Sat.Nov 23, 2024 - Fri.Nov 29, 2024

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Supply Chain 2025: When Visibility Isn’t enough

All Things Supply Chain

In today’s supply chain landscape, mere supply chain visibility isn’t enough for any business involved. And the reason is quite simple. Visibility alone cannot drive business value.

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A formula for success

Procurement Leaders

A couple of weeks ago, I hosted a call for Procurement Leaders’ CPO community during which the CPO of a major healthcare organisation shared his function’s transformation journey, the lessons learned and its impact. One of the keys to the success of the transformation was that it had a clear purpose and was fully aligned with the organisation’s need to pivot following the impact of Covid, and subsequent earnings and share price underperformance.

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SpendHQ: Vendor Analysis (Part 1) — Spend analytics solution overview, company background, platform and services overview, modules and application overview, roadmap and vision

Spend Matters

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of SpendHQ and its solution for spend analytics and procurement performance management. Part 1 of this vendor analysis provides a detailed overview of each module and includes an analyst summary. In part 2 of this series, we will provide more details on the strengths and opportunities of the solution, review the competitive landscape and provide selection considerations.

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Walking a Mile in Another Supply Chain’s Shoes

Art of Procurement

“The reason I like listening is I think, ‘If I’d have been CPO there or in other organizations, what would. The post Walking a Mile in Another Supply Chain’s Shoes appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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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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Key Challenges and Strategies for Retail Success

All Things Supply Chain

With the holidays shopping season approaching, Black Friday is becoming a pivotal event for retailers worldwide.

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Three Steps Manufacturers Need to Take Before Investing in AI

Supply Chain Brain

When used diligently, AI-driven product recommendations and content can also indirectly boost sales by enhancing customer engagement, satisfaction and brand relevance.

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Macy’s delays full Q3 report over delivery accounting snafu

Supply Chain Dive

Starting in 2021 an employee hid $132 million to $154 million in delivery expenses, a disclosure overshadowing an otherwise decent quarter.

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How Sourcing Agents Simplify Your Global Supply Chain

Procurement Freelancers

In today’s globalized economy, businesses are constantly seeking ways to reduce costs and find high-quality… The post How Sourcing Agents Simplify Your Global Supply Chain first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Amazon Workers to Strike or Protest Worldwide on Black Friday

Supply Chain Brain

The workers will be pressing for better workers’ rights and climate action from the giant retailer.

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SpendHQ: Vendor Analysis (Part 2) — Spend analytics product-level strengths and opportunities, voice of the customer, competitors and market analysis, user considerations, analyst commentary and summary

Spend Matters

Part 2 of this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis focuses on the strengths and opportunities of SpendHQ’s spend analytics solution. We will also look at the voice of the customer and the elements to consider when looking at SpendHQ as a potential solution provider. Part 1 of the series provided a history and overview of SpendHQ’s spend analytics solution as well as the solution’s roadmap/vision.

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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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Hy-Vee improves visibility, delivery performance

Supply Chain Dive

The grocery retailer’s adoption of a transportation management system allows it to better operate its complex cross-dock network, according to SVP of Distribution Matt Beenblossom.

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Unlock Your Business’s True Potential with Sourcing Consultants

Procurement Freelancers

In today’s highly competitive global market, firms must develop effective solutions to simplify supply chains… The post Unlock Your Business’s True Potential with Sourcing Consultants first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Why the Medical Device Supply Chain Must Embrace Automation

Supply Chain Brain

The old-school model of a medical device manufacturing supply chain just doesn’t cut it anymore.

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What makes a procurement professional a good negotiator?

Procurement Insights

I recently received an invite to an upcoming 30-minute webinar titled “ These 3 Practices Will Boost Your Career: The power of data-driven negotiating.” In this live webinar, Rod Sherkin will describe three Procurement Practices that will drive down purchase costs; strengthen your supply chain; and advance your career by quantifying the value you create.

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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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Ransomware hits supply chain software firm Blue Yonder ahead of Thanksgiving

Supply Chain Dive

The attack against Blue Yonder led to issues for Morrisons, a U.K.-based grocery chain, in its warehouse management system for fresh food and produce.

