Lego says nearshoring production minimizes distribution costs
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The toy maker has been focused on manufacturing upgrades over the last year, with its first U.S. factory slated to begin operations in 2027.
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'Alarm Bells Became a Fire Alarm': The Push to Save Oregon's Only Container Terminal
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
While there's still a long road ahead for Terminal 6, the outlook for saving container service in Oregon is rosier now than it's been in years.
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Pitney Bowes Global Ecommerce laying off more than 1,200
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The job cuts impact workers at hubs across the country as the long-struggling unit shuts down.
Five Things You Need to Consider Before Pinning Your Supply Chain to the Ground
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Supply chain strategy drives the decision-making process for network design, as well as industrial real estate required to make the supply chain work.
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.
Solar supply chain lifecycle gets boost with $40M in DOE funds
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The money aims to boost sustainable management of solar modules at the end of their use, as concerns grow over how to deal with waste produced by the sector.
JBS Teams With U.S. Firm to Turn Cow, Chicken Waste Into Energy
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Capturing methane and processing it into fuel to power cars and factories are seen as key steps to keep global temperatures from rising more than 1.5C by 2050.
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Dept. of Energy Announces $40M in Funds to Boost Solar Energy Supply Chain
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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Around $16 million of those funds be divided across four solar technology research and development projects.
Our Procurement Tech Maps: SME, Mid-Market, Enterprise
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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Navigating the vast world of procurement technology can be overwhelming. Especially when you’re trying to identify the right tools for your specific needs. At Procurement Software , we’ve developed a suite of Tech Maps to help streamline this process and provide you with a clear, visual representation of the procurement tech landscape. In this blog, we’ll walk you through how these Tech Maps can support your research, what’s included, and how to make the most out of these resources.
Port of Long Beach Sees Highest Ever Cargo Volumes for Single Month
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The Port of Long Beach also saw a 33.9% year-over-year increase in TEUs for August, along with a 40.4% increase in imports.
NASCES: North American Supply Chain Executive Summit
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Thank you for joining us at NASCES in Phoenix Whether you joined us at the Plug and Play Innovation Dinner or stopped by our booth at the event venue, we wanted to share with you some additional assets to help continue the conversation. } September 16-18, 2024 Featured Download Maximize Impact: Achieving Competitive Outcomes with One Supplier Watch now Some attendees included: Edmund Zagorin Founder & CSO, Arkestro LinkedIn Caroline Cioe SVP of North American Sales, Arkestro LinkedIn Chase W
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
Why AI Technology Revolutionizes Inventory Management
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In the fast-paced ecommerce environment, effective inventory management is essential for business success. Traditional methods often fall short in meeting the demands of today’s dynamic industry. Artificial intelligence (AI) technology provides a solution by enhancing inventory management processes, improving accuracy, and boosting profitability.
Censorship In The Procurement World?
Procurement Insights
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
I don’t mind being called a dimwitted pinhead with the IQ of a rock because of my ideas, concepts, opinions, or research results for three reasons: I know I don’t have all the answers I know I don’t pretend to have all the answers I know when I am legitimately challenged, my ideas, concepts, opinions, and research results will be better for it.
5 Costly Inventory Management Errors You Can Avoid with Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In the fast-paced realm of ecommerce, effective inventory management is key to your business’s success. Poor inventory management can lead to lost sales, excess costs, and customer dissatisfaction. This article will highlight five common inventory management errors and show how you can prevent them with Finale Inventory. Understanding Inventory Management The Importance of Effective Inventory Management Effective inventory management is the backbone of any successful ecommerce operation.
Gartner Emerging Tech Impact Radar – More Shiny Paper From An Analyst Firm With Few Answers
Procurement Insights
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
When two senior marketing executives from different solution providers told me that even though they had paid a lot of money to Gartner, my content had drawn more readers and interest than the analyst firm’s, I thought great. Still, I didn’t give it too much thought until this morning. I write what I write based on five decades of experience and expertise in high-tech and procurement – in short, I write what I know and, through this process, make meaningful insights accessible
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.
Inventory Management Resource Center | Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In the ecommerce sector, effective inventory management is key for business success. With the expanding e-commerce market and the rising expectations of online shoppers, businesses must grasp inventory management practices to remain competitive. This article will cover the essentials of inventory management in ecommerce and illustrate how Finale Inventory can assist businesses in optimizing their operations.
NEW WEBINAR: Sprint to Sourcing Gold: Optimize Your Procurement Strategy
CPO Rising
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Join Ardent Partners and Market Dojo on September 26th (2 PM ET) for a discussion on Sprint to Sourcing Gold: Optimize Your Procurement Strategy. As they prepare to close out… The post NEW WEBINAR: Sprint to Sourcing Gold: Optimize Your Procurement Strategy appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.
Maximizing Efficiency: The Advantages of Barcode Scanning for Inventory Management with Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In the fast-paced realm of ecommerce, managing inventory efficiently is vital for businesses to stay competitive. One highly effective tool for optimizing this process is barcode scanning. Utilizing barcode scanning technology allows businesses to enhance accuracy, improve efficiency, and maximize their operations. This article will examine the benefits of barcode scanning for inventory management and demonstrate how Finale Inventory, a comprehensive solution, can aid businesses in this process.
AOP Introducing… Airbase
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Mid-sized companies are often challenged with managing multiple tools and workflows across different functions and platforms, making it difficult for. The post AOP Introducing… Airbase appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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.
Effective Inventory Management Strategies for Small Businesses | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
As a small business owner in ecommerce, having effective inventory management strategies is key to your success. Managing inventory efficiently helps you optimize your stock levels and ensures you don’t run out of popular items or waste money on excess inventory. This article discusses the importance of inventory management in ecommerce, the components of a successful inventory management system, strategies to address common challenges, ways to measure success, and future trends to watch.
Game Theory and Procurement: Strategic Decisions Through the Kraljic Matrix
The Good Spending
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In procurement, buyers are constantly faced with a variety of strategic decisions. Should you negotiate harder for lower prices, cooperate to build long-term partnerships, or optimize processes for efficiency? More importantly, how do you decide based on the risk and impact of the item being procured? While traditional procurement approaches often focus on linear strategies like negotiation or optimization, Game Theory offers a more dynamic framework for decision-making.
Can Intake & Process Orchestration replace Source-to-Pay suites?
The Procuretech Podcast
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads delves into the game-changing benefits of intake and process orchestration solutions for procurement teams. James highlights how these solutions improve supplier management, compliance, and overall efficiency while freeing procurement teams to focus on strategic decisions. Tune in for valuable insights to modernise and future-proof your procurement processes.
How To Find A Keynote Speaker For Your Event
Shapiro Negotiations Institute
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
6 Strategies To Find A Keynote Speaker You know that feeling when you leave an event thinking, “Wow, that was actually worth my time”? More often than not, it’s because of an amazing keynote speaker. A keynote speaker can make or break the event with words that energize the crowd and set the event’s entire tone. They’re the ones who make you sit up, pay attention, and change how you think about things by blending expert knowledge with charisma that transforms any ev
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.
How to Manage Inventory Costs and Optimize Cash Flow | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In the ecommerce business, managing inventory costs effectively is crucial for maintaining profitability and healthy cash flow. While many established sellers are beyond the initial stage of funding upfront inventory costs, optimizing how inventory costs are managed remains essential. This article discusses strategies for obtaining funding for inventory, managing cash flow profitably, and how an Inventory Management System (IMS) can assist in these areas.
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