How Hurricane Beryl is impacting logistics operations in Houston
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 10, 2024
Although most cargo services have resumed, carriers are now working through the ensuing backlog.
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'Unprecedented': Can Amazon Beat Temu and Shein at Their Own Game?
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2024
As e-commerce giants Temu and Shein continue to gain traction in the U.S., Amazon is firing back with a low-priced store mirroring the model of their Chinese competitors.
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The dangers of dirty data in AI applications for supplier management
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 10, 2024
A look at the ethical considerations of artificial intelligence technology in procurement, and the importance of investing in it.
Q2 2024 Insider roundup: A deep dive into intake management and orchestration; following procurement tech market movements; updated coverage of 16 vendors
Spend Matters
JULY 10, 2024
Throughout the year our analyst team provides vendor-specific profiles and tech solution analyses as part of Spend Matters Insider content. Our coverage also explores the latest thought leadership topics about procurement and supply, the technology that serves it and comparative analyses based on demos and the scoring of 500+ RFI requirements across 12 source-to-pay (S2P) categories that create our Vendor Ranking data.
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.
Air freight industry anticipates surging peak rates
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 10, 2024
Shippers are expected to benefit from long-term capacity agreements or remain "at the mercy of the market," according to a Xeneta report.
Supply Chain Staffing: Tips for Retaining Top Talent in 2024
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2024
How can supply chain leaders implement a sense of predictability in an unpredictable market? By investing in talent and technology, such as artificial intelligence, that can support modern-day challenges.
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Samsung Electronics Workers in South Korea Go on Strike Indefinitely
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JULY 10, 2024
More than 6,000 unionized workers with the chip-maker's semiconductor division walked out on July 8.
How to make employees feel included, according to researchers
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 10, 2024
Women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities and deskless workers reported higher rates of burnout, Boston Consulting Group said in a recent report.
Cargo Ship Runs Aground as Huge Waves Pound South African Coast
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2024
The MV Ultra Galaxy beached at Brand se Baai northwest of Cape Town late July 10, the South African Maritime Safety Authority said on its website.
What is “clean data” – how do you define it?
Procurement Insights
JULY 10, 2024
Ask a simple question – what is clean data? Some of the answers: “That’s a hard question to answer.” “It means you can have 100% trust in its accuracy.” “Speaking with procurement teams from all industries and sizes, we know that data quality is still a real challenge–they’re struggling with disparate systems, manual data entry processes, and they aren’t able to deliver all of the value to the organization that they would hope to.
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
China Opens Investigation into EU 'Trade Barriers'
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2024
This marks the latest move from China in retaliation against new provisional EU tariffs of up to 38% against imported Chinese EVs.
98% of Suppliers Want Better Communication: Survey
HICX
JULY 10, 2024
HICX announces its Voice of the Supplier Survey 2024. The survey builds on its predecessor from 2021, which revealed that some of the world’s biggest businesses are making it hard for suppliers to do their best work. HICX announces its Voice of the Supplier Survey 2024. The survey builds on its predecessor from 2021, which revealed that some of the world’s biggest businesses are making it hard for suppliers to do their best work.
Watch: Supply Chain Risk Management: A Most Delicate Balancing Act
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 10, 2024
Heather Wheatley, vice president analyst with Gartner, explains how companies can balance considerations of resilience and cost to protect against disruption in their supply chains.
JAGGAER announces partnership expansion with BearingPoint
Jaggaer
JULY 10, 2024
SINGAPORE, July 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — JAGGAER, the global leader in Autonomous Commerce, has announced the expansion of their Amplify Partner Program in the APAC region with the addition of BearingPoint to their existing BearingPoint partnerships in EMEA and Americas. This addition will enable JAGGAER to continue their growth, providing an intelligent Source-to-Pay platform with the help of a leading global management and technology consultancy.
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.
The Ultimate Guide to Asset Tracking with Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
JULY 10, 2024
In ecommerce, asset tracking plays a vital role in managing inventory and ensuring smooth operations. As an ecommerce business owner, understanding the importance of asset tracking is important for maintaining efficiency and maximizing profitability. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the basics of asset tracking and introduce you to Finale Inventory, a powerful tool to streamline your asset management process.
Strategic Sourcing and Decarbonization Best Practices
Jaggaer
JULY 10, 2024
Proven Techniques from Source to Contract By Georg Roesch, VP Direct Procurement In our recent guest article, Prof. Christian Heinrich, Co-Founder and Managing Director, carbmee, described “the 80% challenge” faced by manufacturing companies. The vast majority – namely, 80% – of the carbon emissions from manufacturing companies fall under Scope 3 carbon emissions , indirect emissions caused by suppliers of various inputs to a company’s operations, such as steel, iron, electricity and fer
Setting Up an Inventory System: A Step-by-Step Guide with Finale Inventory | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
JULY 10, 2024
Inventory management is an essential aspect of running an ecommerce business. A well-organized and efficient inventory system can save you time and money, while also improving customer satisfaction. In this comprehensive step-by-step guide, we will explore the importance of an inventory system, explain how Finale Inventory can help streamline your operations, and provide practical tips for setting up and managing your inventory effectively.
War-Forged Leadership Lessons
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JULY 10, 2024
War-Forged Leadership Lessons Five war-forged leadership lessons from active-duty military for aspiring and current leaders from the battlefield to the boardroom. By Hugo Britt | July 11, 2024 Search Search If an Airborne Division officer was able to convince 40 people to follow him when he leaped out of an airplane into a night that would drop as low as -50 degrees with high winds, then that person has some serious credibility when it comes to leadership coaching.
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.
Finale Inventory Featured in Capterra’s Inventory Control Software Shortlist | Ecommerce
Finale Inventory
JULY 10, 2024
In the dynamic ecommerce landscape, inventory control software plays a significant role in managing product inventory and ensuring smooth operations. With a multitude of options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right software for your business’s needs. This is where Capterra’s Inventory Control Software Shortlist comes into play, providing a curated selection of top inventory control software solutions in the market.
How to Transition to a Role in Procuretech – Andrew Daley from EdburyDaley
The Procuretech Podcast
JULY 10, 2024
In this episode of the Procurement Software Podcast, we welcome back Andrew Daly, a partner at specialist recruitment firm Edbury Daley. Andrew previously joined us on Episode 11 back in May to discuss digital skills. Today, we delve into how procurement professionals can transition into careers in procurement technology. Many procurement pros feel burnt out.
Technology Round-Up — July 10, 2024
CPO Rising
JULY 10, 2024
CPO Rising’s Technology Round-Up series continues this week 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.
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