UPS plans to open 7 healthcare logistics facilities in 2023
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 3, 2023
Services for healthcare shippers have been a bright spot for the delivery giant amid an overall decline in demand.
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The Big Interview with Gordon Hall
Procurement Heads
MAY 3, 2023
For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, he spoke with Kane Nurse about his procurement career. How did you get into procurement? It’s an interesting story, procurement wasn’t a predefined career choice by any means. I actually fell into procurement. It was presented to me as an opportunity and challenge at the same time in my very first role by the Managing Director I was reporting to at the time, this followed a two-and-a-half-year stint in front-line operations.
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4 charts show how cargo diversions are playing out in the US
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 3, 2023
Shippers have been diverting cargo for years now, but where exactly is it going? A few datasets provide a hint.
The Big Interview with Gordon Hall
Procurement Heads
MAY 3, 2023
For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, he spoke with Kane Nurse about his procurement career. How did you get into procurement? It’s an interesting story, procurement wasn’t a predefined career choice by any means. I actually fell into procurement. It was presented to me as an opportunity and challenge at the same time in my very first role by the Managing Director I was reporting to at the time, this followed a two-and-a-half-year stint in front-line operations.
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.
A Big Rethink: Reimagining and Reshaping Supply Chain Planning
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
Key to any digitalization effort is connecting all data, decisions, and operations and enabling the community of internal and external users and partners to make better and faster supply chain decisions.
Walmart, Cummins partner on trucks powered by compressed natural gas
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 3, 2023
The retailer says incorporating alternative fuel vehicles and EVs is a step toward its goal of reaching zero emissions by 2040.
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SEC pressed to halt potential Shein IPO over forced labor concerns
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 3, 2023
A group of lawmakers want the fast fashion giant to verify whether its supply chain is tied to China's Xinjiang region.
Jason Busch talks to Alex Gagnon at ABX: Innovation and growth at Amazon Business
Spend Matters
MAY 3, 2023
Categories: Innovation , Procurement Systems & Architecture , Purchasing and Sourcing Tags: Podcast Recently Jason Busch, the founder and CEO of Spend Matters, arrived in London from Chicago to attend this year’s Amazon Business Exchange (ABX). ABX is the flagship event of Amazon Business, the professional procurement solution that offers customers the choice of millions of products, invoice management and exclusive features tailored to a business's needs, enhancing Procurement’s impact as a
Iran Seizes Second Oil Tanker, Heightening Shipping Fears
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
The incident is the latest flare-up in one of the world’s most oil-rich regions, after Iran seized another tanker in the nearby Gulf of Oman April 27.
Episode 113: Learning to Work Side-by-Side with ChatGPT with Joshua Palacios
Una
MAY 3, 2023
EPISODE 113 Learning to Work Side-by-Side with ChatGPT with Joshua Palacios By Kelly Barner | May 3, 2023 In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes Joshua Palacios. Josh is a Senior Sourcing Manager at Ro and according to his LinkedIn profile he “refuses to be overlooked due to his work ethic and achievements.” Josh connected with The Sourcing Hero team in a very unique way… he is a regular listener and had the creative idea to ask ChatGPT what a Sourcing Hero is.
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
The Psychiatry of Supply Chain Negotiations: Using human factors to attain superior outcomes
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
“Negotiation is empathy. It’s almost trite to say that if you can’t put yourself in the seat of the other person you’re speaking with, you’re not going to do well.
Blockchain (Part 4): Impediments and how they can be avoided
Spend Matters
MAY 3, 2023
Categories: Procurement Systems & Architecture Tags: PRO In part 1 of our blockchain in procurement series, we outlined what a blockchain is, what it can do and its potential use for procurement. In part 2, we examined concrete ways that vendors currently use blockchain to enhance their procurement process offerings. In part 3 we looked at some of the ways we anticipate blockchain technology to evolve in the near future.
Machine learning techniques in supply chain management
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
Organizations can gain a competitive edge and maximize profits by leveraging the power of technology to increase efficiency in their supply chain. But they need to understand what machine learning is, and is not, if they want to reduce costs, increase profits, and improve the customer experience.
