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Tesla’s Supply Chain in Detail: Innovation, Challenges, and Lessons

All Things Supply Chain

Tesla has become a household name in the automotive industry, standing out as a pioneer in the electric vehicle (EV) market and a leader in sustainability efforts.

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ILA to vote on contract Feb. 25

Supply Chain Dive

The International Longshoremen’s Association’s wage scale committee unanimously approved the proposed agreement ahead of the ratification vote.

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Metal packaging producers raise red flags over new tariffs

Let's Talk Supply Chain

With the implementation of new tariffs on metal packaging materials, producers in the industry are experiencing heightened concerns and challenges. This article delves into the repercussions of the recent trade policies on metal packaging manufacturers and the potential implications for the market.by analyzing the various factors at play, it aims too shed light on the red flags being raised by producers ‍in the metal packaging sector.

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Tariffs on Canada, Mexico would devastate U.S. auto industry: Ford CEO

Supply Chain Dive

Increased duties on imports from the two countries could give Asia-based automakers a competitive advantage, according to CEO Jim Farley.

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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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AI in Action — Procurement: A Conversation with Ivalua

CPO Rising

A New AI Series on CPO Rising The power of artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniable. Its impact and influence are revolutionizing the Procurement automation market. According to research from Ardent… The post AI in Action Procurement: A Conversation with Ivalua appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Tariffs on steel, aluminum likely mean higher costs for auto industry

Supply Chain Dive

A 25% import duty could increase the price of a typical vehicle by $1,500, an expert said.

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Metal packaging producers raise red flags over new tariffs

Supply Chain Dive

Domestic aluminum manufacturing capacity is not enough to meet growing demand, according to the Aluminum Association.

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Survey: Supply Chains are Being ‘Fundamentally’ Restructured

Supply Chain Brain

Companies are doubling down on supply chain resilience, automation, and supplier diversification to counter rising trade complexities.

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Competitors weigh in on impending FedEx spinoff

Supply Chain Dive

Old Dominion, Saia, XPO and ArcBest all fielded questions from analysts about how the move might affect their operations and the broader LTL market.

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Fueling Supply Chain Transformation: What Funding Patterns Tell Us About Supply Chain Innovation

Supply Chain Brain

Navigating the world of SaaS funding can be as complex as developing groundbreaking solutions. Join Keith Moore, CEO, AutoScheduler.AI and Vasant Kamath, General Partner, Noro-Moseley Partners in this insightful webinar, where industry leaders and investors come together to discuss the latest trends and best practices for supply chain investment across startups and corporations.

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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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ONE teams with LX Pantos for US intermodal services

Supply Chain Dive

Through their Boxlinks joint venture, both companies intend to leverage existing partnerships with Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern and BNSF.

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How to Elevate Your Container Drayage Operations to Maximize Profit and Growth

Supply Chain Brain

Are low staff and dispatcher-to-driver ratios and high costs impacting your top- and bottom-line? Are inefficient, error-prone and manual processes preventing you from scaling? Are you struggling to meet increasing levels of visibility, connectivity and data accuracy?

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Episode 202: Becoming a Procurement Polyglot with Bennett Glace

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Polyglot - noun. A person who knows and is able to use several languages. The spoken or written word can divide people as easily as it can unify them - even when they are speaking the same language. Terminology, shorthand, and acronyms may be convenient or efficient, but when they get in the way or fail to communicate the desired meaning, they arent doing us any favors.

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Coca-Cola May Have to Use More Plastic Because of Tariffs, CEO Says

Supply Chain Brain

The drinks company imports aluminum for its cans from Canada, which is likely to be hardest hit by a 25% tariff on aluminum.

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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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From DeepSeek to Deep Research and beyond

Spend Matters

DeepSeek, the Chinese AI company that released its open source DeepSeek V3 LLM (a competitor to OpenAI GPT-4o and others) at the end of 2024 recently released its similarly open sourced (well, mostly open sourced given that model weights are shared, but not the underlying training datasets/code) reasoning-based LLMs DeepSeek-R1-Zero and DeepSeek-R1.

