UPS program cuts delivery days in more rural areas
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 27, 2024
Communities in three states are among those impacted by the initiative, which the company says will boost driver efficiency.
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Cargo Thefts in North America Jump 49% in First Half of 2024
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
Around 45% of cargo thefts were in California, while 36% of that share took place in what Overhaul calls the "Southern California Red Zone.
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Port of Seattle confronts 4th day of cyberattack outages
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 27, 2024
The most significant impacts are occurring at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
To Bot or Not to Bot: Solving for the Right Level of Warehouse Automation
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
While warehouse robotics is undeniably a growing trend, the narrative surrounding its value deserves a more granular look.
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
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.
Dick’s Sporting Goods to open Texas distribution center
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 27, 2024
The facility will be the retailer’s sixth as it targets continued expansion.
Panama Canal Eases Limits That Caused Global Shipping Bottleneck
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
The Panama Canal Authority has increased the draft in the waterway to a maximum 50 feet and will allow 36 vessels a day to transit.
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BNSF, Norfolk Southern Reach New Deals With Five Unions
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
The new deals include a 3.5% yearly wage increase over the next five years, along with more vacation hours earlier in workers' careers.
AOP Introducing… SapienceS2P
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 27, 2024
In this episode of AOP Introducing, Helen Mackenzie speaks with Dario Kulic, Senior Partner and Managing Director of SapienceS2P, which. The post AOP Introducing… SapienceS2P appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Are Container Freight Contract Derivatives Finally the Solution to Market Volatility?
Supply Chain Brain
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Index-linked contracts combined with derivatives could actually create a completely predictable freight rate environment. Perhaps.
Driving continuous business transformation: Strategies for successful IT and Procurement collaboration
Spotlight on Procurement
AUGUST 27, 2024
Jay Ferro, EVP, Chief Information, Technology, & Product Officer, at Clario and Mert Erkan, Vice President at Efficio, discuss how IT, product management, and procurement can work together to drive successful business transformations. Listen to this episode in order to gain actionable insights from a CIO on managing large-scale business transformations and to understand how to build stronger cross functional teams and partnerships that drive long-term success.
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
Watch: How Are China-Taiwan Tensions Threatening Global Semiconductor Supply?
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
Ashray Lavsi, principal with Efficio Consulting, reports on the current state of relations between China and Taiwan, and how it might affect the global supply of semiconductors.
Is the role of Procurement Category Manager dead?
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AUGUST 27, 2024
The Procurement Category Manager role has been the backbone of the procurement profession over the past 20 years. In larger organisations especially, it’s has been a symbol of procurement’s metamorphasis from an operational to more professional, strategic focus. At the same time, procurement technology has become more affordable and easier to use.
IBM to Shut China R&D Team, Affecting Less Than 1,000 Staff
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
Hardware is a particularly sensitive arena given the U.S. and China are locked in a conflict over key technologies from semiconductors to artificial intelligence.
Biden Admin Awards $3.5M in Grants for Trucking Workforce Training
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2024
The funds will go to training programs at community colleges in 16 states, including Colorado, Texas, Maryland, Georgia, California and Ohio.
How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform
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.
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