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

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. Sam Jenks , Chief Revenue Officer at Kodiak Hub , shares what their customers are looking for from their digital procurement investment.

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Future Learn Supply Chain Courses VS SCMDOJO Academy

SCMDOJO

Two prominent online learning platforms, Future Learn Courses and SCMDOJO, offer courses on demand to meet supply chain enthusiasts’ diverse needs. As you know, the supply chain management landscape constantly evolves, necessitating continuous learning and skill development for professionals in this field. This comprehensive comparison will examine the key aspects of these platforms, enabling you to decide which best suits your career goals.

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2011 To 2025: The Evolution Of How The C-Suite And Boardroom Views Procurement

Procurement Insights

The following is a 31-minute video of a 2011 lecture I gave at eWorld. It made me wonder if and how the C-Suite view of procurement has evolved over the past 14 years. Starting with the CFO, then the CIO, CEO, and The Board, here is the outline of changes in how top executives view procurement going forward in 2025. 2011 eWorld Video THE EVOLUTION OF THE CFO VIEW Between 2011 and 2024 , CFOs’ views of procurement have evolved significantly, reflecting changes in the business environment, t

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Mexico restricts duty-free apparel imports

Supply Chain Dive

The rule change will significantly impact foreign fashion brands and 3PLs using Mexico for de minimis shipments to the U.S.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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.

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Labor Rights, Automation to Reshape Supply Chain Workforce in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

With contentious union negotiations, rapid advancements in automation and AI, and growing global scrutiny on human rights abuses, 2025 is set to be a transformative year for labor.

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Top 10 Hottest Courses at SCMDOJO Academy 2024

SCMDOJO

SCMDOJO Academy elevates your procurement and supply chain skills through its extensive course library. Continuous learning is crucial for professionals to stay ahead of the curve and enhance their skill sets. SCMDOJO offers a diverse range of courses to cater to various learning needs. Here are 10 of their top-rated courses: 1. Mastering Procurement – Essentials Skills and Competencies Mastering Procurement by Maryna Trepova is the ultimate Procurement and Purchase Management course for E

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US Steel streamlines procurement processes with AI-powered platform

Supply Chain Dive

The steel producer is using GEP Software to analyze spend and forecasting while also managing its sourcing project pipeline.

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How AI Can Help to Reduce Waste in Logistics

Supply Chain Brain

For all their importance to global supply chains, logistics activities generate considerable amounts of waste.

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Top 12 Most-Read Supply Chain Articles Of SCMDOJO 2024

SCMDOJO

In the vast sea of supply chain information, which SCMDOJO supply chain article truly stands out? Dive into our curated list of the top 12 blogs from 2024 that will elevate your supply chain knowledge and give you a competitive edge. 1. Decoding the Procurement Department: A Comprehensive Guide to Roles and Responsibilities This supply chain article provides a comprehensive overview of the procurement department within an organization.

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What is the Best Procurement Software?

Procurement Express

Procurement software tends to fall into one of three categories. There are enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, which are complex systems designed to help companies manage all ends of the supply chain. Then, there is accounting software that people use to keep track of POs, sacrificing a comprehensive procurement suite for all-in-one convenience.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

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Supply chains of over 100 fashion brands linked to oil, gas fracking in Texas

Supply Chain Dive

Old Navy, H&M and Adidas were among the 107 companies reported to be using textile materials generated by petrochemicals linked to the Permian Basin, per Stand.earth.

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Congress Looks to Boost U.S. Shipbuilding Industry

Supply Chain Brain

The bill would require 10% of all import cargo into the United States from China to arrive on vessels built, flagged and crewed in the U.S.

