The Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.
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Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Progress or Setback?
Art of Procurement
JUNE 13, 2024
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, or UFLPA, was passed to protect an ethnically Turkish, predominantly Muslim minority living in. The post Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act: Progress or Setback? appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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ILA ‘more likely’ to strike in October as tensions rise
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
The union representing East and Gulf Coast port workers made the threat Wednesday, while noting wage and automation concerns are behind contract disagreements.
Red Sea Attacks Drove 90% Decline in Container Shipping, U.S. Spies Say
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
The attacks have impacted at least 65 countries and forced at least 29 major energy and shipping companies to alter their routes.
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.
How big retailers are battling the last-mile delivery squeeze
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
Walmart, Target and Kroger executives pointed to price and technology improvements that they are using to offset cost pressures.
Watch: When Resources Are Constrained, How Can You Become Sustainable?
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
Organizations are inundated with demands for becoming sustainable. How do they achieve that goal when resources are constrained? Laura Rainier, senior director analyst with Gartner, explains.
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Why U.K. Supply Chains Are Nearshoring
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
It's not just Brexit that's driving the trend. U.K. companies are increasingly eager to boost risk management, control over products, sustainability credentials and staffing.
De minimis crackdown: What shippers should know
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
The U.S. government is ramping up enforcement on low-cost goods entering the country, suspending brokers like Seko Logistics from a key import program.
How To Shrink Plastic Use Through Better Supplier Relationships
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
Manufacturers are making strides to reduce their plastic footprint. But those seeking to shrink plastic usage can find it difficult to budget, forecast and make nimble decisions.
McDonald’s names next chief supply chain officer for North America
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
Cesar Piña, a 10-year veteran of the company, will succeed Bob Stewart and focus on supply chain resiliency and sustainability.
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
Port of New Orleans Gets Millions in Funds for New Downriver Terminal
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
The new terminal — which is still in the federal permitting process — is expected to open in 2028, and will accept as many as 280,000 containers each year.
FMCSA extends Baltimore bridge collapse emergency waivers
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 13, 2024
The second, and likely final, extension of electronic logging devices and hours of service rules ends June 22.
Port of Los Angeles Imports Fell 4.5% in May, Exports Rose 23.8%
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
Overall container volumes at the busiest U.S. container port are up 18% in the first five months of the year compared to the same period in 2023.
T-Mobile unlocks marketing efficiency with Adobe Workfront
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JUNE 13, 2024
With 109 million customers and counting, “uncarrier” T-Mobile is one of the top mobile communications providers in the U.S. The company always puts the customer first, which it achieves by delivering the right experiences and content to the right customers at the right time. But with different sub-brands and business units, T-Mobile’s marketing and content workflows were complex—and often inefficient and disconnected.
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.
FAA Head Says Agency Was Too Lax With Boeing in Lead-up to Door Plug Incident
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
FAA head Mike Whitaker told a U.S. Senate committee that the agency was "too focused on paperwork audits and not enough on inspections.
Microcontrollers vs. microprocessors: What’s the difference?
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JUNE 13, 2024
Microcontroller units (MCUs) and microprocessor units (MPUs) are two kinds of integrated circuits that, while similar in certain ways, are very different in many others. Replacing antiquated multi-component central processing units (CPUs) with separate logic units, these single-chip processors are both extremely valuable in the continued development of computing technology.
Podcast | The Challenges of a Modern-Day Energy Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 13, 2024
The global energy supply chain stands at a crossroads.
The Best Inventory Management Solutions for Ecom Sellers
Finale Inventory
JUNE 13, 2024
In the fast-paced world of ecommerce, inventory management plays a crucial role in the success of ecommerce sellers. Efficiently managing your inventory can save you time, money, and the headache of stockouts or overstocks. As an ecommerce seller, you need a reliable inventory management solution to help you stay organized, streamline your operations, and grow your business.
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.
The Power of Empathy: Building Deeper Connections with Persuasion Training
Negotiations Ninja
JUNE 13, 2024
Have you ever wondered how some people effortlessly influence others while some struggle to get their points across? The key often lies in a subtle yet powerful skill: empathy.
What’s up with eSignature apps in 2024
Procurement Insights
JUNE 13, 2024
Zycus has been a client of mine since 2009. I have worked with them on many projects, including writing eBooks, moderating webinars, and hosting live panels. One of the reasons I like Zycus is that they made a decision to buy back the company from Venture Capitalists to ensure that their focus remained on serving their clients versus cashing out. Over the years, I have seen that deliver customer value on a consistent (and growing) basis.
Procurement 6 – June 14th, 2024
Art of Procurement
JUNE 13, 2024
Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post Procurement 6 – June 14th, 2024 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Procurement Evolution: From Industry to Consultancy with James Ball – Episode 96
Procurement Talk with David Byrne
JUNE 13, 2024
Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Summary In this episode, Martin Smith interviews James Ball, Associate Director at Infosys Portland. James discusses the differences between working in industry and working in consultancy in the procurement field. James shares his insights based on his 25 years of experience in procurement, with … Continued The post Procurement Evolution: From Industry to Consultancy with James Ball – Episode 96 appeared first on Talent Driv
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.
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