All Things Supply Chain

MAY 14, 2025

Workplace safety is a top priority in manufacturing and industrial maintenance operations.

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Innovation 162

Supply Chain Dive

MAY 13, 2025

The agreement comes nearly six years after FedEx let its Express and Ground shipping contracts with the e-commerce giant expire.

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Contract 115

Spend Matters

MAY 14, 2025

Coupa announced during its Inspire 2025 event that it has acquired Cirtuo, a provider of category management (CatMan) software. The move addresses a long-standing gap in many procurement technology offerings: helping teams define and manage procurement strategies, rather than just executing sourcing events. The timing reflects the current environment.

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Category management Spend management Management Sourcing 95

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 12, 2025

Seaborne information technology imports fell by 4.8% year-over-year in the last two weeks of April, after increasing by 11.3% in March.

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Import 86

Advertiser: GEP

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

Supply chain

SCMDOJO

MAY 13, 2025

Imagine a busy warehouse filled with boxes ready to go. Big trucks line up outside, engines humming, drivers checking their routes. It’s a normal day in the world of logistics. But behind every smooth delivery is a smart choice: picking the right commercial vehicle for Logistics. If you’re in the logistics world, you know how important it is to have the right ride.

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Logistics Import Price Budget 61

Procurement Insights

MAY 13, 2025

Discover how to prioritize AI initiatives using Gartner’s AI maturity assessment and roadmap tools: [link] Register for our webinar to accelerate your journey A slam dunk graphic for an upcoming webinar. But once again, is Practical Procurement Utilization taking a back seat to Progressive AI Theories? The two webinar presenters are Pieter J. Den Hamer and Leinar Ramos.

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Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Leadership Real-time Visibility 64

Spend Matters

MAY 14, 2025

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of LightSource, a sourcing solution built for direct materials. Procurement teams that manage direct materials sourcing continue to face persistent challenges, even as digital tools become more widely adopted. In sectors like automotive, manufacturing and retail, buyers must navigate complex sourcing events that require detailed part-level information, tight timelines and input from cross-functional stakeholders, such as engineering and R&

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 14, 2025

Two-dozen companies listed in Shanghai and Shenzhen have told investors in recent weeks of plans to ramp up domestic sourcing for parts across a variety of industries.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 16, 2025

In a world where technology reigns supreme, the realm of drones has become a hot target for cyber criminals. Recently, a wave of supply chain attacks orchestrated by Chinese hackers has sent shockwaves through the drone sector, leaving cybersecurity experts scrambling to shore up defenses. SecurityWeek delves deep into this unprecedented cyber assault on the drone industry, uncovering the tactics, motivations, and potential ramifications of these brazen attacks.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 14, 2025

Here is a Model 1 excerpt from yesterday’s post titled “ Moving AI From Progressive Theory To Practical Procurement Utilization And Outcomes.” Closely examine the profiles and assessments of the following three individuals, then decide with whom you would want to partner and work to select and implement your ProcureTech strategy. Analyst Backgrounds Analyst Primary Focus Pieter den Hamer AI strategy, maturity models, governance, and enterprise-scale AI roadmaps.

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Supply Chain Optimization Contract Supplier relationship management Procurement strategies 59

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

Innovation

Supply Chain Dive

MAY 13, 2025

The new facility will expand the company’s operations footprint in North America.

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Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2025

This content does not express the views or opinions of Spend Matters. Across industries, organizations are actively exploring how generative AI (GenAI) can transform the way they operate. From automating repetitive tasks to enabling more informed data-driven decision making, the impact of this technology is both significant and rapidly accelerating.

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Real-time Visibility Procurement Procurement team Strategic sourcing 68

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 14, 2025

If youre looking for insights into the evolving world of demand forecasting, especially in the context of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning, look no further. This report discusses innovations available to companies seeking to integrate these technologies to their advantage.

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Demand Innovation 86

Jaggaer

MAY 13, 2025

The company saved 700 man-hours annually on admin and increases its share of certified suppliers by 20% Madrid, 13th May 2025 JAGGAER bolsters the digitalisation of procurement processes at Cosentino, a Spanish family-owned company with an international presence and a world leader in the production of surfaces for architecture and design. During a presentation on the progress of its digital transformation, Cosentino highlighted its readiness to continue enhancing and strengthening capabilities

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Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 10, 2025

EDITOR’S NOTE: As the Founder & Executive Director of the Global Supply Chain Council (GSCC), Max Henry has been one of our industry’s most important contributors since 2002. His recent post questioning the ongoing viability of Gartner’s Magic Quadrant caught my attention, resulting in the following response. Let me respond to your interesting post, Max Henry , in the context of my 40-plus years in high tech and procurement.