What Is Invoice Processing? How It Works and the Benefits of Automated Invoice Processing
Pipefy
MAY 3, 2023
Company purchases are a common and necessary part of running a business, whether it’s for office supplies, outsourced services, or raw goods. When these purchases are made, they’re usually issued using a line of credit; companies place an order, the vendor or supplier provides the goods or services, and then payment is requested. This payment for request is usually provided to companies in the form of an invoice, which is a document that serves as an itemized record of the transaction between th
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.
ASCM launches new technology certificate
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
A new Supply Chain Technology Certificate from the Association for Supply Chain Management is designed to give professionals an understanding of the role emerging technologies play in supply chain performance.
How to Become A Citizen Developer
Pipefy
MAY 3, 2023
Chances are you’ve already heard about citizen developers. Over the past couple of years, citizen development — and its relative citizen automation — have taken center stage as businesses look for ways to improve efficiency, accelerate development cycles, and bridge the gap between business units and IT teams. If you’re ready to start down the path to becoming a citizen developer, this guide is for you.
Frictionless Supply Chain Podcast: Strategies for global trade compliance
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
Shipping goods across borders is a complicated process that requires plenty of documentation. Shipping Solutions’ Lisa Nemer joins Rosemary Coates to discuss the process.
Fulfillment Plus Value Added Services: A Magic Formula
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MAY 3, 2023
Fulfillment Plus Value Added Services: A Magic Formula Renewal Logistics handles warehousing and distribution as most 3PLs do, but where we are very different is that we are the ONLY 3PL that I know of in the US that also does Value Added Services projects at scale. And when I say Only, I mean Only. I was at an International Warehousing and Logistics Association function a few weeks ago, and we were the ONLY company out of about 150 in the room that did Value Added Services as a primary function
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.
Contracting in the new economy
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
Companies are turning to formal relational contracts to boost collaboration and drive innovation with strategic suppliers.
Watch: Open Sky Group Introduces Kaleidoscope
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
Open Sky Group, a global leader in solving supply chain technology challenges, announces its new Kaleidoscope Suite of supply chain management solutions.
Fintechs and SME Suppliers: Liquidity through digitization
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
Credit barriers and extended payment terms hamper the operational ability of tier 2 and tier 3 supply chain participants. But a new breed of technology companies are here to help.
Association for Supply Chain Management Launches New Technology Certificate
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
The ASCM's new Supply Chain Technology Certificate offers an understanding of emerging technologies and how they impact supply chain performances.
Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Services economy continues on a growth path in April, reports ISM
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 3, 2023
The Services PMI—at 51.9 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth)—increased 0.7% over March’s 51.2, growing, at a faster rate, for the fourth consecutive month. ISM said that the services sector has seen growth in 34 of the last 35 months, with December 2022 being the one month with a decline.
Full Harvest Expands Supply Chain Digitization to Cover All Grades of Produce
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
Full Harvest has expanded its online marketplace so it can handle all grades of produce, from USDA Grade 1 to surplus and imperfect products.
Q&A: Drive greater category value by uniting external and internal intelligence
Jaggaer
MAY 3, 2023
The post Q&A: Drive greater category value by uniting external and internal intelligence appeared first on JAGGAER.
New Law Would Require Canadian Businesses to Provide Annual Reports on Forced Labor
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
If passed, the law would compel Canadian companies and governmental bodies to provide annual reports outlining their efforts to reduce the use of forced or child labor.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Turning Over a New Leaf: EU’s Bold Move Against Deforestation and the Path to Compliance
SupplyShift
MAY 3, 2023
On April 19th, 2023, the European Parliament adopted the new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) , clearing the way for it to move forward. Next, the law will be formally endorsed by the Council of the European Union and will enter into force 20 days later. From that point, companies regulated under the new law will have 18 months to become compliant.
Roadie Launching Same-Day Delivery Tool for Oversized Products
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
Roadie announced it will be launching RoadieXL, a logistics tool that specializes in the same-day delivery of oversized items weighing up to 300 lbs.
Technology Round-Up — May 3, 2023
CPO Rising
MAY 3, 2023
CPO Rising’s Technology Round-Up Series returns today with fresh supply management technology news and updates covering a few recent major announcements. If you are a sourcing, procurement, or spend management solution provider and you are continually innovating the way that procurement and supply chain leaders and practitioners drive value, we’d love to hear from you.
Biden Administration Ramping Up Data Exchange Program for U.S. Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 3, 2023
The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program has seen its membership increase from 18 businesses in 2022 to 53 firms in 2023.
The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!
Advertiser: GEP
The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.
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