Fri.May 23, 2025

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Canada Post union initiates overtime ban as shippers brace for disruption

Supply Chain Dive

The action falls short of a nationwide work stoppage even as the carrier and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers failed to reach a deal by a Friday deadline.

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Supply Chain Safety Protects Workers and Maintains Compliance

SCMDOJO

It is easy to address supply chain management from a strict numbers mindset. Getting things where they need to go, on time and on budget, is the goal. Fulfilling orders and keeping customers happy drives profits. But behind every logistics system are the people that make it run. And compliance to regulations and industry best practices ensure that everything is done correctly.

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Striking Parallels Between Arkestro’s 2025 Solution And RAM’s 1998 Solution

Procurement Insights

Arkestro’s founder and chief strategy officer, Edmund Zargorin, commented on yesterday’s post, Peeling Back The Agent-Based Metaprise Onion , which inspired today’s post. So, where is the parallel between Arkestro’s solution in 2025 and RAM’s 1998 Agent-based, self-learning algorithm AI system from 1998? Arkestros Predictive Procurement Platform leverages early AI principles akin to Jon Hansens RAM model in several key ways, blending decentralized decision-making, a

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Future-Proofing Supply Chains with Analytics-Driven Leadership

SCMDOJO

In an age where supply chains face persistent disruptionsfrom pandemics and trade wars to cyberattacks and climate volatilityresilience is no longer optional. Organizations must anticipate risk, adapt faster, and recover smarter. This shift has pushed supply chain leadership to pivot from reactive management to proactive strategy built on data. By embedding analytics across logistics, sourcing, and fulfillment, businesses gain the visibility and foresight needed to stay competitive.Analytics-dri

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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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How To Empower Practitioners To Select The Right Solution Provider Partner

Procurement Insights

The RAM 4-Model Assessment Tool , developed by Jon W. Hansen, is a proprietary evaluation framework designed to assess the readiness, alignment, and sustainability of ProcureTech solution providers or procurement transformation initiatives. Its especially useful when applied to both technology platforms and the organizations adopting them. RAM 4-Model stands for: Readiness Alignment Maturity Model-fit Purpose of the RAM 4-Model Tool Identify whether a solution or initiative is fit-for-purpose

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Shein drops prices following US-China tariff deal

Supply Chain Dive

The fast fashion company's competitor Temu also walked backduty-driven increases earlier this month.

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Vendor onboarding software & process explained

TYA Suite

According to recent industry research, 80% of businesses report a significant reduction in operational inefficiencies when implementing automated vendor onboarding software. As organizations grow and work with an increasing number of vendors, the process of onboarding new suppliers can become complex and resource-intensive. Manual processes often lead to delays, errors, and inconsistent data, which can negatively impact business operations.

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Part Four: Agentic AI — How AI, Agentic Networks, and Human Collaboration Are Shaping the Future

CPO Rising

Did you miss Ardent Partners’ recent webinar, Evolution of AI in Procurement: The Agentic Age, that shed light on howartificial Intelligence (AI) has come a long way from basic… The post Part Four: Agentic AI How AI, Agentic Networks, and Human Collaboration Are Shaping the Future appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Vendor Lifecycle Management Software - All-in-One Guide

TYA Suite

72% of procurement leaders say vendor data is scattered across tools, emails, and spreadsheets. This statistic shows a real and common problem in many companies today. Vendor informationlike contracts, certificates, and performance reportsis often stored in different places. Some of it is in Excel sheets, some in email threads, and some is saved on local computers.

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How Sourcing Specialists Add Value to International Trade

Procurement Freelancers

Summary: Sourcing specialists reduce procurement costs through global supplier comparison and negotiation. They assess and… The post How Sourcing Specialists Add Value to International Trade first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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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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Supplier collaboration software: A full overview

TYA Suite

Managing a successful supply chain requires more than just ensuring products are delivered on time its about building strong, effective partnerships with your suppliers. As businesses face increasing pressure to improve operations, control expenses, and stay ahead of market demands, the need for improved supplier relationships has never been more important. has an important role to play.

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How RFID Asset Tracking Enhances Equipment Lifespan

SCMDOJO

Managing equipment is an important aspect of any business in today’s tech-driven world. Maintaining assets for the long term can result in significant cost savings. RFID asset tracking is one of those solutions that has gained interest among businesses looking to optimize their operations. This technology provides insights about equipment throughout its lifecycle, from initial deployment to end of life, and handles all types of maintenance processes systematically and efficiently.

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Mastering procure-to-pay (P2P) Automation - Fully Explained

TYA Suite

Why do companies still struggle with delays, errors, and compliance issues in their , even with so much technology available today? The answer often lies in disconnected systems, manual workflows, and a lack of visibility between procurement and finance teams. Procure to pay automation addresses these issues by digitizing and streamlining the entire cycle, from to invoice payment.

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How to Master Effective Negotiations

Shapiro Negotiations Institute

You’ve been there. Sitting across from that procurement manager who just slashed your proposal by 20%. Or facing that supplier who “can’t possibly” meet your timeline. Your heart races a bit. Your palms might even sweat. Because you know what happens in the next few minutes matters. You want the numbers to work. But you also need this relationship to last beyond today’s conversation.

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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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Trump calls for 50% tariffs on EU

Supply Chain Dive

Negotiations “are going nowhere" between the U.S. and the bloc, the president said on Friday.