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How Supplier Auditors Protect Your Business’s Interests

Procurement Freelancers

In today’s fast-paced global market, dependable suppliers are essential for smooth business operations. But what… The post How Supplier Auditors Protect Your Business’s Interests first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Increased Consumer Confidence Will Boost Holiday Shopping

Supply Chain Brain

Thanksgiving spending is expected to rise by 1.8% year-over-year, followed by a projected 2.8% bump for Black Friday, and then a 3% increase in Christmas sales.

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What's new in Fraxion: KPI dashboard

Fraxion

What’s new in Fraxion: KPI dashboard for procurement and spend management insights We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a powerful new KPI dashboard in Fraxion’s spend analytics tool, Insights.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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The Campbell’s Company names head of supply chain

Supply Chain Dive

The CPG giant announced company veteran Cassandra Green as its SVP and head of supply chain amid a production overhaul.

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Which Of The Following ProcureTech Practitioner Client Interviews Is The Most Helpful?

Procurement Insights

INTERVIEW #1 – James Carithers, COO – Peak Utility Services Group (AdaptOne) – [link] INTERVIEW #2 – Why did Barilla Group Choose o9 Solutions (o9 Solutions) – [link] INTERVIEW #3 – Ryan Meonske, Head of Strategic Procurement – Databricks (ZIP) – [link] COMPARISON BETWEEN ZIP, SOLUTION o9 AND ADAPTONE Here’s a comparative analysis of the pricing models for ProcureTech solution providers ZIP , o9 Solutions , and AdaptOne based on their offerin

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Supply Chain Software Company Hit With Ransomware Attack

Supply Chain Brain

It's currently unclear whether the attack impacted Blue Yonder clients in the U.S., including Albertsons, Kroger, Proctor & Gamble and Anheuser-Busch.

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Procurement 6 – November 29th, 2024

Art of Procurement

Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post Procurement 6 – November 29th, 2024 appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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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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Parcel carrier Spee-Dee Delivery opts for no 2025 rate hike

Supply Chain Dive

The Midwest-focused delivery provider won't increase base shipping charges and is eyeing coverage expansion next year.

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The 2024 Tariff Plan Impact On Direct Material Silent Slopes

Procurement Insights

“Clearly, tariffs will raise costs for imported and domestic raw materials (steel, aluminum, plastic resins, wood, paper, etc.). We should all be prepared when suppliers cite these cost increases to justify higher prices for the products they sell us. Preparation includes detecting supplier “Margin Creep” (Silent Slopes) – the common practice of raising prices more than required to cover their cost increases.” – Rod Sherkin , ProPurchaser.com Inc.

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Transforming the Retail Store With AI Agents

Supply Chain Brain

AI agents are intelligent systems that not only can interact with humans using natural language, but can also incorporate vast amounts of data and knowledge to make autonomous decisions.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

CPO Rising

Whether you’re watching parades, football, or the dog show, everyone at Ardent Partners wishes you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! If you need a laugh, enjoy this clip of the… The post Happy Thanksgiving! appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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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.

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BMW’s US footprint may protect it from tariff impacts, CEO says

Supply Chain Dive

CEO Oliver Zipse said 65% of the company’s cars sold in the U.S. are locally made.

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KKR: Five Questions About Their ProcureTech Portfolio and Influence

Procurement Insights

What does KKR know about procurement and ProcureTech solutions? KKR, one of the largest private equity and investment firms globally, has considerable experience and insights into procurement and ProcureTech solutions, especially through its portfolio companies and investments. KKR’s expertise in procurement stems from its strategic focus on improving operational efficiencies across its portfolio companies, which often involves optimizing supply chains, leveraging technology, and implementing co

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Walmart to End Its DEI Initiatives

Supply Chain Brain

Walmart, which employs approximately 1.6 million US workers, is only the latest company to end its DEI programs in recent months.

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Discover AI tools for business optimization!

Pipefy

AI tools are transforming the business environment, offering solutions that transform how companies operate and compete. In a market characterized by rapid and constant changes, AI stands out for its ability to optimize processes, increase productivity, and free up valuable resources. Beyond increasing internal efficiency, integrating AI tools into daily operations significantly enhances customer experience.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever