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2025 Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Visibility 
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 4, 2025
Subscribe Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Supply chains are more complex than ever, stretching across continents, industries, and multiple stakeholders. What is Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility?
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 13, 2025
Bowman, SupplyChainBrain Supply chains consist of imperfect humans struggling to make perfect decisions. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain Supply chains consist of imperfect humans struggling to make perfect decisions. By itself, the word “optimize” doesn’t mean anything specific. “A
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 17, 2025
SCB Feature Report From DPW: What’s Next for AI in Supply Chain? Image: iStock/JuSun June 18, 2025 Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor “The future is already here; it’s just not evenly distributed,” wrote William Gibson in his 1984 novel Neuromancer. That’s because supply chain itself is huge, Koganti argued.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Procurement Priorities for 2025 and Beyond The manufacturing industry is evolving rapidly, leaving Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) grappling with challenges that could make or break their organizations. This could include optimizing specifications, reducing waste, or exploring product substitution.
Jaggaer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Opportunities for Procurement Technology As we look toward 2025, European businesses are reshaping their supply chains to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape. A recent report by Maersk and Reuters Events highlights that 68% of companies are making supply chain visibility and monitoring solutions a top priority.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 17, 2025
Many of the world’s largest companies have committed to reaching net zero by 2050, triggering a ripple effect throughout global supply chains. For most CPG brands, indirect emissions — those that occur across the supply chain — represent the majority of their carbon footprint. Retailers are following suit. In the U.S.,
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
With the rapid advancements in technology and the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management, the role of artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly vital. Join us as we analyze the key takeaways from this engaging discussion and contemplate the implications for the future of supply chain management.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2025
Twenty twenty-five is starkly different: the next global war has already begun, and it’s unfolding not on distant battlefields, but right through the supply chains that you rely on. Your supply chain is already directly in the line of fire. In early 2025, Australia faced a similar form of non-kinetic warfare.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 17, 2025
Breaking Down Business Silos Supply chains don’t exist in isolation. To truly build resilience across the entire organization — including supply chain and logistics — businesses need to remove the internal silos that can lead to restricted data flow and collaboration. It all starts with adaptability.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 17, 2025
Yet the complex supply chains behind those therapies are increasingly vulnerable. A System Under Strain The fragility of the medication supply chain isn’t theoretical; it’s happening in real time. In a 2022 ASHP survey, 99.7% of pharmacists reported experiencing shortages of critical sterile injectables.
Procurement Insights
APRIL 6, 2025
hundreds to low thousands) as globalization increased supply chain complexity. 20112015: Rising Professionalization Events like Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo and World Procurement Congress (nearing its 21st year by 2025) gained traction. ERP systems) and supply chain visibility needs.
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ivalua
MAY 10, 2025
This guide breaks down the key procurement technologies in use today and the trends reshaping the future, such as AI-driven sourcing, predictive risk management, and deeper integration across the supply chain. What Is Procurement Technology? This evolution reflects procurement’s growing role as a strategic business partner.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2025
The challenge is compounded by the comparatively slow digital transformation in the supply chain and distribution sector, with many organizations remaining dependent on pricing systems that are either fully or partially manual. As the speed of trade policy changes continues to escalate, spreadsheets simply cannot keep up.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 19, 2025
The warehouse, meanwhile, has been elevated from afterthought to a central player, as new demands and responsibilities are placed on supply chains — from small-batch wave picking and reverse logistics to deeper supplier collaboration, and tariff and sustainability compliance. Just be prepared for anything and keep going.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 1, 2025
Photo: iStock/South_agency July 2, 2025 Helen Atkinson, Managing Editor How does a retailer stay ahead of the dizzying number of factors that go into whether it can sell what it puts on the shelves at a profit? AI can help. I’ve been in this industry since 1985, and it feels like the drama increases every year,” says Petro.
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Finale Inventory
JULY 18, 2025
Supply Chain Disruption in 2025: Navigating Supply Chain Issues Supply chain issues have become the defining challenge for multichannel merchants in 2025. When supply chains falter, customer satisfaction plummets and competitors gain ground.
Procurement Insights
JULY 7, 2025
Between 2007 and 2025, Procurement Insights archives reflect a remarkable evolution in the procurement and supply chain industry—from basic cost and operational concerns to strategic, tech-driven, and resilience-oriented priorities. Frequent posts on Black Swan events , ethical procurement , and supply chain myths in early 2025.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
In a fast-paced world where supply chain disruptions, generative AI innovations, and trade tariffs constantly shape the global economy, staying informed is vital. Hosted by Sarah Barnes Humphrey, the founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, the video promises an insightful discussion with special guest Audrey Ross.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 21, 2025
To keep operations and supply chains stable amid the volatility of today’s global trade dynamics, companies need a freight strategy that can flex under pressure. Multimodal in Practice At a basic level, multimodal shipping can refer to using two or more distinct modes — such as truck, rail, air or ocean — in a single supply chain.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 16, 2025
Still, it can be just as disruptive to supply chain performance. Unlike other areas of the supply chain, fleet management lacks a structured leadership development pipeline. Stable leadership strengthens the supply chain overall. On day one. And when they struggle?
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 23, 2025
What can supply chain leaders do to mitigate these risks? AI chatbots are beneficial, but they have room for improvement, so supply chain executives should understand the pros and cons and deploy them with caution. Those are expensive mistakes for any supply chain executive to make. Customers Like AI.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 10, 2025
Late payments are the silent disruptor that’s eroding trust, liquidity and operational continuity across the supply chain. Supply chains don’t operate in silos. Supply chains are built on trust and timing. Each tier, from raw-material providers to logistics firms, relies on predictable, timely cash flow.
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 9, 2025
Image: iStock/koto_feja July 9, 2025 Sponsored by DELMIA No other technology in recent history has received as much attention as artificial intelligence. Traditional AI dates back to at least the 1960s and encompasses techniques such as machine learning, which utilizes historical data to optimize problems and predict future outcomes.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 14, 2025
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 21, 2025
Now is an excellent time to develop organizational execution intelligence, which means using data and analytics to optimize operations across inventory management, pricing and promotion to squeeze every last ounce of efficiency out of your processes. The words “uncertainty” and “volatility” each also scored hundreds of mentions.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 10, 2025
issued similar statements on June 10, saying their payment plans are aimed at promoting efficient capital flows across supply chains in the automotive industry. issued similar statements on June 10, saying their payment plans are aimed at promoting efficient capital flows across supply chains in the automotive industry.
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 14, 2025
Our latest e-book, Unlocking Fulfillment Potential, will introduce you to the recently launched Zebra Symmetry™ Fulfillment ecosystem, which was engineered specifically to boost your profits. Zebra Navigating the Future of Demand Forecasting More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter!
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 15, 2025
Time to Start Preparing for the Digital Product Passport Photo: iStock.com/ Alexandros Michailidis June 16, 2025 Robert J. By integrating open data principles, the DPP will enhance both the visibility and integrity of product information, benefiting companies, consumers and the environment alike,” the EU’s message added.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2025
How Hai Robotics Can Help Hai Robotics offers flexible, scalable automation solutions designed to help facilities optimize storage, improve efficiency and adapt to changing demand. E-commerce growth, labor shortages and unpredictable demand are pushing many facilities to turn to automation as a way to stay competitive.
Procurement Insights
MAY 22, 2025
Business Model and Growth Funding: Raised $35 million in a Series B round in March 2025, led by Fin Capital and Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia and India, with participation from Point72 Ventures, Bertelsmann Investments, and others. ZoomInfo lists Certas revenue at $41 million as of December 2024. Summary Table: Certa.ai
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 24, 2025
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 18, 2025
Photographer: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg June 18, 2025 Bloomberg Amazon.com Inc. Featured Product Popular Stories Report From DPW: What’s Next for AI in Supply Chain? CEO Andy Jassy. Technology Tariff Turmoil Threatens to Bring Summer of Discontent Global Trade & Economics Starmer, Carney Reboot U.K.-Canada
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 7, 2025
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 13, 2025
While such a move isn’t likely at this point, “we can’t take for granted just how concentrated some of these production and supply chains are,” Taylor said in an interview. “We The latest escalation of violence between Israel and Iran had raised fears over a possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical export channel.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2025
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2025
This is exactly where inventory robotics employing artificial intelligence is reaching an inflection point in 2025. Supply Chain Finance & Revenue Management Lawyer for 737 Crash Victim Families Slams DOJ Deal with Boeing Quality & Metrics DHL Express Canada Workers on Strike Following Lockout Last Mile Delivery U.S.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 26, 2025
If you asked those same leaders what they wished they had in place and are now investing in heavily, the answer would be “supply chain analytics.” Moving from raw, unintegrated data to useful supply chain analytics is expensive — and it takes time. Enter 2025, and we’re facing another major supply chain challenge.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 22, 2025
Such a model, based on prioritizing unit economies and production at scale, doesn’t prepare manufacturers and retailers for the waves of disruption that are washing over global supply chains today. They can make selections based on an optimal mix of price, quality and geographic location.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 24, 2025
From electronics manufacturers to retail giants, companies are grappling with a complex landscape of rising duties and other supply chain challenges. From electronics manufacturers to retail giants, companies are grappling with a complex landscape of rising duties and other supply chain challenges. In the U.S.,
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 26, 2025
Bowman, SupplyChainBrain There’s always been procurement in supply chains — but today’s CPO is a whole different animal. Procurement sits at the center of every global supply chain, for acquisition of raw materials, components, assembly, finished goods, transportation and a range of other business functions.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 17, 2025
THE SUPPLYCHAINBRAIN PODCAST Podcast | Mitigating Supply Chain Risk: Is Insurance Up to the Challenge? Photo: iStock.com/Panuwat Dangsungnoen July 18, 2025 Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain Supply chain managers are in a risky business. Does the insurance industry have their back?
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 24, 2025
The program was made possible by funding from DHL Supply Chain. Each activity also includes a Future Focus section, helping girls connect what they’re learning to real-world careers, and opening their eyes to exciting possibilities in supply chain, logistics, engineering and tech.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 16, 2025
At Optimal Dynamics’ recent Transportation Leadership Strategy Session, 25 industry peers gathered to exchange perspectives on how we’re all adapting to these pressures. Some of the most exciting developments are happening in AI-driven network optimization. Erica Frank is vice president of marketing with Optimal Dynamics.
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