CPO Rising
MAY 1, 2023
There is no doubt that uncertainty is permeating the four walls of today’s enterprises. Many unknowns have yet to be revealed, leading to more conservative and risk-averse business decision-making. Chief procurement officers, among others, continue to operate in a new normal where answers to business challenges are elusive.
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 1, 2023
The less-than-truckload unit has been cutting costs and streamlining its network as demand continues to decline.
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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
As the $830 billion trucking industry prepares for what could be the first full “normal” year since the pandemic caused tidal waves in supply/demand cycles, the “best of the best” are concentrating on strategy, operations and execution. Our trucking correspondent examines what’s ahead for trucking in 2023.
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 1, 2023
S&P Global's PMI index registered growth for the first time since October 2022, but economists remain uncertain about the future.
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.
Spend Matters
MAY 1, 2023
Categories: Procurement Systems & Architecture Tags: PRO While many organizations already use blockchain, the scope of that usage is still somewhat limited. Web3 advocates, tech professionals and general forward-thinkers have dozens of ideas concerning blockchain’s future growth and uses. In this article, we identify and explain some of the most compelling theoretical use cases for blockchain in procurement.
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 1, 2023
Vendors for the apparel company can get discounts on loans if they hit environmental and social targets.
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Supply Chain Dive
MAY 1, 2023
To keep up with changing industry and customer demands, manufacturers must take a new, technology-based strategic approach. This involves the right tools, strategy and planning to evolve with the times.
Arkestro
MAY 1, 2023
The post Retail Info Systems: The Real Reason Supply Chain Leaders Stay Worried About Empty Retail Shelves appeared first on Arkestro.
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 1, 2023
The Florida expansion boosts the logistics provider’s offerings between the U.S. and Latin America for customers.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MAY 1, 2023
The last few years—even the last few months—have seen artificial intelligence (AI) breakthroughs come at a dizzying pace. AI that can generate paragraphs of text as well as a human, create realistic imagery and video from text, or perform hundreds of different tasks has captured the public’s attention. People see AI’s high level of performance, creative potential and, in some cases, the ability for anyone to use them with little to no technical expertise.
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
Procurement Freelancers
MAY 1, 2023
To sustain a company’s operational performance and effectively control spending, a procurement plan is necessary.… The post Implementing Effective Procurement Strategies With A Purchasing Consultant first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
Make visibility and collaboration central to sustainability efforts.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MAY 1, 2023
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) enables customers to build, manage and deploy modern, scalable applications to achieve digital business success. However, due to its complexity, achieving operational excellence in the cloud is difficult. Fundamentally, as a Cloud Operator, you need to ensure great end-user experiences while staying within budget. In this blog post, we will review the various methods of GCP cloud cost management, what problems they address and how GCP users can best use them.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
De-carbonizing the end-to-end value chain is now an imperative—for the planet and for business. Customers, shareholders and employees demand it, and governments are rushing to mandate it. Procurement is a logical focal point where sustainability and value can intersect. It could soon become a profit center.
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.
Arkestro
MAY 1, 2023
The post SDC Executive: Why Logistics Problems Are Often Procurement Problems in Disguise appeared first on Arkestro.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MAY 1, 2023
I love the game of chess and was shocked when IBM’s Deep Blue chess-playing machine defeated the world chess champion in 1997. That ground-shaking event divided the world with excitement and trepidation about a future with thinking machines. In this first of two posts, I investigate the anatomy of artificial intelligence and its impact on insurance.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
In this webinar, we’re sitting down with supply chain pros from Körber Supply Chain, Alpine Supply Chain Solutions, and Raymour & Flanigan, a high-end American furniture chain. Learn why now is the time to upgrade your Warehouse Management System (WMS).
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 1, 2023
The head of the newly-formed railroad promises shippers "superior service" as other carriers team to vie for business south of the border.
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.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
The recent column discussed how global policymakers have been relatively ineffective in using diplomacy to come up with a coordinated plan toward a world free of fossil fuels.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 1, 2023
Mexico is increasingly attracting companies’ investment and attention as firms relocate factories to get closer to U.S. consumers and avoid the difficulties caused by lengthy supply chains.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, came at 47.1 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), marking a slight 0.8% gain over March’s 46.3, while contracting, at a slower rate, for the sixth consecutive month. The past six months of contraction, through April, were preceded by a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth. ISM also said that the overall economy contracted, at a slower rate, in April, for the sixth consecutive month, which was preceded by 30 consecutive months of growth.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 1, 2023
In this webinar, industry experts unpack the impacts of product waste on the planet, pharmaceutical companies, and patients, as well as a solution—real-time shipment visibility technology that allows logistics teams to solve in-transit issues before they result in damage and loss.
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.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
By holding both ends of the supply chain accountable, sustainability efforts are more likely to bear satisfactory results and significantly reduce the burden on Mother Nature.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 1, 2023
IRobot is seeking $2.1 million for damages against Expeditors caused by shipping delays and lost business.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
MAY 1, 2023
ProMat 2023 was held March 20-23 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. It featured more than 1,000 exhbits and included a comprehensive educational conference. Here are some of the highlights.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 1, 2023
The partnership will provide clients with access to Kinaxis' RapidResponse platform as well as HAVI's 40+ years of supply chain expertise.
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.
Negotiations Ninja
MAY 1, 2023
We often forget about the power of story in B2B sales. It’s because we disconnect the product or service from a person. We feel like we’re selling to a company. But no matter what company someone works for—their name is always on their card. But because we feel that disconnect, we avoid telling stories altogether.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 1, 2023
INPEX and Idemitsu will acquire carbon credits in order to neutralize 100% of the carbon dioxide generated by ANA’s jet fuel supply chain.
Fraxion
MAY 1, 2023
In today's economic climate, it's more important than ever for financial leaders to find ways to optimize spending and reduce costs. Spend management should always be top of mind, but it becomes even more crucial in times like these when businesses need to be lean and agile to stay competitive and survive.
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 1, 2023
All of the problems experienced in e-commerce sales during the pandemic are continuing, says Paul Ambruso, VP and general manager, mobile robotics, at Berkshire Grey. The challenges, however, are opportunities for technology vendors.
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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