Man, and Indiana Jones lookalikes, all inspired by the years top trends.

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444: Women In Supply Chain, Gina Anderson

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In todays episode of Women in Supply Chain, Im joined by Gina Anderson software solutionist, high value business leader, supply chain and logistics expert, and C-Suite advisor. Gina has over 37 years experience in supply chain and logistics, and has led process and cost improvement projects for mega brands like Disney, Honda, Sony, and Louis Vuitton to name just a few.

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Winter Storm Blair: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service warn of delays

Supply Chain Dive

Delivery services across the central and eastern U.S. have been stymied by the severe weather.

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Tariffs and Trade in 2025: Uncertainty Will Create Opportunity for Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

"Companies can take a fresh look at the balance they strike between efficiency and resilience," says Marsh Advisory managing director James Crask.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

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

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Best of 2024: Procurement Embraces Its Workforce Strategy Role

CPO Rising

Editors Note: Over the next few weeks on CPO Rising, were publishing some best of 2024 articles as we reflect on last year and begin tackling 2025. The role of… The post Best of 2024: Procurement Embraces Its Workforce Strategy Role appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Navigating procurement in 2025: Trends, challenges, and opportunities

Spotlight on Procurement

As we step into 2025, the world of procurement and supply chains is brimming with challenges and opportunities. From navigating shifting global markets to embracing sustainability and technological advancements, this episode offers expert insights into what lies ahead. Host Simon Lipscomb and a panel of Efficio experts explore thekey trends impacting procurement and supply chains across various industries and regions.

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Shippers urge ILA, USMX to reach deal before deadline

Supply Chain Dive

The East and Gulf Coast port labor contract will expire again on Jan. 15, prompting fears of a new strike.

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How AI Can Help Avoid Future Holiday Season Disruptions to Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

As they enter the new year, businesses need to be preparing for the next holiday rush. Artificial intelligence can help.

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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.

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Best of 2024: eSourcing 2.0: Making the Case in 2024

CPO Rising

Editors Note: Over the next few weeks on CPO Rising, were publishing some best of 2024 articles as we reflect on last year and begin tackling 2025. If you missed… The post Best of 2024: eSourcing 2.0: Making the Case in 2024 appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Top 5 challenges in agricultural procurement and their solutions

Fraxion

Overcoming common agricultural procurement challenges In the agricultural industry, managing procurement through manual, time-consuming, and paper-based processes can lead to significant inefficiencies, limited visibility, and poor control over spending. This challenge becomes even more complex when managing multiple farms, ranches, and orchards across different locations, each operating as independent entities.

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Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

Supply Chain Dive

Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences.

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Report: Floods Pose Top Threat to Supply Chains in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

Flood insurance claims due to Hurricane Helene which swamped southern states in September could ultimately total $7 billion.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

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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Essential Key Performance Indicators for Procurement Contract Management

Procurement Freelancers

Procurement contract management plays a pivotal role in ensuring organizational success. Effective contract management extends… The post Essential Key Performance Indicators for Procurement Contract Management first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Modernizing Defense Supply Chains

The Network Effect

The post Modernizing Defense Supply Chains appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Potential port strike could bring second round of surcharges

Supply Chain Dive

Hapag-Lloyd and MSC are among the carriers planning fees ahead of a possible work stoppage at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports.

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Watch: Princess Auto Embraces Automated Demand Planning and Replenishment

Supply Chain Brain

A case study featuring Josh Rowson, vice president of demand planning and replenishment at Princess Auto, and Darryl Landvater, a business advisor with Oliver Wight.

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From Reactive to Resilient: Charting Your Supply Chain Maturity

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.

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Insurance Market: Modernize operations with AI and automation

Pipefy

The insurance market is undergoing significant changes with the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. These technologies provide insurers with an exceptional opportunity to modernize operations, reduce costs, and enhance the customer experience. The combination of AI and automation addresses challenges like risk management and fraud prevention, while also streamlining essential processes such as claims analysis.

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Mastering FIFO: A Guide for Procurement Teams

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

What makes FIFO (First-In, First-Out) such a vital strategy for inventory management in Purchasing and Procurement? In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of supply chains, FIFO stands out as a simple yet transformative approach. By ensuring the oldest inventory is used or sold first, this inventory methodology helps businesses reduce waste, boost efficiency, and confidently meet industry standards.

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Industry leaders react to ILA-USMX port deal

Supply Chain Dive

Supply chain organizations expressed relief over the agreement, which averted a strike.

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Will 2025 Be the Year of the Exchange Economy?

Supply Chain Brain

Retailers need to reimagine the exchange economy to meet consumers needs without sacrificing revenue.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

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.