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Jack Daniel’s maker says Canada pulling stock worse than tariffs

Supply Chain Dive

Brown-Forman's CEO worries the response to U.S. dutiesby retailerscould spread to Europe.

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Why Pharma Companies Must Prioritize Track-and-Trace Tech in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

Following are six reasons why pharmaceutical and life sciences companies must prioritize track-and-trace technology in their logistics operations in 2025.

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Fashion industry ‘nervous’ over potential Vietnam tariffs

Supply Chain Dive

Though the region isn’t as large of a sourcing hub as China, experts say duties on Vietnam would create headwinds for footwear and apparel companies.

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Shell Delivered Record Amount of Marine LNG to Ships in 2024

Supply Chain Brain

While it emits less carbon than oil-derived ship propellant, LNG is still a fossil fuel and has been criticized for releasing emissions of super-potent methane.

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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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Ivalua NOW EMEA 2025: ‘Innovate to Elevate’

Spend Matters

Ivalua NOW EMEA 2025 took place earlier this week, March 11-12, at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, bringing together procurement, supply chain and finance professionals under the theme Innovate to Elevate. The event served as a platform for industry leaders to explore how emerging technologies and new strategies are shaping procurement’s future amid ongoing market challenges.

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Podcast | Your Yard Robots Are ‘Imperfect’? That’s Good Enough

Supply Chain Brain

Robots are proving to be a boon to autonomous operations in the distribution yard but the quest for the perfect robot is a futile one.

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Orient Overseas Warns of Tougher 2025 After Closing Strong Year

Supply Chain Brain

Rising protectionism, uncertain consumer demand trends and softer freight rates may spell challenges for the container shipping sector.

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ERP/ProcureTech Harmonization Versus Legacy Integration

Procurement Insights

The distinction between ERP/ProcureTech harmonization and legacy integration lies in their objectives, scope, and approach to managing systems within an organization. Both concepts relate to aligning procurement technology (ProcureTech) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, but they differ in focus and execution. Outcomes and Trade-Offs Harmonization : Pros : Streamlined operations, reduced errors, better analytics (e.g., unified spend visibility), and improved user adoption due to con

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AI’s Role in Identifying Cyber Threats in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Artificial intelligence is widely recognized today as a crucial tool for maintaining manufacturing efficiency and profitability.

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Introduction to Sage Intacct: A Powerful Financial Reporting Solution

Planergy

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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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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Soft Skills Are More Important than Ever for Successful Project Implementations

Jaggaer

JAGGAER celebrates 30 years in business this year. We asked Michael Roesch , Senior Vice President Global Direct Advisory at JAGGAER, about the development in project implementation that he has witnessed over three decades. Q. How can a project get off to a good start? Michael Roesch: Management alignment on the customer side, having an executive sponsor (a driver) and clear objectives about where the project should go, a North Star, is extremely important to set up a project for success.

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Accounts Payable Outsourcing: What Is It and Pros and Cons

Planergy

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European wine, champagne

Supply Chain Dive

The president vowed to implement the new duties if the European Union doesn’t walk back its retaliatory actions against U.S. whiskey.

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U.S. Develops Military Plans for Panama Canal

Supply Chain Brain

The wrangle over the Canal started before Trump even took office, as a campaign promise, and has persisted since.

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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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Food Logistics: Impact of Trump Administration on Food and Beverage Industry

Arkestro

To prepare for even more major trade policy changes in the coming months, today, companies must invest in fundamental supply chain agility capabilities.

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Tesla Warns It Faces Retaliation, Costs From Trump Trade War

Supply Chain Brain

British Columbia, Canadas third most populous province, has pulled government subsidies for people installing Tesla chargers at their homes.

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