Procurement Leaders

MAY 13, 2024

Over the course of the coming week, large swathes of the global procurement community will congregate in London to collaborate, challenge, celebrate and learn at the World Procurement Congress. It’s a hugely energising experience – an opportunity to inhale knowledge, grow networks, and challenge our current beliefs, approaches and trajectories. This year’s agenda is world-class in every sense, featuring a diverse group of speakers – from a who’s who of the global CPO community to four-time Olymp

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 15, 2024

C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

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All Things Supply Chain

MAY 13, 2024

Warehousing is an essential part of modern supply chain management, serving as a pivotal hub for storage, sorting and distributing goods.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 13, 2024

Gartner predicts that by 2028, 70% of companies will adopt regionally diversified supply chain models to improve network resiliency in the face of ongoing global disruptions.

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Procurement Leaders

MAY 13, 2024

Challenge With global energy demand on the rise and fossil fuels continuing to make up most of the world’s power consumption, cutting emissions in the energy sector represents a formidable task. What’s more, the pathways for companies to reach net-zero are not necessarily clear. The scale and complexity of the challenge is such that businesses are looking far and wide for answers to it.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 13, 2024

The ground delivery offering has been the target of controversial changes that would impact key shipping partners like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes.

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Price 142

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 12, 2024

The actual experience of many logistics and other business executives suggests that artificial intelligence remains more a subject of hope and hype than a practical tool in everyday use.

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Logistics 124

SCMDOJO

MAY 15, 2024

Supply chain design and optimization projects present significant challenges, ranging from complex network structures, and multiple databases to diverse business objectives. Drawing from hands-on experience gained at leading organizations, I’ve compiled a comprehensive document to assist professionals in this industry. Introduction In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, the optimization of supply chain networks is critical for enhancing operational efficiency.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 14, 2024

Executive Carlos Londono spoke to Supply Chain Dive about the company’s operations and its efforts to bring the technology to all of its 3,500 restaurants.

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Supply chain Supply 139

Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2024

Part 2 of this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis focuses on the strengths and opportunities of Corcentric Platform’s source-to-pay (S2P) solution. It also looks at customer reviews and the elements to consider when looking at Corcentric Platform as a potential solution provider. Part 1 of the series provides a history and overview of Corcentric Platform’s S2P solution and the solution’s roadmap/vision.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 16, 2024

The rise of digitization is making warehouse processes more efficient, by automating tasks and giving employees time to focus on more complex duties.

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Logistics 119

Procurement Freelancers

MAY 17, 2024

Although every step matters in the contemporary business world, specific actions set leaders apart. Certified… The post How Certified Procurement Professionals Drive Business Success first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 13, 2024

The race to secure market share is driven by looming e-commerce demand and upheaval to rate changes sparked by conflict in the Red Sea.

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Demand 138

Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2024

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Corcentric Platform and its source-to-pay (S2P) solution. In the ever-evolving landscape of business operations, organizations are constantly seeking ways to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and streamline their processes. For procurement professionals, the one-stop-shop offered by source-to-pay (S2P) solutions can be invaluable.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 16, 2024

Unions are demanding fair wages, collective bargaining agreements, access to Wi-Fi, and a dedicated system to handle grievances without fear of retaliation.

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Demand 116

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 16, 2024

The final days of spring are numbered as we continue hurtling to the halfway point of 2024. How did we get here already? Supply Chain is no stranger to change, challenges, and yes, general chaos, but this year has been its own kind of animal charged by a strained global economy, shifting tensions across continents, and a major presidential election that could have resounding impacts across business and commerce this coming fall.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 14, 2024

The platform will be used to exchange FDA-required data for tracking products more prone to contamination.

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Networking Suppliers Data 138

IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 17, 2024

Business leaders worldwide are asking their teams the same question: “Are we using the cloud effectively?” This quandary often comes with an accompanying worry: “Are we spending too much money on cloud computing?” Given the statistics—82% of surveyed respondents in a 2023 Statista study cited managing cloud spend as a significant challenge—it’s a legitimate concern.

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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.

Risk

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 14, 2024

Allianz estimates that global trade will increase by 2.8% in 2024 — below the average of 5% — blaming that on disruptions brought on by the Red Sea crisis.

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Procurement Freelancers

MAY 11, 2024

For many companies, employing a procurement agent can make all the difference in terms of… The post What to Expect When Hiring a Sourcing Consultant first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 17, 2024

Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.

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Supply chain Supply 137

The Network Effect

MAY 16, 2024

How generative AI will disrupt and project delivery in advanced manufacturing and maximize the value across product design, maintenance.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 13, 2024

The chemicals industry, which contributes trillions of dollars to the global economy every year, is undergoing a significant transformation due to recent social and political trends.

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Art of Procurement

MAY 16, 2024

“The first casualty of war is truth—the second is empathy. Empathy has to call for backup. The backup is in. The post Empathy is Not a Soft Skill appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 17, 2024

While the company will still have daytime flight operations, it "will not be as wedded to" that area after the deal expires.

Networking 137

Networking Contract 137

Procurement Freelancers

MAY 13, 2024

Imagine fully utilizing the enormous resources and skills available worldwide for your company. Efficient worldwide… The post Crucial Tips for Maximizing Global Sourcing Services first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 12, 2024

While supply chain automation often begins in the warehouse, it can extend beyond to transportation management, fulfillment and returns, and even customer-facing locations.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 13, 2024

This blog series demystifies enterprise generative AI (gen AI) for business and technology leaders. It provides simple frameworks and guiding principles for your transformative artificial intelligence (AI) journey. In the previous blog , we discussed the differentiated approach by IBM to delivering enterprise-grade models. In this blog, we delve into why foundation model choices matter and how they empower businesses to scale gen AI with confidence.

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Cost of ownership Ethics Risk Innovation 70

Supply Chain Dive

MAY 16, 2024

Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.

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Una

MAY 15, 2024

EPISODE 165 Making Mentorship Possible at Scale with Jason Edmonds By Kelly Barner | May 15, 2024 Mentors have the opportunity to provide valuable, trusted advice to the individuals they work with, but those relationships are often formed haphazardly. One team of entrepreneurs is working to pair ascending college students with recent graduates who can mentor them through the college selection process.

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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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