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ILA to vote on contract Feb. 25

Let's Talk Supply Chain

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) is set to make a crucial decision on their labor contract on February 25th. This pivotal vote ‍will determine the future working conditions and terms for the ILA members, impacting a significant segment of the workforce.Understanding the implications of this contract vote requires a extensive analysis of the potential outcomes and their implications for both the ILA and the broader labor landscape.

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Q4 2024 Insider roundup: A deep dive into procurement tech market movements; updated coverage of 12 vendors

Spend Matters

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.

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ONE teams with LX Pantos for US intermodal services

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In a strategic move to ‍enhance its intermodal services in the United States, ONE has recently announced a collaboration with LX Pantos. This partnership aims to leverage the strengths of both companies to streamline operations‍ adn improve overall efficiency in ‍the transportation industry. With a focus on expanding their reach and delivering exceptional service to customers, the merger between ONE and LX Pantos‍ is poised to bring ‍about significant advanceme

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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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Watch: Navigating the Federal Funding Freeze for Transportation Projects

Supply Chain Brain

Michael K. Friedberg, partner with the law firm of Holland & Knight and a member of its Transportation & Infrastructure Industry Sector Group, addresses the uncertainties surrounding continued federal funding of infrastructure projects in the second Trump Administration.

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Tariffs on steel, aluminum likely mean higher costs for auto industry

Let's Talk Supply Chain

As global trade tensions continue to escalate, the‍ automotive industry is bracing itself for the impact of new tariffs on steel and aluminum. The imposition of these tariffs is expected to drive up production costs for automakers, with potential ripple effects across the entire supply chain. In this article, we will delve into the implications of these tariffs on the auto ‍industry and‍ examine how manufacturers are strategizing to navigate this challenging landscape.

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EU Trade Chief Talks to Trump Team to Find Tariff Solution

Supply Chain Brain

The bloc could move quickly by re-applying duties it first imposed on the U.S. during Trumps first term.

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Mondelēz, Hershey pressured by a prolonged spike in cocoa prices

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In recent months, global confectionery giants Mondelz and Hershey have found themselves facing‍ significant challenges due to a prolonged spike in cocoa prices. This unexpected advancement has put pressure on both companies as they navigate the complexities of the cocoa market and its implications for their bottom line. in this article, we will delve into the factors driving the increase in cocoa prices and analyze the impact on these industry leaders.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

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.

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Brazil Sees Quotas as ‘Good Solution’ to Trump’s Steel Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

Brazilian steelmakers said they expect the governments to reach an agreement similar to the one from Trumps first term.

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Walmart Canada to invest $4.5B in stores, supply chain over the next 5 years

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In a strategic move to enhance its operational efficiency and expand its market presence, Walmart canada has announced a significant investment of $4.5 billion in its stores and supply chain infrastructure over the next five years. This considerable commitment underscores the company’s dedication to further solidify its position in the competitive retail landscape. by analyzing the intended implications of this substantial investment, we can gain valuable insights into Walmart Canada’

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What is The Secret Society of Supply Chain? With Sarah Barnes-Humphrey :)

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In the YouTube video titled “What is The Secret Society of Supply Chain? With Sarah Barnes-Humphrey :)”, Sarah Humphrey, a prominent figure in the supply chain industry, shares her inspiring journey and insights. The conversation ‍delves into Sarah’s experience in the ‍logistics and supply chain field, touching upon her transition from working in a family-owned freight forwarding company to embarking on a new podcast venture. as the discussion unfolds, Sarah revea

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BJ’s Wholesale Club to open distribution center in Ohio

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In a strategic move to expand its distribution network and ‍enhance operational efficiency, BJs Wholesale Club has announced plans to open a new distribution center in‍ Ohio.This pioneering growth marks a notable milestone in the company’s growth strategy, aiming to bolster its presence in the Midwest region. By strategically establishing a foothold in Ohio, ‍BJs wholesale Club is poised to capitalize on the state’s logistical advantages and tap into a burgeoning

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.