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Sustainable Transformation — Embracing Sustainable Procurement

Procurement Tactics

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Sustainable Transformation — Embracing Sustainable Procurement Sustainable transformation is needed to adapt and survive the new wave of challenges in the procurement process. However, how do you do it? In this article, we will discuss what sustainable transformation is.

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Toyota Vehicle Output Hits Record as Supply Chains Untangle

Supply Chain Brain

Toyota produced a record 10.7 million cars for the 12 months period that ended March 31 thanks to increased capacity and production optimization.

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Why Retailers Need Better Inventory Management

Procurement Bulletin

Why Retailers Need Better Inventory Management Many of the retailers in my city are constantly out of stock on items, which results in me ignoring their “sales” since they never actually have anything in stock. In 2021, 7.4% of retail sales were “lost” due to items not being in stock. That’s why inventory management is crucial China Looking to Boost Trade Business We’ve wrote about how global demand for goods has decreased resulting in lower trade transactions

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Today’s EMS Provider Needs to Be More Than Just a Manufacturer

Supply Chain Brain

To be a success today, contract manufacturers must also offer design expertise, technical assistance, inventory management and logistics services.

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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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[Pod] Benchmarking Supplier Diversity to Drive Performance w/ Aylin Basom and Lois Eichacker

Art of Procurement

“In our opinion, you have to take a category management approach to supplier diversity. Find those categories where there is. The post [Pod] Benchmarking Supplier Diversity to Drive Performance w/ Aylin Basom and Lois Eichacker appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Inflation Reduction Act : How to Secure Tax Credits for Clean Energy

Supply Chain Brain

This white paper examines the tax credit and the application process as well as how it may benefit your company’s green energy projects.

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Watch: Getting Ready for the Inaugural Global Supply Chain Marketing Summit

Supply Chain Brain

An update on the first-ever Global Supply Chain Marketing Summit , presented by SupplyChainBrain and the Council of Supply Chain Management Professsionals, set for June 7-9, 2023 in Amelia Island, Florida.

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Three Arguments to Justify Contract Lifecycle Management Investments

The Good Spending

A contract projects an economic exchange into the future. This simple definition suggests that a contract doesn't disappear upon its execution, just like some colleagues believe when they leave their contracts poorly recorded and unmanaged the moment they sign them. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) does the rescue by effectively managing contracts from initiation to execution and beyond.

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Three Problems Manufacturers Face When Digitizing Customer Experience and How to Solve Them

Supply Chain Brain

The vast majority of manufacturers are either aware of the need to improve CX. But with this fast-paced race to transform comes a variety of issues.

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Balancing Fleet Efficiency and Safety

Supply Chain Brain

Achieving a balance between fleet safety and efficiency is a complex and challenging task. This challenge is complicated by labor shortages, the demand for faster delivery times, narrow delivery windows, and new safety regulations.

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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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2023 Manufacturing Trends : Investing in Technology to Prepare for Uncertainty

Supply Chain Brain

2023 Manufacturing Trends Survey, conducted in collaboration with more than 240 professionals from a variety of manufacturing sectors across North America.

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EDI: Migrating Toward Cloud-Based Trading

Supply Chain Brain

Download this special report to learn more about where EDI started, its benefits and where it’s headed in the future.

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Three Reasons to Modernize EDI Infrastructure

Supply Chain Brain

Electronic data interchange (EDI) has been the standard for B2B supply chain communication since the 1960s and early 1970s, but it's time for an upgrade.

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Top 10 SCM Trends in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Through consistent data analysis, Setlog can predict how supply chain trends will evolve and how market conditions change due to current events.

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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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5 Key Policies You Need to Comply with C-TPAT

Supply Chain Brain

CBP has changed the C-TPAT requirements and here is everything you need to know!

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Is Micro-fulfillment Right for You? Three Critical Things to Consider

Supply Chain Brain

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Today’s Omnichannel Fulfillment & Delivery: Creating a Competitive Omnichannel Experience

Supply Chain Brain

The white paper by OneRail, “Today’s Omnichannel Fulfillment & Delivery: Creating a Competitive Omnichannel Experience,” delves into the strategic framework for modern omnichannel fulfillment and delivery, outlining the challenges and benefits of implementation.

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How to Drive ESG Visibility and Traceability Across Your Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Read the GEP whitepaper that discusses how to align supply chains with the enterprise’s ESG targets and recommends a six-point plan for leaders to gain visibility and track, trace and measure ESG performance across their supply chains.

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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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Next-Generation Fulfillment Strategies and Operating Models: A Strategic Playbook

Supply Chain Brain

Read the GEP playbook for a deep dive into the demanding fulfillment constraints organizations face and how operating models are evolving through technology and innovative approaches to meet modern demands.

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Japan Adopts New Ocean Policy to Bolster Maritime Security

Supply Chain Brain

The new five-year policy aims to strengthen Japan's maritime security in response to increased assertive actions from China and other nations.

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