Tue.Nov 15, 2022

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CPO Spotlight: Ketal Patel

Procurement Heads

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest CPO Spotlight, he spoke with Rupert Gaster about the various categories he has managed during his extensive career and how he and his team have shown procurement’s worth to the business during one of its busiest ever periods. Unlike some people, my career in procurement started by pure luck. I wanted to move to London having studied in Birmingham and lived there for a few years, a friend worked at United Biscuits and had an opening in the procurement function

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Raqmiyat Partners with Ivalua to Digitalize the Procurement Function of Organizations in the UAE & KSA

ivalua

UAE-based System Integrator and Digital Enabler will be a partner for Ivalua’s eProcurement solution in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Dubai, UAE, 15 November 2022. Raqmiyat , a leading system integrator and digital enabler, is pleased to announce the partnership with Ivalua , a global leader in spend management. This partnership is to enable the eProcurement digitalization of an increasing number of organizations in the Middle East, whose digitalization efforts continue to be largel

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How to have A Successful Impact In A New Procurement Role

Procurement Heads

You will have to adapt to new systems, and processes and chances are you will have a culture shock. Having a flexible attitude and being able to demonstrate a desire to be a part of the business’s success will be beneficial to make that positive start. Everyone has a 90-day plan and often you will find it goes out the window. All your well-made plans will be changed as you imbed yourself into the company projects and requirements so it is good to keep the following in mind – Comprehe

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The Battery Supply Chain Is Finally Coming to America

Supply Chain Brain

Redwood Materials Inc., the battery recycling company, has reached a deal to supply Panasonic with billions of dollars in critical battery components that will be produced in the U.S. for the first time. .

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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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CPO Spotlight: Ketal Patel

Procurement Heads

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest CPO Spotlight, he spoke with Rupert Gaster about the various categories he has managed during his extensive career and how he and his team have shown procurement’s worth to the business during one of its busiest ever periods. Unlike some people, my career in procurement started by pure luck. I wanted to move to London having studied in Birmingham and lived there for a few years, a friend worked at United Biscuits and had an opening in the procurement function

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NFT Social Media Management for Twitter!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Non-Fungible Token (NFT) Overview! If you are like most investors in today’s marketplace, you want to try to get as much value as possible out of every investment, whether it’s an NFT or something else that you are investing in. There are lots of different social media management strategies and services out there.

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Amazon tests new robotic system to improve warehouse efficiency

Supply Chain Dive

The company says Sparrow will automate the task of moving items prior to packaging, a critical part of the fulfillment process.

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U.S. Warehouse Sector Loses Jobs for Fourth Month in Cooling Sign

Supply Chain Brain

Even after the recent drop, warehouse and storage employment remains well above its pre-pandemic levels.

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Episode 91: Centralizing the Process for Buying Technology with David Campbell

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Episode 91: Centralizing the Process for Buying Technology with David Campbell. By Kelly Barner | November 16, 2022. Procurement teams may talk about technology spend as an isolated category, but it actually encompasses a very broad range of products and platforms. When procurement is thinking big picture about technology – and cloud software in particular – the value generated can go way beyond just savings, including the mitigation of external risk.

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Funko takes on higher labor costs due to ERP delays

Supply Chain Dive

The toymaker decided to open a fulfillment center without the intended management software in order to meet elevated demand.

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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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New and Noteworthy Categories on Thomasnet.com for November 2022

The Thomas Blog

Since industry is constantly growing and evolving, Thomasnet.com ® is too. Our platform has over 75,000 categories of products and services, from alloy to zinc, from which professionals like you can source. And thanks to our industry specialists, we are constantly researching and adding to our platform with new supplier categories to help you keep up with current market trends. 1.

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The Four Pillars of B2B E-Commerce Fulfillment

Supply Chain Brain

If Amazon shipments arrive in two days or less for free, why can’t B2B purchases do the same? .

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Supply Chain Platforms for Complex Defense Organizations

The Network Effect

The post Supply Chain Platforms for Complex Defense Organizations appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Watch: The 'Multi-Multi' Problem Gives Rise to 'TMS Plus'

Supply Chain Brain

Today's highly complex supply chain world requires a more sophisticated platform than traditional transportation management system (TMS) technology offers, says Martin Verwijmeren, co-founder and chief executive officer of MPO.

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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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Leveraging Software Offerings Means Looking Beyond The Price

Procurement Foundry

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Port of Los Angeles Cargo Volume Down 6% so Far in 2022

Supply Chain Brain

Cargo volume at the Port of Los Angeles dropped in October as the Port handled 678,429 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs), a 25% decrease from October 2021.

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Mastermind LIVE 2022 Event Recap

Art of Procurement

What is one thing we can say about 2023 with absolute confidence? It will be full of surprises. The question. The post Mastermind LIVE 2022 Event Recap appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Watch: Beyond Efficiency and Cost Reduction: The World of Web 3.0

Supply Chain Brain

It's time to move beyond short-term cost cutting to a more strategic approach to supply chain management, says James Hendrickson, president and general manager of Verses Enterprise.

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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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Seasoned Leadership in Action™ – An Interview with La Chang, CEO at TGL!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series. This interview is with La Chang, CEO at Think Global Logistics (TGL) , an international freight forwarding company.

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China Plays Down Protests Against CPEC at Gwadar Port

Supply Chain Brain

Protestors are threatening to block the CPEC projects if their demands, which included banning illegal trawling in Gwadar, are not met within a week.

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New Suppliers on Thomasnet.com for November 2022

The Thomas Blog

Exciting new B2B companies are being established across the U.S. and Canada every day, and every month, hundreds of them are joining Thomasnet.com ®. We're highlighting ten of the most notable and innovative companies below to bring some of the unique services and products they provide to the forefront. 1. NRI Industrial Sales. NRI Industrial Sales LLC is a Delta, OH-based company that specializes in the purchase of surplus industrial equipment from businesses, including those going through clos

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Canada Charges Electric Vehicle Battery Researcher With Espionage for China

Supply Chain Brain

The arrest comes as Canada grapples with a barrage of accusations of Chinese interference, including allegations of meddling in its federal elections.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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How to Save Money as a Courier Driver!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 6 Techniques to Reduce Last Mile Delivery Costs! Whether you decide to become a courier driver as a side gig or as your main hobby, you will notice something. Your money starts to drain pretty fast, even with normal gas prices! Whether you are delivering food, freight, or packages, you will be crisscrossing your area and the gas bill is going to add up.

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Using AI and ML to Alleviate Last-Mile Pain Points

Supply Chain Brain

With the continuing surge in e-commerce, rapid fulfillment and distribution are becoming key to meeting demand and ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Biden proposes new sustainability rules for federal suppliers

Supply Chain Dive

Companies with more than $7.5 million in federal contracts would be required to disclose emissions.