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Best of 2024: CPO Rising Listicle: Battle Inflation with Five Smart Strategies

CPO Rising

Editors Note: Over the next few weeks on CPO Rising, were publishing some best of 2024 articles as we reflect on the year and prepare for the new year ahead.… The post Best of 2024: CPO Rising Listicle: Battle Inflation with Five Smart Strategies appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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How to Improve Your Indirect Spend Management Strategy

Procurement Express

Procurement managers are pros when it comes to negotiating deals down to the penny, working closely with suppliers to secure terms that place them at a strategic advantage. However, these strategies often only account for direct procurement or the purchases associated with the products a company sells. Indirect spending, or those purchases that fall into the everything else categoryfrom IT equipment and professional services to payrollaren’t always held to the same standard.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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Amazon, OSHA reach settlement over worker safety

Supply Chain Dive

Nine of 10 citations were withdrawn, though the e-tailer has agreed to pay more than 90% of the penalties and inspections continue, according to the Department of Labor.

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How Tech Innovation Is Modernizing Product Repairs in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

One of the most significant challenges within the modern-day supply chain and logistics landscape is the management of product repairs.

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How Supplier Auditors Navigate Cross-Cultural Global Supply Chain Challenges

Procurement Freelancers

In todays interconnected world, global supply chains are the backbone of commerce. However, navigating the… The post How Supplier Auditors Navigate Cross-Cultural Global Supply Chain Challenges first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Coming January 10th, 2025 – Why This Statement May Be The Greatest Threat To Successful Procurement Transformation

Procurement Insights

On January 10th, 2025, I will publish my review of the following GEP paper: The Rise of AI Agents Procurement & Supply Chain Enter the Autonomous Age 30

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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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Exploring the de minimis exemption’s role in supply chains

Supply Chain Dive

The provision has come under fire in recent years, with any potential changes likely impacting manufacturing, parcel shipping and air cargo operations.

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Best Buy Charts a Path to Zero Waste in Its Supply Chain Facilities

Supply Chain Brain

For consumer electronics and home appliance retailer Best Buy, washing waste of out of the system is an effort that has grown in ambition and scope.

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10 Ways Procurement Consultants Reduce Costs While Maintaining Quality

Procurement Freelancers

In today’s competitive global marketplace, balancing cost reduction with quality assurance is a constant challenge… The post 10 Ways Procurement Consultants Reduce Costs While Maintaining Quality first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Beverage Dynamics: AI’s Impact on the Beverage Alcohol Industry

Arkestro

Beverage alcohol retail technology remains ever-changing and constantly evolving.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

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.

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AI for finance: modernizing the financial sector

Pipefy

The financial market is constantly facing challenges related to efficiency and process management. With the emergence of AI for finance, tasks like credit analysis, compliance management, and data processing have become faster and more reliable, marking a significant transformation in the sector. Furthermore, implementing new technologies was often limited by rigid systems and a lack of integration between tools.

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Maersk Urges Cargo Removal from U.S. Ports as Labor Talks Stall

Supply Chain Brain

The ILA and USMX have until January 15 to come to a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement to avert another strike at U.S. ports.

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Happy New Year!

CPO Rising

Happy New Year! To commemorate the occasion (and for auld lang syne), we will continue to reprise a few of our favorite articles from the last year. After that, we… The post Happy New Year! appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Key Differences Between a Purchasing Consultant and a Procurement Manager

Procurement Freelancers

Have you ever considered if your company needs a procurement manager or a purchasing consultant?… The post Key Differences Between a Purchasing Consultant and a Procurement Manager first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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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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A 1-Minute Video On Agentic AI?

Procurement Insights

@zachking Which art illusion took the longest time to make?

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Visibility Begins with the Right TMS

Supply Chain Brain

If the Covid-19 pandemic can be said to have had any positive impact, it would be in the technology advances to address longstanding performance challenges facing supply chains.

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443: Mastering Visibility: Insights from LogTech Live with Shippeo

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Today were showcasing another of our fabulous live shows LogTech Live with Eric Johnson. Eric is Senior Editor of Technology at the Journal Of Commerce, he has SO much knowledge and more than a little insider info, so we love collaborating with him. Trust me if something’s going down in supply chain, he’s the first to know about it! Hes joined by special guests to break down key industry trends and insights on the first and third Friday of every month at 10am EST, so if you dont h

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Trump is promising new tariffs. How are companies getting ready?

Supply Chain Dive

Retailers and manufacturers that emphasize optionality in their supply chains will be best equipped to navigate a shifting trade landscape, according to experts.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.