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Forestreet: Vendor Analysis — Supplier discovery solution overview, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Forestreet, a supplier discovery solution. In a world that feels like it is constantly teetering on the edge of chaos or permacrisis, procurement professionals must master uncertainty by building resilience and agility. And one way to do that is to rethink where organizations source from. Nearshoring and ally-shoring arent just buzzwords anymore; theyve shot to the top of the agenda for anyone trying to keep supply chains resilient and busi

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Optimizing Supply Chains and Driving Efficiency with AI

All Things Supply Chain

Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms how businesses manage cumbersome supply chains by improving demand forecasting and inventory management.

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Reshoring vs Nearshoring: Key Differences and Business Benefits

Planergy

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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The Art of Compromise as a Negotiation Strategy in Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

Introduction Negotiation is at the heart of supply chain management. Whether dealing with suppliers, logistics providers, or internal stakeholders, striking the right balance between assertiveness and flexibility is key. Richard Todd , a negotiation expert describes a successful negotiation as one that requires understanding not just what is needed from a supplier but also what the supplier needs from us.

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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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Canada to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs following US steel, aluminum duties

Supply Chain Dive

The measure, which takes effect Thursday, covers nearly $30 billion in imports from the U.S., including computers and sports equipment.

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455: Discover Event-Driven Platform Technology, with BlackBerry Radar

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Today Im joined by BlackBerry Radar , a solution combining device hardware, secure communications network, and dynamic cloud platform that was engineered for intelligence. BlackBerry Radar is an intelligent, secure, and user-friendly asset tracking and monitoring solution, providing reliable industry-leading visibility into a range of fleet assets, including trailers, flatbeds, chassis and intermodal containers.

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Report: China's Shipbuilding Boom is Reshaping Balance of Naval Power

Supply Chain Brain

The CSIS estimates that at the current pace of production, China will grow its naval fleet from 234 ships to 425 by 2030.

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Alternative delivery providers ramp up service coverage

Supply Chain Dive

Jitsu, SpeedX and Veho have unveiled new regional launches this year in a continued push for volume and market share.

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Three Supply Chain Shifts That Are Defining 2025

Supply Chain Brain

The evolution of supply chain technology today is about rethinking the way that businesses collaborate, operate and innovate.

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EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs

Supply Chain Dive

The European Commission is letting previously suspended duties return for various products and planning for additional countermeasures by mid-April.

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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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USDA Signals Egg Price Relief as Bird Flu Outbreak Slows

Supply Chain Brain

A March 7 report from the USDA says that there haven't been any significant bird flu outbreaks detected on farms in at least two weeks.

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Generative AI vs AI Agents: What Are the Differences?

Pipefy

In recent years, generative AI has been one of the most talked-about topics worldwide. The launch of ChatGPT (OpenAI), Gemini (Google), Copilot (Microsoft) , and more recently, the Chinese DeepSeek (DeepSeek), has awakened the world to the enormous potential of artificial intelligence. Now, AI Agents represent the evolution of this technology, especially in terms of intelligent automation.

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Driving Efficiency Gains With IIOT and Connected Applications

Supply Chain Brain

Real-time data collection and analysis are at the heart of the industrial internet of things (IIoT).

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Implementing Integrated Logistics Networks in Developing Markets

SCMDOJO

Introduction Modern advancements call for efficient logistics networks that are the backbone of economic growth. Developing markets, with their diverse geographical landscapes, infrastructure limitations, and regulatory complexities, often face significant challenges in ensuring seamless distribution and delivery of goods. One promising solution is the implementation of integrated logistics networks, a strategy that promotes coordination, technology adoption, and collaborative partnerships to en

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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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ILA and USMX Officially Seal Six-Year Port Contract

Supply Chain Brain

The deal was praised by both sides as a "win-win" deal that protects union jobs, while establishing a framework for introducing new technologies to U.S. ports.

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Cross-Border Payments: Everything You Need to Know

Planergy

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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Successful Supplier Risk Management Requires a Balanced Trinity: Strategy, Governance and Resources

Supply Chain Brain

A successful supplier risk framework will only be successful if a well thought out strategy is supported by a governing body and aligned resources.

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Moving Beyond the Bolt and Escaping the ProcureTech ERP Era?

Procurement Insights

“What is most interesting about Zycus tremendous growth rate is that it is indicative of the evolution (some would even suggest fruition) of a trend first presented in a Procurement Insights post from August 31, 2007.Titled The Ariba Interviews: Re-engineering the Future of On-Demand, I made reference to several reports and articles that clearly indicated the beginning of a paradigm shift in favor of emerging vendors such as Zycus whose expertise, product quality and SaaS pricing model had

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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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What privatizing the US Postal Service could mean for prices, coverage

Supply Chain Dive

As President Donald Trump mulls big changes for the agency, experts said taking it private could put some of its current advantages at risk.

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EU and Canada Hit Back Against U.S. Steel, Aluminum Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

The Trump administration's 25% tariffs came into force on March 12, and apply to all steel and aluminum imported into the U.S.

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Trump wants to end the ‘horrible, horrible’ CHIPS Act. It’s not that simple.

Supply Chain Dive

Defunding the law would require an act of Congress, which one expert says would be unlikely to pass.

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