Nordstrom pulls back on Pacific Northwest omnichannel center plans
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The retailer said its current network will suffice following supply chain improvements made over the last few years.
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Proposed Patent Rule Changes and their Impact on Innovation w/ Wen Xie
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
As someone who has never specialized in a patent-intensive space, I would have thought that patents were just about a. The post Proposed Patent Rule Changes and their Impact on Innovation w/ Wen Xie appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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ABF Freight to increase LTL pricing 5.9%
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The increase may vary across specific lanes and shipments, according to the company.
Transforming contract management: From digital foundations to AI-powered efficiency and precision
Spend Matters
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
This content does not express the views or opinions of Spend Matters. In today’s fast-paced business environment, the need for agility and accuracy in contract management is more critical than ever. Contracts serve as the foundation for business relationships, outlining the terms, conditions and expectations between parties. However, managing these documents throughout their lifecycle — from creation to execution, and eventually to renewal or termination — can be a daunting task, fraught w
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.
CMA CGM Air Cargo’s Transpacific service takes flight
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The route will be operated by Atlas Air, connecting Hong Kong to Chicago using a B777-200 freighter.
Gartner: Supply Chain Leaders Must Be 'Geopolitically Elastic'
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
In a survey of 258 supply chain leaders, 88% said that they expect to see a "moderate to very high" positive impact from scenario planning around geopolitical risks.
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With Rising Product Recalls, It Pays to Reevaluate Your Supply Chain
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SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Product recalls are becoming a daily occurrence, posing a serious challenge for manufacturers.
Automotive Procurement Masterclass: An Expert Perspective on Current Challenges and Future Solutions
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Resources / Blog / Automotive Procurement Masterclass: An Expert Perspective on Current Challenges and Future Solutions Automotive Procurement Masterclass: An Expert Perspective on Current Challenges and Future Solutions If automotive procurement teams could predict when bridges would collapse, inflation would increase, or geopolitical tensions would resolve, they might resolve supply chain and cost challenges overnight.
Unlock $20M Savings with Superior Efficiency: Robotic Sortation vs. Traditional Unit Sorters
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
his webinar will break through common misconceptions about unit sortation and reveal how next-generation robotic solutions can deliver unmatched OPEX and CAPEX value, productivity, and scalability—all without disrupting your current workflows.
The Start of Procurement Foundry
Procurement Insights
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
I have written many articles, papers, and books over the years under my name for other publications – even more for ghostwritten articles. Occasionally, I look back over the decades at some of the publications for which I have written. Collectively, they make quite an archive. In 2019, Kelly Barner contacted me about a fellow named Michael Cadieux, who was just starting a new community called Procurement Foundry.
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
Drought Shrivels Mississippi River, Threatens to Disrupt U.S. Food Exports
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Dry conditions across the Ohio River basin, which feeds the Mississippi, have worsened already-low water levels at the large river.
JAGGAER Pay and Bottomline Partner to Bolster Procure-to-Pay Offering
Jaggaer
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
JAGGAER Pay users can now connect to the Paymode business payments network RESEARCH TRIANGLE, NC, September 5, 2024 – JAGGAER, the global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, announced today its new partnership with Bottomline to integrate the Paymode payment network and its Premium ACH offering along with virtual card and other payment modalities, into JAGGAER’s B2B payment solution, JAGGAER Pay.
Podcast | Closing the Gap Between Supply Chain Strategy and Execution
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Every business transformation needs a solid strategy. And every strategy needs a laser focus on execution.
NEW WEBINAR: The State of ePayables 2024: Money Never Sleeps
CPO Rising
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
In a 24/7/365 global business environment, where challenges from economic uncertainty, supply chain disruption, and changing technology continue to grow, cash management has never been more important, and that has… The post NEW WEBINAR: The State of ePayables 2024: Money Never Sleeps appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.
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.
What to Consider When Determining an Optimal Sourcing Strategy
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
In making complex decisions regarding their manufacturing strategies, companies must conduct a comprehensive analysis of operations that spans multiple functions.
Behind the Mic: The Talent Drive Journey – Episode 99
Procurement Talk with David Byrne
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Summary In this special episode of the Talent Talks podcast, we have a new host, Warren Munson, founder of Evolve and The Evolve to Succeed Podcast interview our usual host Martin Smith, about his journey as an entrepreneur and running a recruitment group … Continued The post Behind the Mic: The Talent Drive Journey – Episode 99 appeared first on Talent Drive.
Corvus Energy Gets Stamp of Approval for Net Zero Fuel Cell System for Ships
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The company touts the system as a milestone for net-zero shipping, and plans to soon install it on a 35-meter fishing vessel.
What is Supplier Risk Management?
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Supplier risk management is the effort associated with identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks associated with an organization’s third party. The post What is Supplier Risk Management? appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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.
Colombia Truckers Block Roads in Protest Over Diesel Fuel Prices
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The government rolled back years-old subsidies and raised the price of diesel fuel by more than 1,900 Colombian pesos (45 cents) on August 31.
Who Really Cares About An SAP Senior Executive Departure?
Procurement Insights
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
We highlight on Supply Chain Matters yesterday’s sudden announcement of another SAP senior executive departure, that being Chief Technology Officer and Executive Board Member Juergen Mueller. [link] – Bob Ferrari LinkedIn post (September 5, 2024) The first thought that comes to my mind is this: Bob Ferrari : How does this benefit the end customer?
U.K.'s M&S Deploys AI to Help Shoppers Choose Outfits
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The automation of product descriptions using AI has risen to 80% from almost nothing in the past year.
Invoice Management: Process, Challenges, System, & Best Practices
TYA Suite
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Effective invoice management is more vital than ever in today's fast-paced corporate environment. Bill management entails a variety of tasks, including bill reception, payment, and recordkeeping. This practice is referred to as the management of invoices. As financial transactions become more complex and precise, financial reporting becomes more crucial, businesses must create robust systems to ensure smooth invoice processing.
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.
Biden Expected to Nix Sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese Manufacturer
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The proposed $15 billion deal was first announced in December 2024, leading to months of scrutiny from the White House.
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