Navigating the Complex Supply Chain of the Diamond Industry
All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The diamond industry has long been associated with luxury, beauty, and timeless elegance.
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A path to a more sustainable chip supply chain
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Establishing benchmark metrics and onshoring production are key ways companies can reduce their carbon footprint.
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Resilinc: Vendor Analysis Update — Supply (chain) risk management solution overview, competitors, tech selection tips, analyst summary
Spend Matters
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
In this Spend Matters Insider Vendor Analysis Update, we give an updated and more complete overview of Resilinc (originally briefly covered in 2022), a solution built to reduce risks in supply chains to make them more resilient. Supply chains have been the focus of much news in the last few years. Disruption after disruption created shortages that stopped factories and emptied shelves and warehouses.
5 strategies for weathering changes in the supply chain
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Whether it's due to natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, economic downturns, or unforeseen events, companies need to be prepared to withstand changes in the supply chain to maintain their operations and serve their customers.
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.
Survey: Cyber-Security, Supply Chains Move to Top-of-Mind for CFOs
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
profitability is taking a back seat to technology transformation, supply chain and operational challenges, according to a survey released September 18 by Jefferson Wells.
Amazon asks sellers to bring Black Friday inventory in early
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Fulfillment center employees will shift their focus from receiving to order processing in November, the company told sellers.
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iFoodDS and IBM forge new path to food safety with IBM Food Trust™
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Picture this: You’re at your local supermarket, eagerly exploring the fresh produce section. You carefully select a carton of ripe, juicy fresh-cut strawberries, envisioning them as the star ingredient in your weekend’s mouthwatering desserts. You’re all set to enjoy a delightful culinary adventure. But as you savor your first bite of a luscious strawberry shortcake, you receive a notification on your smartphone.
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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After Years of Development, 3D Printing Goes Live
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
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Thriving through disruption: How purchasing agility can increase revenue and boost resilience
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Watch: The Future of Final-Mile Technology
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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.
Who Last Touches a Customer’s Goods?
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
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Machine Learning in College: Leveraging Data for Student Success
SCMDOJO
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Thanks to advances in technology, the area of education is changing in the digital age we live in now. Machine learning is one innovation that could change the college experience in a big way. Machine learning is a part of artificial intelligence that uses algorithms to study and make sense of data. This lets computers make decisions and guesses based on accurate information.
IBM Connected Trade Platform helps power the digitization of trade and supply chain financing
IBM Supply Chain Blog
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Today, we are seeing significant digital disruption in the business of trade and supply chain financing that is largely influenced by global events and geopolitics, changing regulations, compliance and control requirements, advancements in technology and innovation, and access to capital. When examining these disruptors more closely, it’s clear there are a wide variety of factors that can impact global trade and supply chain financing.
Managing an Evolving Trade Landscape: Insights and Practical Tips to Stay Ahead of the Technology Curve
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Join the Thomson Reuters webinar, where our experts will delve into the top findings from their 2023 Corporate Global Trade Survey Report and provide practical advice on how trade compliance departments can navigate these turbulent times using the right technology.
A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
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The next wave of payments modernization: Minimizing complexity to elevate customer experience
IBM Supply Chain Blog
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The payments ecosystem is at an inflection point for transformation, especially as we see the rise of disruptive digital entrants who are introducing new payment methods, such as cryptocurrency and central bank digital currencies (CDBC). With more choices for customers, capturing share of wallet is becoming more competitive for traditional banks. This is just one of many examples that show how the payments space has evolved.
Strangling the Flow: The Impacts of Overbearing Regulations on California’s Logistics Sector
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Adopting a technology-driven approach to sustainability offers more advantages than tighter regulations that disproportionately benefit large-scale corporations and drive up prices.
Reclaiming Opportunities with Predictive Procurement Orchestration
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Resources / Infographics / Reclaiming Opportunities with Predictive Procurement Orchestration Reclaiming Opportunities with Predictive Procurement Orchestration 1. Expand Reach and Influence on Spend PPO can drive efficiency across procurement by identifying patterns that reduce the amount of time spent on tactical activities. 2. Drive Smarter Decisions PPO solutions can deliver information efficiently using machine learning and artificial intelligence, producing deep insights and better outcome
Big Emissions Bills Are Coming for Ships Sailing in Europe
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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.
The State of Procurement: Opportunities Lost
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Resources / Infographics / The State of Procurement: Opportunities Lost The State of Procurement: Opportunities Lost Many of today’s procurement departments struggle with precision and efficiency, leading them to fall short of their goals and potential. Because of this, many departments are experiencing diminishing returns and lost opportunities. Here are the four most common challenges.
ROI of Negotiation Training: The Compounding Returns of Skilled B2B Sales Negotiators
Negotiations Ninja
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Understanding Tiered Automotive Suppliers (And How PPO Can Help)
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
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The Use of Robotics in a Resilient Human Capital Strategy
Supply Chain Brain
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Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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First Grain Ships Arrive Using New Route to Ukraine
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
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When Back-Channel Negotiations Aid the Negotiation Process
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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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