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Supply chain Supply Procurement Import 83

Supply Chain Dive

MAY 16, 2025

The big-box retailer vows to keep those prices as low as possible and is leaning into relationships with vendors to respond to a fluctuating market.

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Price 90

Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2025

We introduced our series on aligning finance and procurement for cash flow optimization and liquidity in this Executive Summary. We then outlined the components of Phase 1: Understanding the Foundations , looking at the differing priorities of finance and procurement and how they might be aligned. In Phase 2, we cover common disconnections and suggest possible solutions.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 14, 2025

Read View from the Fence to learn how to leverage these five supply chain trends to guide big decisions in 2025.

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Supply chain Supply 90

Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 16, 2025

In a strategic dance of adaptation, household giant Clorox is contemplating a delicate tango of sourcing shifts to counterbalance the looming impact of a hefty $100 million tariff blow. As global trade winds gust through the intricate web of supply chains, Clorox stands at a crossroads, poised to navigate the shifting currents in a bid to maintain stability and agility in the face of economic turbulence.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 14, 2025

Let’s start out with how a picture is worth more than 1,000 words: Now, let’s add the words: What the Graph Shows ProcureTech Implementation Failure Rates (20002025) Sources: Gartner, Deloitte, McKinsey, Spend Matters, Everest Group, Forrester, IDC Trend: All sources show a steady but gradual decline in failure rates, from high levels (6380% in 2000) to still significant levels (4055% in 2025).

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Change management Sourcing Management 52

Supply Chain Dive

MAY 14, 2025

As a potential May 22 strike nears, the carrier said halting negotiations with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers will allow it to prepare more effective proposals.

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Contract Negotiation 84

Procurement Express

MAY 13, 2025

In the latest episode of The Gross Profit Podcast , James Kennedy sits down with Patrick Arnold from Elliott Davis to dive deep into the world of Client Advisory Services (CAS), business turnarounds, and the changing landscape of Private Equity (PE). Understanding Client Advisory Services (CAS) Patrick begins by explaining the concept of CASClient Advisory Services.

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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

Retail Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 15, 2025

Despite revisions to the EU Green Deal, and lagging industry associations, corporate support for climate action in Europe continues to rise, according to research from InfluenceMap.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 12, 2025

Today Im joined by Premier Trailer Leasing driven by integrity, theyve been on the road since 2005. Premier Trailer Leasing is a leading trailer leasing and rental company in the US, specializing in long-term leasing and short-term rental services for a wide range of semitrailers, including over-the-road vans, flatbeds, refrigerated equipment, and chassis.

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supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Innovation 52

Procurement Insights

MAY 11, 2025

Here are four simple graphs reflecting research on four simple (okay, maybe not so simple) ideas. The following is a line chart comparing spreadsheet adoption to AI adoption between 1983 and 2025: Spreadsheet Adoption (Blue Line): Rapid growth began in the 1980s with the introduction of Lotus 1-2-3 and Excel, reaching ~30% by 1990. Continued steady increase through the 1990s and 2000s, nearing saturation (~9597%) by the 2020s.

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Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Sustainability 52

Supply Chain Dive

MAY 15, 2025

Consistent communication and collaborative performance evaluation are some of the keys to success, said experts from Dr. Squatch, Wayfair and DHL eCommerce.

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Collaboration 94

Advertiser: GEP

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

Procurement

Jaggaer

MAY 16, 2025

Its actually quite obvious. In many industries, procurement is responsible for managing significant budgets which means it holds a key lever for business performance. Yet its still not commonly perceived as a true driver of value. This is mainly due to historical reasons. From Order Fulfillment to Strategic Value Creation Partner This realization is relatively new and comes with a fundamental shift in how the role of procurement is understood.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 13, 2025

FedEx had severed its relationship with Amazon in 2019 because of rising competition between the two companies.

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Barkers Procurement

MAY 15, 2025

In the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry, which outsources clinical development work, procurement teams must prioritise supplier collaboration. While studies to test the safety and efficacy of new drugs are necessary, their success cannot be guaranteed. In fact, its likely that at least 80% of trials will fail. Due to the nature of scientific and clinical research, success cannot be assured, but the chance of failure arising from the operational execution of the study can be minimised.

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Procurement team Chief Procurement Officer Quality Suppliers 52

Procurement Insights

MAY 16, 2025

The following is just one of the slides from the Gartner AI webinar this morning that caught my attention. Here are Gartner’s definitions and interpretations of the key terms from the above slide: 1. Develop AI Ambition This involves determining where and how your organization will utilize AI. Gartner recommends using the AI Opportunity Radar to map out these ambitions, helping to focus efforts on areas with the highest potential impact. 2.

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Ethics Suppliers Supplier relationship management Influencing 52

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