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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 05/26/2023-06/01/2023

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The US and Taiwan announce new Trade deal The US and Taiwan signed a trade deal under the US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade, marking the first agreement under this…

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10 ChatGPT Negotiation Prompts — Everything You Should Know

Procurement Tactics

51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Success! First Name Email Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter 10 ChatGPT Negotiation Prompts — Everything You Should Know ChatGPT can help negotiation professionals in a lot of ways, but how? In this article, we will discuss the role of ChatGPT in negotiation. Additionally, we will tell you some of the ChatGPT prompts that can help negotiation professionals in their field.

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A labor flareup is affecting operations at several West Coast ports

Supply Chain Dive

The ports of Los Angeles, Oakland and potentially others are experiencing disruption due to the shortfall. This is a developing story.

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Aptean Acquires TOTALogistix

Supply Chain Brain

TOTALogistix will give Aptean access to its transportation management systems solutions, allowing the company to expand its supply chain offerings.

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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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Labor disruptions throughout West Coast ports sow uncertainty

Supply Chain Dive

Five ports in California and Washington experienced issues Friday as terminal jobs went unfilled. Stakeholders are warning ripple effects could be felt in the coming days.

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Slowdown in Retail Spending Reflected in Macy’s Revised Forecast

Supply Chain Brain

Demand for apparel and accessories is declining, and Macy’s cut back its full-year outlook on sales and profits June 1.

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A Guide To Understanding Procurement Analytics

Procurement Freelancers

Businesses are under continual pressure to find ways to enhance their processes. This is a… The post A Guide To Understanding Procurement Analytics first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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5 ways to drive sustainability in procurement

Supply Chain Dive

The majority of a company’s emissions stems from their suppliers. Here’s how to work with them toward a greener future.

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Made4net Acquired by Ingka Group

Supply Chain Brain

Made4net will continue to operate as an independent subsidiary of Ingka while CEO Duff Davidson will remain on the company's leadership team.

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Ikea stores owner Ingka acquires supply chain software firm

Supply Chain Dive

The largest owner of Ikea stores purchased Made4Net as the company seeks to modernize its omnichannel operations.

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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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Modernizing child support enforcement with IBM and AWS

IBM Supply Chain Blog

With 68% of child support enforcement (CSE) systems aging , most state agencies are currently modernizing them or preparing to modernize. More than 20% of families and children are supported by these systems, and with the current constituents of these systems becoming more consumer technology-centric, the use of antiquated technology systems is archaic and unsustainable.

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Walmart opts for paper mailers to cut down e-commerce packaging waste

Supply Chain Dive

The retail giant is also adding technology in about half of its fulfillment network to reduce the need for filler by 60%.

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Accelerating AI & Innovation: the future of banking depends on core modernization

IBM Supply Chain Blog

In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial services, embracing AI and digital innovation at scale has become imperative for banks to stay competitive. With the power of AI and machine learning, financial institutions can leverage predictive analytics, anomaly detection and shared learning models to enhance system stability, detect fraud and drive superior customer-centric experiences.

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Center for Post Carbon Logistics Appoints Sustainable Logistics Fellow for Sail Freight

Supply Chain Brain

Vogel's mission is expanding and strengthening the logistical backbone of a sustainable sail freight network of distribution, storage, transport, and fulfillment services.

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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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Unwrapping the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive: Embracing Sustainable Packaging in a Circular Economy

SupplyShift

World Environment Day this year, under the theme “ Beat Plastic Pollution ,” emphasizes the urgent need for businesses to critically examine their environmental footprint. With a particular focus on plastic pollution and packaging waste , this call to action is not just ethically driven, but also mandated by legislative acts like the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD), which will become an EU-wide binding rule known as the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPW

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White Label World Expo Showcasing in NYC this August

Supply Chain Brain

White Label World Expo is the leading event for professional online sellers to meet cutting edge white label goods suppliers.

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CPO Rising Listicle: Five Reasons to Attend the CPO Rising Executive Roundtable

CPO Rising

Fridays (in 2023) means that it’s time for another CPO Rising Listicle. Procurement professionals have many compelling reasons to attend the Ardent Partners and CPO Rising Executive Roundtable Event at the prestigious Harvard Club in Boston on June 13. Here are: Five Reasons to Attend the CPO Rising Executive Roundtable 1.

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Don’t Bite The Invisible Hand That Feeds You!

Procurement Insights

What is the biggest challenge food industry giants like Tyson Foods face regarding supply and demand? Kelly Barner ‘s article on the “invisible hand” is a great read, and it inspired me to write the following comment: First, you nicely simplified the situation’s complexity into bite-sized morsels of insight. I want to add another element to the discussion as it speaks to supply abundance.

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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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Sustainability Statistics 2023

Procurement Tactics

51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Success! First Name Email Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Sustainability Statistics 2023 — 20 Key Figures Technological advancements here and there. That’s the common trend nowadays as people are increasingly achieving their feat in various fields. However, does humankind ever look back to where it started?